Category: Business and Economy

Sri Lanka remained resilient through fiscal discipline, structural reforms, strengthened governance and strong international support, despite facing several challenges during recent times, including  global uncertainties and tensions, shifting trade conditions and the impact of severe weather, Prime Minister Dr Harini Amarasuriya told the Sri Lanka Maldives Business Forum held in Colombo on May 5. “We…

Sri Lanka’s tourism sector is embracing digital innovation with “Discover Ceylon,” an immersive virtual experience designed to attract a new generation of global travellers through gaming. Developed by Sea Pony Studios (Pvt) Ltd in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) and endorsed by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA), the initiative…

The Global Innovation & Leadership Summit, organised by Zee Media and the WION International Media Network, was held last week at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo, bringing together policymakers, business leaders and diplomats from Sri Lanka and India to strengthen bilateral ties and promote regional collaboration. The summit recognised the achievements of leading Indian entrepreneurs for…

Richard Pieris Finance Limited (RPFL) has expanded its consumer financing portfolio with the launch of a new device financing solution for Samsung smartphones through authorized mobile dealers of John Keells Office Automation, enabling customers to access premium mobile devices through affordable and flexible instalment plans. The initiative, introduced under the Samsung Exclusive Easy Pay programme,…

Seylan Bank recently recognised employees who achieved notable success at national-level mercantile sports competitions, reaffirming the Bank’s commitment to holistic employee development, teamwork and well-being beyond the workplace. The recognition, led by the Bank’s Director/Chief Executive Officer, Ramesh Jayasekara, celebrated employees and teams who delivered commendable performances at the 2025 Mercantile Tournaments, securing championship honours…

Maldivian businesses are increasingly seeking opportunities abroad and Sri Lanka remains  a natural and strategic destination for their expansion, Mohamed Muizzu, President of the Republic of Maldives said addressing the Maldives-Sri Lanka Business Forum held yesterday in Colombo.  “Equally, we hope to see greater openness for Maldivian enterprises in Sri Lanka.  Two-way investment flows are…

In recognition of its outstanding performance and continued leadership in the banking sector, the Commercial Bank of Ceylon has once again been adjudged the ‘Best Bank in Sri Lanka’ by the US-based Global Finance magazine, marking the 24th occasion the Bank has received this prestigious accolade.  The accolade comes as part of Global Finance’s ‘World’s…

HUTCH Sri Lanka is leveraging its international pedigree to bring the best of enterprise solutions to help Sri Lankan businesses leapfrog into a new era. As the country pushes forward with its digital ambitions, the company, backed by its parent, the global Fortune 500 giant – CK Hutchison Holdings, sees this as the right time…