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Amidst rising raw material costs and labour shortages
"Several state-owned institutions run vehicles without insurance."
Government denies leaking information for two private firms to open 4,000 LCs. Claimed only 1,762 LCs opened on May 15
"No Letters of Credit were established for BYD vehicles a day immediately prior to the relevant Gazette"
Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and the Maldives Business Chamber sign MoU
Women Entrepreneurs Finance Code annual report highlights progress in access to finance and women-led enterprise growth
Sri Lanka–Japan Business Council leads delegation to Japan to drive trade and investment
“The month of August reflects the volatility in global markets, with pressure on exports to the EU and UK,” JAAF sai...
Sri Lanka is that paradise offering golden beaches, romantic hill retreats, where Indian couples can create memories
"This section of the road will provide access to several tourist attractions"
Allows tourism operators to pay Tourism Development Levy and other payments, through their banks’ online portals
Under the new method, farmers will be able to obtain fertilizer from any place they wish, the minister said
Includes implementing tourism measures in the Trincomalee, Dambulla and Sigiriya areas
There were only a few actives licenses existing; most licenses are sold to third parties
Sri Lanka has aimed at 3 million tourist arrivals, USD5 billion earnings this year
Reprinted by Pathfinder Foundation with support Indian High Commission, and Indian Council of Cultural Relations
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Land at Bambalapitiya Station Road
A regional spotlight on Jaffna highlighted untapped opportunities in Sri Lanka’s Northern Province.
MSLBC delegation, led by its Deputy President Magandran Muthiah, were hosted by the NCCSL
Priority was given to agriculture
The government has aimed at 3 million arrival and $5 billion revenue for 2025
Four-member delegation was in Sri Lanka for five days
Maharaja Foods signs MoU with SPAR Sri Lanka Pvt Ltd
Coconut production recorded a 25.7 percent increase in July 2025, compared to July 2024, reflecting a steady recovery.
Priority proposals for the forthcoming National Budget 2026
Construction of a two-storey accident and emergency (A&E) unit and procurement of all necessary medical equipment
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