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Sri Lanka and Japan Advance Industrial Corridor Plan During Industry Minister’s Tokyo Visit

Oct 17, 20263 weeks ago 4 min read

TOKYO / COLOMBO, 17 October 2026 — Japan has reaffirmed its commitment to a roadmap for a Sri Lanka–Japan Export-Oriented Industrial Corridor following talks with…

IMF Signals Continued Support for Sri Lanka Beyond March 2027 Programme Expiry

Oct 17, 20263 weeks ago 5 min read

COLOMBO, October 17, 2026 — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has signalled its readiness to continue supporting Sri Lanka beyond the expiry of its current…

Prime Lands and Melwa Join Hands for Mixed-Use Development in Port City Colombo

Oct 17, 20263 weeks ago 2 min read

COLOMBO, October 17, 2026 — Sri Lankan developers Prime Lands and Melwa have signed a Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA) for a new mixed-use development…

Colombo Port Handles US$30 Billion in U.S.-Related Cargo Annually

Oct 17, 20263 weeks ago 4 min read

COLOMBO, October 17, 2026 — The Port of Colombo handles an estimated US$30 billion worth of U.S.-related cargo annually, highlighting its strategic importance to international…

Rs. 3.09 Billion Surgical Ward Complex Planned for Tangalle Hospital

Oct 17, 20263 weeks ago 2 min read

TANGALLE, October 17, 2026 — A nine-storey surgical ward complex estimated to cost Rs. 3.09 billion is planned for Tangalle Base Hospital as part of…

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Crypto Cannot Be Used for Domestic Payments, CBSL Governor Says

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COLOMBO, November 4, 2026 — Digital assets cannot be used for payments between residents under Sri Lanka’s current legal framework,…

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Fitch Upgrade Signals Improving Confidence in Sri Lanka’s Post-Crisis Economy

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COLOMBO, September 27, 2026 — Sri Lanka’s latest sovereign credit-rating…

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Adverse Weather Affects Nearly 3,500 People Across 15 Districts

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COLOMBO, September 27, 2026 — Adverse weather conditions have affected…

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Ending IMF Engagement After 2027 Could Put Sri Lanka’s Economic Recovery at Risk

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COLOMBO, September 27, 2026 — Sri Lanka could face renewed…

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Colombo Stocks Rise as Dialog, Overseas Realty and Hayleys Lead Gains; Turnover Tops Rs. 1.5 Billion

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Cabinet Approves Rs. 3.33 Billion to Restore Cyclone-Damaged Roads

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