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Trump to Take Up to 60 Days to Review Russia Sanctions, Rubio Says

Oct 18, 20263 weeks ago 4 min read

WASHINGTON, October 18, 2026 — US President Donald Trump will take up to 60 days to assess the economic implications of Russia-related sanctions and tariffs…

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…

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Port City Colombo FinTech Dialogue Calls for Two-Year Growth Roadmap

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COLOMBO, November 6, 2026 — A high-level dialogue at Port City Colombo has highlighted the need for a two-year actionable…

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

November 4, 2026

COLOMBO, November 4, 2026 — The Colombo Stock Exchange’s benchmark…

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

November 4, 2026

COLOMBO, November 4, 2026 — The Cabinet of Ministers has…

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LAUGFS Seeks Temporary Hambantota Terminal Access as Three LPG Shipments Due in November

November 4, 2026

COLOMBO, November 4, 2026 — LAUGFS Gas PLC has requested…

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Hemas H1 Revenue Rises 9.5% to Rs. 66.6 Billion as Strong Q2 Restores EBITDA Growth

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LAUGFS Seeks Temporary Hambantota Terminal Access as Three LPG Shipments Due in November

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EPF Equity Portfolio Valued at Rs. 204.94 Billion, More Than Double Investment Cost

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Port City Colombo Holds First India Investor Forum to Strengthen Bilateral Economic Ties

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