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Rs.160 Million Diesel Discrepancy at Lakvijaya Power Plant Triggers Internal Probe

Sep 30, 20263 weeks ago 4 min read

COLOMBO, September 30, 2026 — An internal investigation has been launched into a diesel discrepancy exceeding Rs.160 million at the Lakvijaya Power Plant in Norochcholai,…

CBSL Holds Policy Rate at 8.75% as Inflation and External Risks Persist

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COLOMBO, September 30, 2026 — The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has kept its Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) unchanged at 8.75%, opting to maintain…

US Forces Complete Iraq Withdrawal, Raising Concerns Over Iran’s Growing Influence

Sep 30, 20263 weeks ago 4 min read

BAGHDAD, September 30, 2026 — The United States is completing the withdrawal of its forces from their remaining bases in Iraq, ending more than two…

Sri Lanka Targets Saudi Capital for New Investment and Development Partnerships

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COLOMBO, September 29, 2026 — Sri Lanka is stepping up efforts to attract Saudi investment into new development projects, seeking to transform its longstanding relationship…

Sri Lanka Targets Malaysian Investment as Country Positions for Next Growth Phase

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KUALA LUMPUR, September 29, 2026 — Sri Lanka is seeking to deepen economic and investment ties with Malaysia by inviting Malaysian companies to participate in…

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ADB Approves US$100 Million to Expand Livelihood Support and Social Protection in Sri Lanka

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COLOMBO, October 22, 2026 — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved US$100 million in financing to strengthen Sri Lanka’s…

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Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2026 to Examine How Sri Lanka Can Build a More Resilient Economy for the Future

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Foreign Reserves Rise to USD 6,905 Million

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Sri Lanka Central Bank buys US$579mn in August amid rupee appreciation

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Sri Lanka’s Central Bank bought a net US$579 million in…

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