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

Sep 30, 20261 month 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

Sep 29, 20261 month ago 5 min read

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

Sep 29, 20261 month ago 5 min read

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

Rumesh Pathirage Strikes Asian Games Gold with 88.55m Javelin Throw

Sep 29, 20261 month ago 3 min read

SRI LANKA, September 29, 2026 — Sri Lankan javelin star Rumesh Pathirage has secured the Asian Games gold medal with a commanding 88.55-metre throw, capping…

Cathay Pacific Extends Middle East Passenger Flight Suspensions to January 2027

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HONG KONG, September 28, 2026 — Cathay Pacific has extended the suspension of its passenger services to parts of the Middle East, cancelling flights to…

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Fitch Upgrades BOC, People’s Bank and Commercial Bank; Downgrades Cargills Bank

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COLOMBO, October 31, 2026 — Fitch Ratings has upgraded the National Long-Term Ratings of Bank of Ceylon, People’s Bank and…

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Ceylon Chamber Urges Review of Draft Laws to Protect Investor Confidence and GSP+ Access

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COLOMBO, October 29, 2026 — The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce…

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Japan Grants Rs. 4.56 Billion for Kelani River Pumping Project to Protect Businesses and Communities

October 29, 2026

COLOMBO, October 29, 2026 — Japan has agreed to provide…

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World Bank Forecasts 23% Rise in Commodity Prices as Energy and Food Costs Climb

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COLOMBO, October 29, 2026 — Global commodity prices are projected…

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Apparel Exports Rise 3.47% in September, but Nine-Month Earnings Remain 5.52% Lower

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CSE Recovery Enters Third Session as ASPI Jumps 297 Points Above 20,250

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Centrum Air Connects Tashkent and Mattala with Twice-Weekly Direct Flights

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