President Meets with Senior Officials of Sri Lankan Airlines

A meeting between President Anura Kumara Disanayake and senior officials of SriLankan Airlines was held yesterday afternoon (April 8) at the Presidential Secretariat. The discussions mainly focused on proposals to transform SriLankan Airlines into a more profitable state-owned enterprise. Special attention was also given to possible short-term and long-term solutions for the airline’s debt management. The talks further explored new …

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Central Bank Presents Annual Economic Review 2024 to President

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka today (07) presented its flagship publication, the Annual Economic Review for 2024 (AER 2024), to President and Minister of Finance, Anura Kumara Disanayake, highlighting the steady progress of Sri Lanka’s economic recovery following the country’s most severe downturn in recent history. The report was officially handed over by Dr. P. Nandalal Weerasinghe, Governor of …

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Trump’s new tariffs: Will they pose a threat to global growth? Here’s what IMF chief says

The world economy was jolted on Thursday as United States President Donald Trump’s sweeping new tariffs on foreign imports sent shockwaves through governments, investors, and industries worldwide. The sudden move prompted threats of retaliation from several countries and urgent calls for negotiations while markets struggled to absorb the impact of the aggressive policy shift. US financial markets endured their worst …

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Gold climbs to record high as tariff worries bolster safe-haven demand

old prices extended their record run on Tuesday, hitting a record high buoyed by safe-haven demand as investors braced for U.S. President Donald Trump’s planned announcement on reciprocal tariffs. Spot gold was up 0.3% at $3,133.01 per ounce at 1147 GMT, after hitting an all-time high of $3,148.88 earlier in the day. U.S. gold futures were 0.4% higher at $3,161.60. …

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The controversy over grasslands in eastern Sri Lanka

The land allocation for both the grassland and the paddy fields remains a contentious issue This article by Ishanka Singha Arachchi originally appeared on Groundviews, an award-winning citizen journalism website in Sri Lanka. An edited version is published below as part of a content-sharing agreement with Global Voices. Sri Lanka’s ruling left-wing political alliance National People’s Power (NPP) party outlined its vision for …

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Be a Contributor to the Country’s Success, Not a Hindrance Recorded in History

President Expresses Confidence on the Country’s Prosperous Future We Will Not Miss This Opportunity Under Any Circumstance: Steps to be taken to Mark a Crucial Turning Point in the Nation’s Economy President Anura Kumara Disanayake stated that the National People’s Power (NPP) government has stabilized the economy over the past four months that has instilled confidence in the country’s ability …

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No economy can sustain construction sector entirely dependent on govt investments’: CBSL Governor

The Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe emphasized the importance of promoting a sustainable and cost-effective construction industry in the country, highlighting key challenges and opportunities in the sector.  Speaking at ‘Construction Expo 2025’ on Friday (14), Dr. Weerasinghe underscored the need for Sri Lanka to align with global trends in sustainable construction, integrating …

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Meeting Between the President and Officials of the Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development

A meeting between President Anura Kumara Disanayake and officials of the Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development was held today (14) at the Presidential Secretariat. Discussions focused on enhancing the efficiency, integration and development of the manufacturing sector to strengthen the national economy, as well as addressing the challenges associated with these efforts.Key topics included government-led initial investments and proper …

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Necessary Support will be given to secure a Share for Sri Lankan Entrepreneurs in the Global Market

President says addressing the 26th Anniversary of the Chamber of Young Lankan Entrepreneurs (COYLE) A business environment has been created where investors can operate without having to pay any commissions Every rupee spent by the government is treated as a sacred duty and utilized responsibly By the end of the current administration, there will be no room for a destructive …

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