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'Invest Sri Lanka' forum to be held in Singapore to boost foreign investment

Sri Lanka, Aug. 11 -- The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), in collaboration with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) and the stock broking industry, are conducting an 'Invest Sri La... Read More


TikTok releases Q1 2025 community guidelines enforcement report

Sri Lanka, Aug. 11 -- TikTok has released its Q1 2025 Community Guidelines Enforcement Report, showcasing its ongoing commitment to creating a safe digital space for its users. The report, which cover... Read More


National Program for Developing 1000 Entrepreneurs

Sri Lanka, Aug. 11 -- The "National Program for Developing 1000 Entrepreneurs" is an innovative initiative aimed at empowering the SME sector in Sri Lanka by enhancing the knowledge, skills, productiv... Read More


Sri Lanka expresses deep concern over the decision of Israel

Sri Lanka, Aug. 9 -- Sri Lanka expresses deep concern over the decision by Israel to seize control of Gaza, which will lead to further escalation of violence and suffering of the people of Gaza. Sri ... Read More


VIDEO: Apple CEO Tim Cook wants to work with suppliers to move more chip production to US

Sri Lanka, Aug. 7 -- Pres. Trump and Apple CEO Tim Cook speak in the Oval Office on Apple's latest manufacturing announcement. Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Lanka Busi... Read More


Beneficial Ownership Law Enacted with TISL's Amendments for Enhanced Transparency & Accountability

Sri Lanka, Aug. 7 -- The Speaker, Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne, endorsed the certificate on the Companies (Amendment) Bill on 04 August and accordingly, the Companies (Amendment) Act No. 12 of 2025 is now... Read More


President Vows to Keep Vehicle Imports Open for Sri Lankan Market

Sri Lanka, Aug. 7 -- President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has announced that there will be no further tax increases or restrictions on vehicle imports. In a stern message, he also criticized those sprea... Read More


Opinion: A USD 2.5 Bn Dice Roll Attracting Subcontinent's Ultra-Rich to Vegas of South Asia

Sri Lanka, Aug. 7 -- By Jithendra Antonio In a transformative declaration that reverberates through South Asia's economic corridors, gaming tycoon Lawrence Ho's recent bold proclamation at the August... Read More


Is an increase in the tobacco tax incidence a practical policy option in Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka, Aug. 7 -- By Sri Lal Somaweera The recent COPF discussions sparked debate on a push to raise Sri Lanka's tax on cigarettes to be 75% of the price of the cigarette. This has resurfaced po... Read More


EDB Addresses US Tariff Challenge with Industry Leaders

Sri Lanka, Aug. 6 -- Government officials and export sector representatives unite to address 20% US tariff impact on Sri Lankan goods The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) held a successful di... Read More