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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


Sri Lanka promotes AI- investment opportunities and disrupt Asia-2025 in London

Sri Lanka, Aug. 5 -- A panel discussion to promote investment opportunities in Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Sri Lanka, jointly organised by the Sri Lanka-UK Chamber of Commerce - London (SLUKCC) an... Read More


Sri Lanka's nation branding should not bet on gambling: MTI Consulting

Sri Lanka, Aug. 5 -- The grand launch of the Melco-operated City of Dreams has sparked bold comparisons, with some advocating for Sri Lanka to become the "Macau of India." While MTI Consulting acknowl... Read More


CCC applauds Government for securing 20-pct tariff rate on US exports

Sri Lanka, Aug. 4 -- The Ceylon Chamber of Coconut Industries extends its sincere appreciation to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and the negotiating team for securing a reduced 20% reciprocal tari... Read More


Opinion: Sri Lanka - The Next Frontier for Global Investors

Sri Lanka, Aug. 4 -- 69% market surge creates compelling opportunity for international capital as recovery story gains momentum By Uddeepa Peiris After a spectacular 69.69% year-on-year rally that h... Read More