Ceylon Chamber seminar to discuss Brexit, IMF, outlook for 2H 2016

The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) will conduct a seminar titled ‘Sharp Insights on the Economic Outlook - BREXIT + IMF + 2H 2016’, amidst a backdrop of an uncertain global economy, mixed views on the impact of Brexit and questions around how the International Monetary Fund (IMF) package would influence Sri Lanka’s macro trajectory.

Like it or not, UNCLOS arbitration is legally binding for China

International media have come to focus on Tuesday’s anticipated decision in the Philippines’ arbitration against China. 

SMEs to cash in on 2016 FACETS gem show

The 26th edition of FACETS Sri Lanka, the prestigious annual International Gem and Jewellery Show is putting the spotlight on Small and Medium gem and jewellery enterprises this year with the novel introduction of a Gem and Jewellery Mart when the exhibition opens from the 1st to 4th September at the BMICH.

People’s Bank celebrates 55th anniversary

People’s Bank powers its way ahead of competition in the country’s banking industry as it celebrated its 55th anniversary on July 1 as the premier bank in Sri Lanka which has not only revolutionized the country’s economic and banking sectors but has also won the hearts and minds of the nation’s citizens. 

Sri Lanka Retailers’ Association develops industry strategy forward

Sri Lanka Retailers’ Association (SLRA) was recently incorporated as a company limited by guarantee and the special name was approved by the Hon. Minister of Industry and Commerce, Rishad Bathuideen under the provisions of the Companies Act No. 7 of 2007.

President to inaugurate Sri Lanka Economic Summit

President Maithripala Sirisena will inaugurate the Sri Lanka Economic Summit 2016 as the chief guest and is set to address the audience thus setting the tone for a vital two-day summit, which will discuss the country’s economy in length and depth.

Sri Lanka sees upward trend in instant and ready-to-drink tea exports

Tea Sector 2015, an analytical source of comprehensive information regarding the tea sector in Sri Lanka and its competitive markets can be now obtained from the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC).

National Conference on Green Practices 2016 kicks off today

National Conference on Green Practices 2016, the first-ever to be organised by a Staff Development Centre of a state university, has received tremendous response from academics and other stakeholders. The conference is the first-of-its-kind to be organised and is expected to bring together researchers and policymakers in the field to share their experience and expertise.

People’s Leasing bags Silver at National HR Conference 2016

People’s Leasing & Finance PLC (PLC), the leading non-bank finance institution in Sri Lanka, won a Silver award at South Asia’s largest human resource (HR) event, National HR Conference 2016, recently held at the BMICH. The event was organised by the Institute of Personal Management (IPM). PLC was conferred with the Silver award in recognition of its best HR practices focusing employees who are the major force that adds value to s

Apexaura distributors tour Vietnam

Apexaura INT (Pvt.) Ltd, a leading organic food supplement company in Sri Lanka, offered its 23 direct selling agents a trip to Vietnam in recognition of their services. 

Can Sl do more to help agri exporters meet sanitary and phytosanitary standards?

Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) issues are a major consideration for companies engaged in international trade of agricultural produce. 

Public Bank joins LankaPay CAS Common ATM switch

Public Bank Sri Lanka recently joined LankaPay Common ATM Network,the largest common ATM Network in the country taking customer convenience to greater heights. 

Rotary Club of Colombo West inducts 56th President

The Rotary Club of Colombo West recently held its 56th Installation event at a grand ceremony held at the Colombo Hilton Ballroom dinner dance. The Chapter is the largest in Rotary District 3220, pioneering many important projects for the community in general ranging from provision of hydro electricity, shelter, eye clinics, demining, donation of wheelchairs, computer training and solar lighting. 

Sri Lanka Foresight Initiative – Sri Lanka is 60th Node of The Millennium Project

The magnitude of the challenges that Sri Lanka is already facing with the recent natural disaster and economic situation is a crucial indicator of the need to provide the population with meaningful knowledge skill-sets that would create an environment for policymakers, legislatures and political groups to realign the decision-making process. 

Asian Alliance Insurance recognized one ‘Greatest Places to Work’

Asian Alliance Insurance has been recognized as one of Sri Lanka’s best work places by Great Place to Work Institute,  Sri Lanka. 

The ICT Agency of Sri Lanka in partnership with the US Embassy are bringing Silicon Valley investors

The ICT Agency of Sri Lanka in partnership with the US Embassy are bringing Silicon Valley investors along with AngelLabs

Omnicom’s ‘Toy Boy’ transforms the local Omnicom office with his uniquely-branded ‘Playshop’

Jian Yang, Omnicom’s Hasbro business lead based in Singapore,drops in to pass on the Allspark of Inspiration to his colleagues in Sri Lanka

VAT, NBT suspension only till Parliament approval: Ravi

??By Lahiru Pothmulla While respecting Monday’s Supreme Court order given preventing the implementation 

Sri Lanka should not make a kneejerk reaction to Brexit- expert

“The crisis of Brexit is a larger product of how the world is changing so that the response Sri Lanka should make is not a knee-jerk reaction. Instead we should watch the figures and numbers,” Dr. 

Tourism authorities to regulate beach boys

Sri Lanka Tourism authorities will be moving towards the regulation of beach boys, who are a common 

Top Citi official in town

J u l i e M o n a c o , Global Head of Citi’s Public Sector Group in the Corporate and Investment 

BOV Capital announces Rs.2 bn venture capital fund

Blue Ocean Venture (BOV) Capital yesterday announced Rs.2 billion fund focused on Sri Lankan 

Shares hit near 3-week closing high on eurobond issue

REUTERS: Sri Lankan shares closed at their highest in nearly three weeks yesterday, the fifth straight session of gains, as confidence in a new sovereign bond issued by the island nation helped 

Industry players contemplate Passikudah as prime contender for casinos and gaming

??By Chandeepa Wettasinghe in Passikudah Passikudah, located in Sri Lanka’s east coast, could 

Sri Lanka targets 2.2 million tourists

A French couple takes a selfie capturing picturesque Devon Falls, a midsized waterfall named after a pioneering

Investors look beyond Sri Lanka’s payments crisis

IFR News: The Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka nailed a perfect window to issue a US $1.5 billion dual-tranche bond offering, securing a vote of confidence from international investors as it starts 

Embracing mobile trading to trade on CSE

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) will be conducting a range of training programmes around the country to educate investors on the use of mobile trading applications. The series of educational 

Domino’s Sri Lanka wins first ever Rolex Challenge

Domino’s Sri Lanka has demonstrated exceptional quality to always do better in ‘laying out’ an outstanding product and service by winning the International 2016 Rolex Challenge. 

Lankan ports fully complied with IMO’s mandatory VGM rule: SLPA

The Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) yesterday said the Sri Lankan ports have fully complied with 

All new BMW 7 series unveils sheer driving luxury

From the revolutionary iDrive operating system, to the electronic speedometer, Park Distance Control