Deepal Sri Lanka unveils S05 REEV; announces Changan’s NEVO Brand arrival

Prime EV Automobiles (Pvt) Ltd, a member of the Senok Group and the authorized distributor of Deepal vehicles in Sri Lanka, unveiled the all-new Deepal S05 REEV at its flagship 3S showroom in Colombo recently.

Port City Colombo Forum in Dubai positions Sri Lanka as South Asia’s gateway for UAE business expansion

The Embassy of Sri Lanka in the United Arab Emirates and the Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, in collaboration with Colombo Port City Economic Commission and CHEC Port City Colombo Pvt. Ltd., hosted ‘Globalisation and the Sri Lankan Opportunity - From Recovery to Relevance: Sri Lanka’s Moment in the Evolving Global and Regional Economy’, an invitation-only diplomatic and investment engagement at The Ritz-Carlton,

Sri Lanka to kick off global promotion drive from end-July

The Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau is gearing up to launch a comprehensive global promotion campaign starting from the end of July.

June arrivals begin on sluggish note despite Indian influx

Sri Lanka’s tourism sector has encountered a surprisingly sluggish start to June, with arrivals in the first ten days contracting by 14.8 percent year-on-year to 37,459 visitors.

JVP-affiliated union hits out at SriLankan Airlines chairman’s appointment

The Inter-Company Employees Union of SriLankan Airlines, a trade union affiliated with the ruling Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP), has publicly condemned the permanent appointment of Dimal Arandara as the Chairman of the national carrier.

Corporate debt issuances signal slowdown as Alliance Finance retreats

Sri Lanka’s corporate debt market is showing clear signs of a slowdown as rising interest rates and domestic market volatility prompt companies to rethink their capital-raising strategies.

Central Bank probes Kasagala Green Plantation over false regulatory claims

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka has launched a formal investigation into Kasagala Green Plantation (Private) Limited, following false assertions by a company director on national television that the agricultural venture is regulated by the country’s top financial authority.

Payable to accelerate SL’s digital payments landscape following Short Circuit’s acquisition

Sri Lanka’s leading digital payment acceptance platform Payable has announced its acquisition by regional tech powerhouse Short Circuit, marking a significant milestone in Payable’s journey to scale digital payments across the country.

Australia-SL strengthen maritime security partnership

The Australian Border Force and Sri Lanka Coast Guard have launched Disi Rela 2026, marking the third consecutive year of the joint maritime security initiative aimed at strengthening maritime surveillance, operational capability and public awareness across Sri Lanka’s coastal regions.

Adamjee Lukmanjee holds Legacy of Trust – Customer Forum 2026

Adamjee Lukmanjee Group of Companies, a trusted name in Sri Lanka’s agricultural and industrial supply sector, with a proud legacy of 160 years, successfully hosted Legacy of Trust - Customer Forum 2026 recently at Cinnamon Life, Colombo.

DMC-WFP launch National Anticipatory Action Roadmap

The Disaster Management Centre (DMC), with technical leadership from the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in Sri Lanka and generous funding from the government of the United States of America, launched Sri Lanka’s Anticipatory Action (AA) Roadmap for 2026-2030, bringing together government, UN and humanitarian partners.

Sri Lankan HR leaders participate in SHRM Tech26

A delegation of eight HR professionals from Sri Lanka participated in SHRM Tech26, held recently at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, gaining exposure to regional conversations on artificial intelligence, workforce capability, leadership and the future of work.

People’s Bank provides financial literacy to Weboda entrepreneurs

People’s Bank recently organised a special programme for entrepreneurs in Weboda Village, situated within the Mahara Divisional Secretariat area, under its Entrepreneurial Villages initiative.

Microfinance sector forms inclusive network

Lanka Microfinance Network (LMFN), Sri Lanka’s dedicated national platform for the microfinance sector, formally inaugurated its governance structure recently, at a landmark meeting attended by over 100 participants representing the microfinance sector, practitioners and stakeholders from across the island.

ComBank GIG+ to power Sri Lanka’s growing digital workforce

Recognising the rapid emergence of the gig economy in Sri Lanka, Commercial Bank of Ceylon has introduced ComBank GIG+ – a specialised banking solution designed for freelancers, digital entrepreneurs, social media influencers and individuals and businesses earning in foreign currency through overseas engagements to receive their foreign earnings, including PayPal-linked withdrawals, through a structured banking account.

HNB General Insurance appoints Dilshan Perera as COO

HNB General Insurance announced the appointment of Dilshan Perera as Chief Operating Officer (COO).

Belluna marks 20 years of Granbell Hotels & Resorts

Celebrates a milestone in international hospitality growth Belluna Co. Ltd, Japan, a company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, continues to expand its hospitality and real estate presence across South Asia through Belluna Lanka, which serves as the group’s regional anchor and plays a key role in driving its growth initiatives in the region.

Tanmaya Das new WSO2 CFO

WSO2 announced the appointment of Tanmaya Das as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), further strengthening its executive leadership team as the company continues to build on its momentum and position itself for its next phase of growth.

People’s Bank opens Jaffna Teaching Hospital and UDA ATMs

People’s Bank recently opened two new automated teller machines (ATMs) on the premises of Jaffna Teaching Hospital and Urban Development Authority (UDA) in Jaffna.

Peterson Solutions Sri Lanka opens Orion City corporate office

Peterson Solutions Sri Lanka officially opened its new corporate office at Orion City, Colombo, recently, marking an important milestone in the company’s growth journey and long-term commitment to supporting the businesses across Sri Lanka and the wider region.

CEAT Kelani crowned as Best Tyre Manufacturer at Automobile Industry Awards

CEAT Kelani Holdings has been adjudged the Best Tyre Manufacturer in the Component Manufacturer Category at the country’s inaugural Automobile Industry Awards presented by the Automobile Industry Council of Sri Lanka, in a significant endorsement of the company’s leadership in the country’s fast-evolving vehicle assembly sector.

Sri Lanka among countries to benefit from ADB’s US $ 4bn crisis package

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has announced a US $ 4 billion financing package to help the countries cope with the economic fallout from the ongoing West Asia conflict, with Sri Lanka among 15 governments that have formally requested support.

CMTA warns of another Rs.40bn revenue leak from used vehicle tax break

Sri Lanka risks losing another Rs.40 billion in tax revenue this year, unless the authorities urgently scrap a long-contested concession granted on the used vehicle imports, according to the Ceylon Motor Traders’ Association (CMTA), which argued the measure is creating an unjustifiable advantage for the importers while depriving the Treasury of the much-needed funds.

Sri Lanka and India discuss labour law reform and knowledge sharing at ILC

On June 10, 2026, Labour Minister and Finance and Planning Deputy Minister Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando held a bilateral meeting with India’s Labour and Employment State Minister Shobha Karandlaje, on the sidelines of the International Labour Conference (ILC).

Sri Lanka’s tech exports widen over traditional Ceylon Tea in early 2026

The knowledge-driven information and communication technology (ICT) and business process management (BPM) sector has decisively accelerated its lead over the traditional tea exports during the first four months of 2026, cementing a structural transformation in Sri Lanka’s export economy.

Baby Cheramy partners with German Lanka Friendship Hospital to uplift maternity care

Baby Cheramy announced that, as part of its purpose to support mothers with more holistic childcare, the brand has successfully implemented a special initiative in partnership with the German Sri Lanka Friendship Hospital in Galle.

JKCF strengthens leadership pipeline through Executive Development Programme

John Keells Consumer Foods Sector has reinforced its commitment to building future ready leadership with the graduation of 36 participants from the ‘Aspire’ Executive Development Programme 2025, a sector wide talent development initiative conducted in collaboration with the Postgraduate Institute of Management, University of Sri Jayewardenepura.

SLASSCOM partners BeyondOne to launch ‘National Virtual Internship Platform’

SLASSCOM together with BeyondOne, has launched an Internship Platform as a national initiative aimed at bridging the gap between academia and industry through a scalable virtual internship ecosystem.

AIA Higher Education Scholarship programme marks 31 years

AIA Insurance marked a significant milestone by celebrating 31 years of its Higher Education Scholarships Programme, one of the longestrunning corporate social responsibility initiatives in Sri Lanka.

Tokyo Cement marks World Environment Day planting mangrove saplings along coastline

The Tokyo Cement Mangrove Conservation Project has reached a significant milestone with the planting of 100,000 mangrove saplings along Sri Lanka’s coastline, marking a meaningful contribution on World Environment Day. This achievement reflects the long-standing collaboration between Tokyo Cement, the Sri Lanka Navy, local fishing communities, and likeminded conservation groups.