Poaching by Indian fishermen in Sri Lankan waters being reduced for the time being has benefitted the fisher community in the North, said a fisher folk trade union leader. “There …
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It is not a must that traffic fines should go through Post Offices – Lankapay CEO
by damith322 viewsResponding to the grievance expressed by the Postal Department that it had already suffered a significant revenue loss due to the introduction of the GovPay payment gateway for traffic fines, …
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Significant challenges remain for Sri Lanka despite positive growth – World Bank
by damith142 viewsSri Lanka’s economy has made a remarkable recovery in 2024, surpassing growth expectations by recording 5 percent growth, compared to the projected 4.4 percent, states a World Bank report. This …
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Redesigning policies crucial to navigate new challenges in global trade – Economists
by damith137 viewsResponding to the scaling down of global growth forecast for 2025 by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) former Central Bank Deputy Governor and well-know economist Dr. W.A. Wijewardena said even …
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The Initial Public Offering (IPO) of Capital Alliance Holdings Limited (CAL), a full-service capital markets solutions provider, is due to open on May 8. Launched on the theme ‘Building Wealth, …
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The US Treasury Secretary indicated a trade deal between the US and the UK could be on the cards, as policymakers gather in Washington. There is an opportunity for a …
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China has called on the US to cancel its sweeping tariffs on Chinese goods entering the country as a sign that the President Donald Trump is serious about resolving the …
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When global and domestic trade have been hit by many bottlenecks such as the US tariffs and regional disputes, small and medium sector merchants who have been the most vulnerable …
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The holidays are a wonderful time for all with parties, rest, travelling and a lot of fun moments with family and friends. From festive gatherings to indulgent treats, it’s easy …
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In the coastal town of Galle, the Fernando family faced an uncertain future. The economic crisis of 2022 had hit hard with inflation soaring and jobs were scarce. Yet, amid …