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A city rising: How Port City Colombo secures Sri Lanka’s tomorrow
Daily FT
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Nevanka Jayatilleke By Nevanka Jayatilleke Port City Colombo: A tangible win for Sri Lanka’s future Sri Lanka is a land of endurance. Over the many trials that our country has faced over its history, the hallmark of our people is their resilience....
India-Sri Lanka Business Dialogue Reinforces Push for Stronger Investment Links
Lanka News Web
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July 4, 2025
Amid growing economic cooperation and regional integration, promoting Indian investments in Sri Lanka has taken on renewed significance, with over 400 Indian companies currently operating in the island across sectors including petroleum,...
Sri Lanka’s FDI Figures under Scrutiny amid Global Economic Pressures
Lanka News Web
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July 3, 2025
By: Staff Writer July 03, Colombo (LNW): As Sri Lanka navigates a fragile recovery from its recent economic crisis, government officials continue to present varied data on Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), raising concerns over the authenticity and...
Shaping Sri Lanka’s digital economy: 5G’s impact on our future
Daily FT
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In today’s rapidly evolving world, digitalisation is the cornerstone of economic growth and innovation. From enhancing connectivity and communication to unlocking new business models and opportunities, digital transformation is revolutionising...
Will Sri Lanka keep the good governance prize?
Daily FT
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Thus far, the NPP has governed well – but very much in an emergency or campaigning mode It is late September. The World Governance Forum has just announced the 2025 Good Governance Awards. There was no tension before the name of the winner was...
Sri Lanka’s struggle with single-use plastics: Why bans alone fall short
EconomyNext
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July 3, 2025
The escalating crisis of plastic pollution poses a significant threat to both the health of the planet and human well-being. Among the plastic pollutants, Single-use plastics (SUPs) have become a major driver of pollution on land and in oceans....
Sri Lanka to open mission in Cyprus
EconomyNext
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July 3, 2025
The escalating crisis of plastic pollution poses a significant threat to both the health of the planet and human well-being. Among the plastic pollutants, Single-use plastics (SUPs) have become a major driver of pollution on land and in oceans....
Jacques Benade urges UAE to prove they are best of the rest in Asian rugby
The National News
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Jacques Benade, the UAE coach, wants his side to prove their worth in the top flight of Asian rugby by beating Sri Lanka on Friday. Victory in Colombo would likely give the national team second place in the 2025 Asia Rugby Championship (ARC). It...
Sri Lanka and Thailand deepen bilateral ties in public health cooperation
Daily FT
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On 27 June, Health Deputy Minister Hansaka Wijemuni held a bilateral meeting with Thai Public Health Deputy Minister Dej-is Khaothong on the sidelines of the Third Ministerial Conference on Civil Registration and Vital Statistics in Asia and the...
Understanding how tourism enriches the heart
Daily FT
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Tony (right) with Rika, Sophie, the bride and groom - Sinhala guests turned family members By Surya Vishwa Why does a human travel? What is the ultimate purpose? This is a question that every entrepreneur in the tourism industry must ask...
Pooja Hegde Plans To Travel To This Destination For Christmas
India Herald
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pooja hegde, widely known for her love of travel and exploration, has never shied away from sharing glimpses of her globetrotting lifestyle on social media. From strolling through the streets of europe to unwinding on the beaches of Sri Lanka, and...
Hope for Sri Lankan Job Seekers as Korea E-8 Visa Program Gets Green Light
Lanka News Web
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July 3, 2025
By: Staff Writer July 03, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lankan job seekers hoping to work in South Korea have faced months of uncertainty and frustration due to delays in implementing the much-anticipated Korean E-8 seasonal employment visa program....
A sweet beginning The history of chocolate
Sunday Observer
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July 5, 2025
120 Chocolate comes from the cacao tree, which grows in warm, rainy places like Central and South America, Africa, and parts of Asia (even our very own Sri Lanka). A long time ago, over 3,000 years ago, the Maya and Aztec people were the first to...
Katchatheevu won’t be ceded: FM Herath
The Island
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July 6, 2025
AFP:The alms bowl is a symbol of monks, yet in Sri Lanka, artisans are struggling as cheap substitutes flood the market, igniting a debate over Buddhist tradition and quality. The village of Panvila has long been associated with craftsmen who...
Neeraj Chopra clinches victory at Bengaluru Classic with 86.18-m throw amid star-studded line-up
Business Today
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July 5, 2025
Neeraj Chopra emerged victorious at the Neeraj Chopra Classic in Bengaluru, securing the top position with a best throw of 86.18 metres, achieved in his third attempt. Kenya’s Julius Yego claimed second place, while Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Pathirage...
Beyond borders: Closer look at France-Sri Lanka economic cooperation
Daily FT
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France has consistently ranked among the top 10 tourism source markets for Sri Lanka in recent years France and Sri Lanka have been steadily building economic ties in recent years, with cooperation expanding across trade, investment and tourism....
Tourism Malaysia hosts Sri Lankan media FAM Trip
TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
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July 1, 2025
Tourism Malaysia and SriLankan Airlines hosted a media FAM trip to boost Sri Lankan arrivals ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026. In a strategic move to boost arrivals from Sri Lanka in conjunction with the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) global campaign,...
Bali To Vietnam: Top 5 Budget-Friendly Asian Holiday Spots For 2025
News18
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July 4, 2025
Last Updated:July 04, 2025, 13:57 IST From Sri Lanka to Vietnam, Asia offers budget travellers a haven of affordability, with cheap stays, mouth-watering street foods, and budget-friendly transport. These Asian destinations offer affordable stays,...
Bangladesh crumble to 77-run defeat in first Sri Lanka ODI
Daily Star
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July 2, 2025
Bangladesh suffered a stunning batting collapse under lights as Sri Lanka snatched a 77-run victory in the first one-day international in Colombo on Wednesday. Chasing a modest 245, the visitors looked to be cruising at 100 for one, before the...
Sacred Stillness in the Dolomities: An Ayurvedic Retreat
Wellbeing Magazine
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July 5, 2025
There is a profound kind of peace that resides in the mountains—one that anchors the soul, stills the mind, and reminds us of what it means to simply be. After a month of travel through Europe, my journey concluded at Engel Ayurpura, a boutique...