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Sri Lanka spreads Cuba’s denunciation against US memorandum
Prensa Latina - Cuba
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July 1, 2025
The newspaper highlights the publication of Cuban foreig minister, Bruno Rodriguez, in the social network X, denouncing the new action of the US president to tighten the economic, commercial and financial blockade of Washington with harmful...
Sri Lanka thanks Indian business community for helping boost economy
Colombo Gazette
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July 1, 2025
Sri Lanka thanked the Indian business community based in Colombo for helping boost the local economy. A high-level delegation of Chief Executive Officers from the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) met with the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dr....
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 21.8-pct in June, regional visitors increase
EconomyNext
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July 1, 2025
ECONOMYNEXT – The relationship with India and Sri Lanka is strong and the business community and take links further, High Commissioner Santosh Jha said in Colombo speaking to a group of visiting Indian chief executives and local business leaders....
Sri Lankan born Nihal Arthanayake to make stand-up comedy debut in UK
Colombo Gazette
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July 1, 2025
Acclaimed Sri Lankan born broadcaster, presenter, journalist and author Nihal Arthanayake, is to make his stand-up comedy debut in London. Broadwayworld.com reported that Sri Lankan Culture Collective, London’s first boutique festival showcasing...
Bollywood king Shah Rukh Khan to open City of Dreams Sri Lanka
Colombo Gazette
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July 1, 2025
Bollywood king Shah Rukh Khan is to open City of Dreams Sri Lanka, South Asia’s first fully- integrated resort in Colombo on 2nd August 2025. City of Dreams is yet to officially announce Khan’s arrival but has launched a promotion for the public...
Ancient eco-friendly pilgrimage brings modern threats to Sri Lanka wildnerness
Mongabay
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July 1, 2025
The centuries-old Pada Yatra is a spiritual pilgrimage on foot that takes devotees through two major national parks in Sri Lanka, originally undertaken by Hindu devotees. Over time, it started to attract followers of other faiths, but many now...
Sri Lanka boosts tourism in India
TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
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June 30, 2025
Sri Lanka successfully concluded roadshows in India, attracting record visitors with visa-free entry. Sri Lanka — Sri Lanka’s tourism sector is experiencing a remarkable surge, with a record-breaking influx of Indian visitors. The island nation...
Tourist arrivals surpass 116,000 in June as Sri Lanka inches toward recovery
Lanka News Web
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July 1, 2025
July 01, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka witnessed a notable rise in international tourist arrivals during the month of June, with over 116,000 visitors entering the country within the first 26 days alone. The figures suggest a sustained rebound in the...
The Purpose-Driven Traveler: New Report Reveals Shift in Asia Pacific Luxury Travel Trends
Hospitality Net
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July 1, 2025
Wellness plays key role in destination choice, with 90% of travelers considering it a top booking priority 72% of travelers plan to increase luxury travel spending New destinations including Bangladesh, New Zealand, and Cambodia gaining ground on...
City of Dreams Sri Lanka to launch on 2 August: Landmark in South Asian tourism and luxury
Daily FT
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Lawrence Ho (left) and Krishan Balendra John Keells Holdings PLC (JKH) and Melco Resorts & Entertainment (Melco) have announced the grand opening of City of Dreams Sri Lanka on 2 August. This launch marks the completion of the final components of...
The Travel Corporation brands to offer 16 new itineraries in 2026
Travel Daily Media
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July 1, 2025
The Travel Corporation (TTC)’s Trafalgar and its sister brands Insight Vacations and Luxury Gold announced the launch of 16 new itineraries for travel in 2026 today, 1st July. The announcement marks the largest introduction of new trips by the...
US Envoy hails enduring partnership with Sri Lanka at 249th Independence Day address
Daily FT
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US Ambassador Julie Chung Ambassador Julie Chung highlights over seven decades of resilient ties with Sri Lanka at reception under ‘Great American Road Trip’ theme Recalls early American visitors to Sri Lanka; stresses people-to-people connections...
Sri Lanka the only Asian nation in talks with US on tariffs
Eurasia Magazine
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Speaking during the parliamentary debate on the government’s fiscal strategy statement, Deputy Minister of Economic Development Anil Jayantha Fernando expressed hope that the government would succeed in securing a more favourable deal from the...
Sri Lanka wraps up roadshows in Lucknow, Chandigarh and Jaipur as Indian arrivals cross 2 lakh in 2025
ETTravelWorld.com
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June 30, 2025
Sri Lanka Tourism has completed a series of trade roadshows and networking evenings across Lucknow, Chandigarh and Jaipur from 23–27 June 2025, aimed at promoting the island nation as a year-round destination and deepening ties with key Indian...
TMC Sri Lanka partners Cinnamon Grand Colombo and Mount Lavinia Hotel to enhance member benefits
Daily FT
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Representing TMC: Chandima Hulangamuwa, Roger Talayaratne, Fayaz Saleem, Kaushal Rajapaksa and Dr. Pradeep Edward, together with Cinnamon Grand Colombo management representatives The Management Club (TMC) Sri Lanka is a prestigious professional...
Adverse global shocks and Sri Lanka’s road to recovery
Daily FT
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Dr. W.A. Wijewardena delivering keynote Keynote at Economic and Taxation Symposium 2025 of ICASL – Part I Colombo forum on road to recovery In a recent forum in Colombo on Sri Lanka’s road to recovery with special reference to debt and governance...
Melco Resorts’ City of Dreams Sri Lanka Casino Almost Ready for Guests
Casino.org
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June 30, 2025
Posted on: June 30, 2025, 12:15h. Last updated on: June 30, 2025, 12:15h. City of Dreams Sri Lanka will open on Aug. 2 The casino is part of Sri Lanka’s first integrated resort Melco Resorts will run the casino for at least the next two decades...
Sri Lanka seeks ‘persons with integrity’ for Office for Reparations
EconomyNext
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June 30, 2025
ECONOMYEXT – A bill to set up a regulatory authority for gaming should be revised to make it more independent like the Securities and Exchange Commission as the current draft leave room for political interference, Advocata Institute, a...
Advocata flags flaws in Sri Lanka’s proposed gambling bill, urges overhaul
Gambling Insider
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Think tank highlights need for independent regulator and stronger oversight mechanisms. By Gambling Insider Key points: - Advocata warns proposed bill grants excessive control to Finance Minister - Draft law excludes online gambling and lottery...
Nepal vs Uzbekistan likely to decide who travels to Australia
The Kathmandu Post
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Nepal and hosts Uzbekistan recorded convincing victories over Laos and Sri Lanka, respectively, on the first match day of Group F of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup qualifiers at the Tashkent-based Milliy Stadium on Sunday. While Nepal scored nine goals...