Crisis Archives - Lanka Business News

March 25, 2025

Islamabad: As the world observes World Tuberculosis Day under the theme “Yes! We Can End TB: Commit, Invest, Deliver,” Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) urges governments and international donors to prioritize sustained investments in diagnosing, treating, and preventing tuberculosis (TB)— with a critical focus on children, the most vulnerable population. Pakistan, ranked […]

January 20, 2025

Employees of Lumala City Cycle Industries Manufacturing Pvt Ltd are calling for urgent government intervention as their company faces an unprecedented crisis that threatens to shut down one of South Asia’s leading bicycle manufacturers. Located at Panadura, Lumala has played a pivotal role in Sri Lanka’s industrial sector for over five decades, yet escalating costs […]

September 13, 2023

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In the wake of the country’s deep economic crisis, the 44th National Conference organised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) will offer an exciting line-up of insightful technical sessions, making it an important platform for thought-provoking discussions, and inspirational insights to help professionals including business leaders […]

May 31, 2023

In the wake of Sri Lanka’s unprecedented socio-economic crisis in early 2022, the John Keells Group launched a multi-pronged Crisis Response Initiative through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) entity, John Keells Foundation. Implemented in partnership with Group businesses across the Island, this initiative has made significant strides in supporting and empowering communities, […]

March 7, 2023

The Sri Lanka Retailers’ Association (SLRA), the apex body of organised retail in Sri Lanka, recently concluded the annual Sri Lanka Retail Forum under the theme ‘Redefining Retail: Future Proofing the Forward Journey’. The Forum was opened by Mr. Murali Prakash, President of SLRA, who addressed the importance of navigating the challenges […]

January 9, 2023

With crises becoming a regular phenomenon in Sri Lanka and the ongoing economic crisis impacting entrepreneurs and businesses alike, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) took the lead to educate and inspire entrepreneurs and businesses on how to bounce back from the current crisis at its second […]

December 12, 2022

EY, SRI LANKA, – EY successfully concluded its inaugural Sri Lanka Banking Conference themed “Surfing Through the Crisis” on 14 November 2022. The event builds on a series of similarly themed sessions conducted by the firm over the past two years aiming to support the Banking sector navigate through these challenging times. […]

November 9, 2022

EY Sri Lanka, is scheduled to host a Sri Lanka Banking Conference titled ‘Surfing Through the Crisis’, on the 14th of November 2022, at Galle Face Hotel from 8.30 a.m. onwards. The event is designed to create value for Sri Lanka’s financial sector amidst the prevailing economic crisis. As the largest service […]

September 21, 2022

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COLOMBO – The first consignment from an Australian donation totaling AUD22 million (approximately USD15 million) has arrived in Sri Lanka and will soon be distributed to those most affected by the ongoing economic crisis. The consignment, consisting of 600 metric tonnes of rice, forms part of a larger consignment of rice, pulses […]

August 24, 2022

COLOMBO/KATHMANDU, 24th August 2022 – As the economic crisis in Sri Lanka deepens, UNICEF and Rotary International are partnering to deliver lifesaving medicines, clean drinking water, education materials, and other critical supplies to children and families in the country. The partnership will capitalize on Rotary International‘s global network along with the alumni […]

Pakistan’s Hidden Paediatric TB Crisis: MSF’s TACTiC Initiative Ushers in Hope on World TB Day

Lumala employees urge Government action to save Sri Lanka’s bicycle industry

44th National Conference of CA Sri Lanka to delve into forward-thinking strategies amidst post-crisis

John Keells Group’s Crisis Response Initiative records promising impact among multiple communities.

Sri Lanka Retail Forum 2023 highlights strategies for navigating economic crisis in retail sector

CA Sri Lanka inspires entrepreneurs and businesses to successfully navigate through crisis at regional conference

Sri Lanka Banking Conference “Surfing Through the Crisis” Can the banking sector survive this economy, or can it help the economy survive?

EY Sri Lanka to address key issues brought about by current conditions via Sri Lanka Banking Conference

Sri Lanka receives first consignment of rice from Australia for those affected by the crisis

UNICEF and Rotary International partner to deliver critical lifesaving supplies to families impacted by the crisis in Sri Lanka