economic growth Archives

August 8, 2024

In the backdrop of Sri Lanka making its way back from its most devastating economic crisis, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka held its 3rd Annual Economic and Tax Symposium recently, under the theme ‘Shaping Fiscal Foundations: Tax Policy as a Catalyst for Sustainable Economic Growth’. Attended by a cross section of representatives […]

May 17, 2024

The recent event organized by the Ceylon Motor Traders Association (CMTA), themed “Mobility and Economic Growth,” brought together key stakeholders and thought leaders to delve into crucial discussions shaping Sri Lanka’s economic landscape. The event, highlighted by a keynote speech from Mr. Katsuki Kotaro, Minister and Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of Japan, […]

January 22, 2024

The Jaffna International Trade Fair 2024, a transformative annual event that has played a pivotal role in fostering economic growth and community development in Sri Lanka’s Northern Province, is back with its 14th edition. Organized by Lanka Exhibition and Conference Services (Pvt) Ltd. (LECS) together with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of […]

October 25, 2023

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The Jaffna International Trade Fair 2024, a transformative annual event that has played a pivotal role in fostering economic growth and community development in Sri Lanka’s Northern Province, is back with its 14th edition. Organized by Lanka Exhibition and Conference Services (Pvt) Ltd (LECS) together with the Chamber of Commerce & Industry […]

August 16, 2023

As Sri Lanka focuses on economic recovery, transforming the digital payment landscape for businesses will be a strategic area to consolidate growth, says Avanthi Colombage, Country Manager for Visa in Sri Lanka and Maldives. Visa, a global leader in digital payments, believes that unlocking the potential that digitizing payments can offer to […]

August 11, 2023

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By Lahiru Jayamanne , Trav-Tech Entrepreneur, MBA (AI), UK 6 things Sri Lankan Tourism stakeholders can adapt to face the AI age. The tourism industry in Sri Lanka has always been a key driver of economic growth, contributing significantly to employment and foreign exchange earnings. The importance of tourism into Sri Lanka […]

July 10, 2023

In a groundbreaking move to ignite positive change and enhance Sri Lanka’s economic standing, the Chamber of Young Lankan Entrepreneurs (COYLE) has presented a comprehensive proposal aimed at laying the groundwork for stable policies and attracting quality investments. COYLE’s visionary plan, backed by extensive research and comparative analysis, focuses on key areas […]

June 22, 2023

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Unilever Sri Lanka, in its commitment to fostering economic growth and empowering young individuals, has joined hands with the National Youth Services Council to launch an island-wide career development program. This initiative aims to create job opportunities and cultivate future-fit careers in Sales & Marketing for the youth, ultimately contributing to the […]

May 4, 2023

Service providers must be given golden opportunities to monetise infrastructure investment to further propel the country’s economic growth. Introduction of Independent and empowered mobile tower companies (TowerCos) could unlock nearly USD 1 Billion in foreign direct investment over the next five years and provide connectivity to five million under-connected Sri Lankans, opines […]

April 8, 2022

The 2.25-billion-ton iron ore mine has the potential to improve GDP, create thousands of jobs and position the country as a top exporter, if legal disputes and infrastructure delays are addressed CAPE TOWN, South Africa, April 6, 2022/APO Group/ — By Charné Hundermark, the Deputy Editor at Energy Capital & Power (www.EnergyCapitalPower.com) […]

CA Sri Lanka’s 3rd Annual Economic and Tax Symposium Explores Ways to Use Tax Policy as a Catalyst for Sustainable Economic Growth

CMTA hosts forum to explore Sri Lanka’s Economic Growth & Mobility.

Jaffna Int’l Trade Fair 2024: Opens Today

Jaffna Int’l Trade Fair 2024: Paving the way for prosperity in Sri Lanka’s North

Enabling SME sector in Sri Lanka to digitize payments can accelerate economic growth – Visa

Embracing Digital Tools and AI to Pave the Path for Tourism Development in Sri Lanka

Chamber of Young Lankan Entrepreneurs (COYLE) Proposes Concrete Measures to Propel Sri Lanka’s Economic Growth

Unilever Sri Lanka signs MOU with National Youth Services Council

Open doors for greater investment in telco infrastructure – EDOTCO

Positioning Guinea’s 2.2 Billion Ton Simandou Mine as a Key Driver of Economic Growth (By Charné Hundermark)