Sri Lanka Retailers’ Association Archives

February 5, 2025

The Sri Lanka Retailers’ Association (SLRA) applauds the recent announcement by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake approving the VAT refund program for tourism. This significant policy reform is a crucial step towards positioning Sri Lanka as a leading retail tourism hub in the region, enhancing its appeal to high-spending international travellers while boosting economic growth. […]

July 24, 2024

The Sri Lanka Retailer’s Association (SLRA) held its 7th Annual General Meeting at Hilton Residencies on the 19th of July 2024. Outgoing President Mr. Charitha Subasinghe, opened proceedings with his address, during which he stated, “The Jan 2023 to Jan 2024 the price increases of products were about 60% higher. This has led to the […]

May 8, 2023

The Sri Lanka Retailer’s Association (SLRA) held its 6th Annual General Meeting at the Colombo on the 25th of April 2023 at Hilton Residencies. The event was attended by members of the SLRA, and Mr. Vish Govindasamy, Chairman Chamber of Commerce and Group Managing Director of Sunshine Holdings PLC as the Chief […]

March 30, 2022

Lease and rental reductions Support towards cost sharing The Sri Lanka Retailers’ Association (SLRA), the apex body for organised retail in Sri Lanka, has issued a communique requesting landlords, lessors, and business partners to reduce leases and rentals for the Association’s membership. President of SLRA, Mr. Murali Prakash appealed to landlords […]

July 7, 2021

Sri Lanka Retailers Association (SLRA), the apex body of Sri Lanka’s Organised Retail Sector (ORS) consisting of last mile retailers, met Hon. Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa on June 30 to address the issues and difficulties they are faced with due to COVID pressures in the country. Representatives of SLRA also requested Hon. […]

SLRA Applauds Govt.’s VAT Refund Scheme – Establishing Retail as Key Player in the Economy

Sri Lanka Retailers’ Association hosts 7th Annual General Meeting

SLRA appoints new President and Executive Council at 6th Annual General Meeting

Sri Lanka Retailers’ Association (SLRA) appeals for cost-sharing from Business Partners

Sri Lanka Retailers’ Association urges for relief measures from Hon. Prime Minister