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PM Modi’s Sri Lanka visit: How Colombo appears more receptive than ever

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid a highly successful visit to Sri Lanka on April 4–6, following his participation in the BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok. This visit marked a significant diplomatic moment, as he became the first foreign leader to be received by …

IMF Appoints Evan Papageorgiou as New Mission Chief for Sri Lanka

32 The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has appointed Evan Papageorgiou as the new Chief of Mission for Sri Lanka, succeeding Peter Brewer, who played a pivotal role in the country’s recent economic recovery. Peter Brewer led the IMF’s engagement during …

Sri Lanka’s Economic Comeback: A Year of Recovery and Reform in 2024

By: Staff Writer April 08, Colombo (LNW): In 2024, Sri Lanka continued its path of steady economic recovery after experiencing its worst economic crisis two years prior. Despite the difficulties, the pace of recovery was faster than that seen in most debt- …

Sri Lanka’s Siyapatha Finance to raise Rs5bn in debenture issue

ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka should highlight the services the country imports from the US, including computer software, the welcome stance for US brands and for many years as well as being the first to invite Starlink in the region, an export industry official …

Sri Lanka requests Trump administration to reconsider new tariffs

Sri Lanka requested the Trump administration to reconsider the new tariffs imposed on Sri Lanka, the Sri Lanka Foreign Minister’s media unit said following talks between Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath and the US Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung. The US …

Evan Papageorgiou appointed new IMF Mission Chief for Sri Lanka

Commercial Bank’s Sri Lanka rupee green bond rated ‘A(EXP)(lka)’ by Fitch

ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka should reduce and make simplify border taxes, which will also reduce corruption and strengthen links with India and other countries with free trade agreements, Advocata Institute, a Colombo based think tank has said. Trump tariffs …

Trump’s tariffs could intensify Sri Lanka’s debt crisis

On Thursday, April 3, Sri Lankans woke up to the alarming news that the United States, the country’s single largest export destination, would be applying 44% tariffs. These tariffs will hit Sri Lanka just months after it officially exited sovereign default …

IMF and Sri Lanka discuss impact of new US tariffs

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Sri Lanka had talks on the new trade tariffs proposed by the United States and their potential implications for Sri Lanka. A meeting between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and representatives of the …

Successful Discussions Held on Fourth Review of IMF Programme

28 A meeting between President Anura Kumara Disanayake and representatives of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) was held yesterday (7) at the Presidential Secretariat. The discussions centred on the preliminary review associated with the fourth tranche …

Lankan Natural Wonders take Centre Stage at Earth Day Exhibition

28 The fifth annual photography exhibition of the America Sri Lanka Photographic Art Society (ASPAS) 2025 is scheduled to be held in collaboration with the Embassy of Sri Lanka to the United States, the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau, and the Consul …

Trump tariffs: How can Sri Lanka mitigate the pain?

The Trump tariffs are likely to incentivise countries to improve access to markets outside the US via trade agreements   The global trading system faces a significant shock following the imposition of new US tariffs. These measures, announced on 2 April (‘ …

Trump(dis)order is to hit Sri Lanka very badly with limited options available

By seeking to reduce this trade deficit to a zero level through tariffs, Trump is simply punishing his own people for high consumption level they had enjoyed without labouring from the same   Donald Trump: the bad economist In 1850, the French economist …

Sri Lanka’s population growth hits all-time low

Working population decreases by 3.35 per cent since 2019 Number of births reduced by 30.8 per cent since 2019 Number of marriages reduced by 14.7 per cent since 2019 Number of deaths increased by 17.2 per cent since 2019 Colombo District sees the highest …

Beyond retaliation: How ASEAN and Asia can turn the tide against US tariffs

In a sweeping attempt to reassert American economic dominance, US President Donald Trump announced a new wave of punitive tariffs on imports from virtually all trading partners – tariffs that spare no one and threaten to upend the post-war international …

Sri Lankan apparel faces US tariffs

Sri Lanka’s apparel sector is sounding the alarm over a new Reciprocal Tariff policy introduced by the United States government, which threatens to severely impact the country’s largest export industry. The policy, announced by US President Donald Trump on …

Three years after a revolution, Sri Lanka’s impressive recovery

37 On May 9, 2022, Sri Lanka’s embattled Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa (who was also a former President) resigned in the face of massive anti-Government protests, called Aragalaya. His brother, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, attempted to stay on but had …

Can Sri Lanka turn crisis into reform?

53 The United States was born as the result of people from thirteen colonies protesting against taxation without representation imposed by the British monarch. Several centuries later, another leader — this time the President of the United States himself — …

Sri Lanka fashion sector praises government response to US tariffs

Sri Lanka’s government formed a working group aimed at evaluating the repercussions of the US’ tariffs on Sri Lanka goods, which will impact its fashion export sector. JAAF, whose members include the Sri Lanka Apparel Exporters Association and the Fabric …

The Exodus Road, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), and Cellebrite to host trainings for Colorado law enforcement

The anti-human trafficking trainings are being led by top experts in the field and will take place in two events in Boulder and Colorado Springs COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In separate conference …

Arabelle Solutions choisit la solution FS² AutoBank de Serrala pour automatiser ses processus financiers

Arabelle Solutions choisit FS² AutoBank de Serrala pour optimiser sa trésorerie et renforcer l’efficacité de ses processus financiers nucléaires. NORDERSTEDT, HAMBURG, GERMANY, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Serrala, leader mondial de l…

Electe Joins the World Wide Web Consortium as a AI B2B Go-to-Market Leader

Italian AI analytics platform becomes W3C member to influence data interoperability and privacy standards for small and medium-sized enterprises MILANO, MI, ITALY, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Electe, an Italian company leading in AI- …

Quorum Software Introduces QAI: GenAI Chatbot for Upstream On Demand Land Software

In-App Answers and Assistance Enhances User Productivity and Accelerates Performance HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Quorum Software, a global leader in energy software, today announced the launch of its Quorum AI …

Worksuite is Leader in Everest Group PEAK Matrix® for Freelancer Engagement & Management Systems (FEMS) Assessment 2025

Everest Group Highlights Worksuite as a Leader Based on Market Impact, Vision, and Capabilities WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Worksuite, the leading freelancer management system (FMS) that helps organizations …

Boomerang Business Collective, USA, Unleashes Strategic Franchise Initiative, Poised for Rapid National Growth

Innovative Business Collective Teams Up with renowned Franchise Consulting Firm to Ignite Expansion STAFFORD, VA, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Boomerang Business Collective, the engaging business network is launching a …

The spring season quickly delivers more awards for Global and International winning author

More awards in the Spring Season for a Global and International award winner LINDEN HIGHWAY, REGION 4, GUYANA, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spring 2025 has just begun, and many people feel relieved from winter. Author Geary Reid welcomed the …

5G, Aethra Telecommunications-Fastweb Partnership Strengthens, with Focus on Ease of Installation and Customization

MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO, CANADA, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A TLC, the commercial brand of Aethra Telecommunications, has been confirmed as a vendor by the telco for services aimed at the business sector. The new 5G Outdoor Unit WNRQQ-108 …

Second Wings leads business mission to Pakistan and hosts international seminar in Lahore

Second Wings leads official business mission to Pakistan, hosting seminar in Lahore to promote investment in Portugal and launch the Trade Council. LAHORE, PAKISTAN, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Second Wings, a Portuguese consultancy firm …

SkyFive and Freedom Telecom to deploy Air-to-Ground Network in Kazakhstan

SkyFive and Freedom Telecom announced their cooperation to deploy a broadband aviation network in Kazakhstan, based on SkyFive Air-to-Ground (A2G) technology. MUNICH & ALMATHY, KAZAKHSTAN, GERMANY, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Central …

TFSF Ventures FZ-LLC Redefines Fintech Innovation with Next-Generation Solutions

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TFSF Ventures FZ-LLC, a trailblazing Dubai-based software development firm specializing in fintech and cryptocurrency innovations, proudly showcases its robust portfolio of advanced …

Institute of Risk Management (IRM) Announces New Global Ambassador for ASEAN

The IRM is delighted to announce the appointment of Margaret Chin as its new Global Ambassador for the ASEAN region. KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The IRM is delighted to announce the appointment of Margaret Chin as …

Scale Selling Expands Franchise to Los Angeles

Scale Selling opens a new Los Angeles franchise with Ruslan Karden to boost local digital marketing expertise. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Scale Selling, a leading digital marketing agency, is thrilled to …

LANDMARK EXHIBIT OPENS IN ASSISI ANTICIPATING THE 800TH ANNIVERASRY OF ST FRANCIS’ DEATH (1226 AD)

GREENWICH, CT, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Eight hundred (800) years after its composition by Saint Francis of Assisi, the Canticle of the Creatures – often also called the Canticle of Brother Sun – itself the inspiration …

Introducing PayrollHRSalary.com - A Smarter Way to Benchmark Salaries for Payroll and HR Professionals

PayrollHRSalary.com lets UK Payroll & HR pros benchmark salaries with real-time data, personalised reports & 12-month market forecasts. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Introducing PayrollHRSalary.com - A …

IPXO Unveils Next-Gen IPAM to Transform Public IP Address Management

IPXO launches Next-Gen IPAM platform to centralize public IP management with advanced monitoring and security across all RIRs. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IPXO, a comprehensive IP address marketplace and …

SocialBox.Biz Press Release: Earth Day 2025 – Reuse Computers and MacBooks for a Sustainable Future

LONDON, ENGLAND, UNITED KINGDOM, April 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SocialBox.Biz Press Release: Earth Day 2025 – Reuse Computers and MacBooks for a Sustainable Future As Earth Day 2025 approaches on April 22, SocialBox.Biz, a tech-focused …

Do London Ltd. Reports Significant Growth in 2024 under the Leadership of Mohammad Aljoundi

Strategic Vision and Client-Centric Approach Mark Notable Year for London-Based Digital Marketing Agency. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Do London Ltd., a digital marketing and business development agency based in …

Reporting ownership in Passive Foreign Investment Companies (PFICs) by Americans

Tax compliance can be a daunting task, especially for individuals with investments in passive foreign investment companies or qualified electing funds VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In today's fast- …

DWP Privé All Set to Welcome the World’s Leading Luxury Wedding Planners, Suppliers & Partners in Colombo, April 9

Top Destination Wedding Industry Trends Revealed to Inspire, Educate, and Elevate Service Excellence DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Destination weddings and luxury celebration planners along with some of the …