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HNB retains Euromoney recognition as Lanka’s ‘Best Bank for Large Corporates’

HNB PLC received the Best Bank for Large Corporates in Sri Lanka 2026 award at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence, marking the second consecutive year that the Bank has secured the prestigious international recognition. The award was accepted on behalf of HNB by Senior Vice President/Head of Corporate Banking Manojith Weerasuriya, reflecting the Bank’s continued […]

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Sri Lanka–Canada Business Council reaffirms commitment to strengthening bilateral business relations

The Sri Lanka–Canada Business Council of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce recently convened its 35th Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, bringing together Council members, office bearers and distinguished stakeholders to review the Council’s activities during the past year and set its direction for the year ahead. The AGM was attended […]

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SDB bank recognised as Banking Sector Runner-Up at National Business Excellence Awards

SDB bank has been recognised as the Banking Sector Runner-Up at the National Business Excellence Awards, reaffirming its position as a purpose-driven financial institution committed to sustainable growth, responsible banking and meaningful social impact. Organised by the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka, the National Business Excellence Awards is one of the country’s most […]

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Capacity-building by CDB empowers SME Entrepreneurs in Kandy

Citizens Development Business Finance PLC (CDB) reiterated its commitment to strengthening Sri Lanka’s small and medium enterprise (SME) sector with an SMB Capacity-Building Programme in Kandy. Held on August 3rd at the Divisional Secretariat Hall B, the programme was driven under CDB’s SMBPlus as part of CDB’s broader strategy to support entrepreneurs beyond conventional financial […]

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Groundworth Launches ‘Antara’ – Exclusive Land Release in the Heart of Thalawathugoda

Groundworth (Pvt) Ltd has launched “Antara by Groundworth”, an exclusive land development in the heart of Thalawathugoda, one of Colombo’s most established and sought-after residential suburbs. Located within the belt of Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte and minutes from the Battaramulla administrative hub, Antara offers 12 premium residential plots in a mature, peaceful and well-connected neighbourhood.   Positioned […]

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Tea exports ‘resilient’ amid 85% route disruption

Sri Lanka’s Ceylon Tea exports have remained resilient despite about 85% of shipping routes being disrupted; with freight rates rising, and shipments forced to travel around the Cape of Good Hope, Tea Exporters Association (TEA) Chairperson for 2026/2027 Huzefa Akbarally said recently, according to a press release. Addressing the TEA’s 27 Annual General Meeting (AGM) […]

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Governor urges stronger anti-money laundering compliance

The prevention of money laundering should not be regarded as the responsibility of banks alone, as lawyers, notaries, independent legal professionals and other designated non-financial businesses and professions DNFBPs also have a critical role to play, Central Bank Governor Dr. P. Nandalal Weerasinghe said. Addressing a conference organised by the Bar Association of Sri Lanka […]

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EDB, Kelaniya University forge innovation link to boost electronics exports

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) and the University of Kelaniya have launched a new industry-academia collaboration aimed at strengthening Sri Lanka’s electronic and electrical exports through research, innovation and product diversification. The initiative, titled “Innovation Bridge 2026,” brought together exporters, manufacturers, academics and industry experts at a seminar and mini innovation exhibition held […]

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Sri Lanka – Japan Business Council of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce holds 47th AGM

The Sri Lanka – Japan  Business Council (SLJBC) of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce recently held its 47th AGM, with the Ambassador of Japan and the Patron of the Council, Akio ISOMATA, attending as the Chief Guest. Addressing the gathering, Ambassador ISOMATA outlined three priorities for deepening bilateral economic relations: an effective and forward-looking trade and investment […]