Sri Lanka renews $1.4 bln worth Chinese Yuan currency swap
Sri Lanka has renewed a $1.4 billion worth Yuan currency swap with China during the official Beijing visit of President Anura Kumara Disanayake, a joint statement by the both countries said.
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Govt. announces relief measures for SME loan repayments
The government has planned a relief package to provide concessions to small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs) facing difficulties in repaying loans.
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Sri Lanka central bank launches digital payments promotion
Sri Lanka’s central bank has launched a digital payments promotion campaign in Hambantota, it said in a statement.
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Local palm oil industry set to save US$84 million annually.
Sri Lanka’s palm oil industry, if strengthened, can save $ 84 million in foreign exchange, and enable smallholders to enter into international value chains through value added palm oil production, AEN Plantations CEO Ruwan Goonewardena disclosed.
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Trincomalee Oil Tank Farm and Port Development: to boost foreign exchange
News of the Day In line with the new government’s energy policy and plan, significant efforts are underway to generate substantial foreign exchange for the country through the development of the Trincomalee Oil Tank Complex.
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Stinking Beira Lake Joint cleaning project to kickoff today
The stinking odor and the garbage mounting problem of the Colombo’s tourism hotspot Beira Lake near the Gangaramaya Seema Malaka, which repulses hundreds of foreign and local tourists that visit every day to witness a mesmerizing sunset, has finally won attention of the authorities to kickoff with a cleaning project today.
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Sri Lanka’s south coast crowned as winter’s hottest travel destination
In a dazzling spotlight on Sri Lanka’s allure, Vogue has names the island’s south coast as the must-visit destination this winter, capturing the hearts of wanderers with its unspoiled beaches, vibrant wildlife, tranquil tea estates and immersive cultural experiences.
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Central Bank charts path to stability and growth in 2025 and beyond
The Central Bank (CB) last week unveiled an ambitious policy agenda: inflation stabilisation, a fostered economy, and financial stability for 2025 and beyond. The CB is envisaging a more forward-looking and data-driven approach to monetary policy formulation through enhancing the macroeconomic modelling setup and alternative frameworks.
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Sri Lanka’s first all-female staffed tourist hotel opens in Dambulla
A groundbreaking milestone in South Asia’s tourism industry was achieved on January 10th with the grand opening of “Amba Yaalu”, the island nation’s first 100% female-staffed tourist hotel.
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Distinguished Sanchi Delegation Visits Sita Amman Temple in Nuwara Eliya
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January 14, 2025
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In celebration of the 75th birth anniversary of the Chief Monk of Sanchi Chethiyagiri Vihara, Most Venerable Banagala Upatissa Nayaka Thero, a prominent delegation from Sanchi paid a visit to the Sita Amman Temple in Nuwara Eliya. The group was warmly welcomed by Mr. S. Thiagu, representing the temple’s governing body.
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