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4IR, a tremendous opportunity for Lanka
Sri Lanka needs to capitalise on the opportunities provided by the...
2020-03-14 18:30:00 0
MRI’s Food and Water Laboratory meets international standards
The Medical Research Institute’s (MRI) Food and Water Laboratory is...
2020-03-14 18:30:00 0
Apparel industry stakeholders to meet again
Major stakeholders of the apparel industry held high level...
2020-03-07 18:30:00 0
‘Entrepreneurship culture vital to drive growth’
The business community is prepared to extend its support and...
2020-03-07 18:30:00 0
Uber introduces new safety features
Uber is continuously raising its service delivery bar by introducing...
2020-03-07 18:30:00 0
Is Lanka ready for 5G?
Sri Lanka needs a thorough evaluation on the pros and cons when...
2020-02-29 18:30:00 0
Opportunity wise, Lanka the best in the world, says top businessman
Sri Lanka could make great strides with the right direction and...
2020-02-29 18:30:00 0
Huawei to promote digital inclusion in Lanka
Huawei recently launched Tech4all in Sri Lanka, to promote the...
2020-02-29 18:30:00 0
Technomedics wins SAP Ace Award
The advancement of technology could be used as an important input in...
2020-02-29 18:30:00 0
GoAir flights to Colombo from this month
India’s popular low cost carrier, GoAir has selected Sri Lanka as its...
2020-02-29 18:30:00 0
Cargills’ Sarubima program: Farmers reap higher yields
Dispelling the fears that Sri Lanka’s agriculture sector will be...
2020-02-29 18:30:00 0
Ayati An angel of mercy for needy children
Parental love for children is universal. Children are the parents’...
2020-02-22 18:30:00 0
No room for complacency, says Chamber Chief
Sri Lanka cannot be complacent with the export performance recorded...
2020-02-22 18:30:00 0
Assistance for Small and Medium Enterprises
The SME sector which contributes around 50 percent of the GDP and...
2020-02-22 18:30:00 0
Apparel exporters keen on new business model
Highlighting the need to introduce a relatively new model of business...
2020-02-22 18:30:00 0
State revenue collection to pick up in second half, says Treasury Secretary
The announced tax cuts are expected to drive consumption and attract...
2020-02-22 18:30:00 0
National industrial policy in the pipeline
The Government while nurturing and protecting local industries will...
2020-02-15 18:30:00 0
Brand marketing, key to sustain tea markets
There is a strong need to upscale tea production capacity to meet...
2020-02-15 18:30:00 0
Export sector needs better strategies to propel growth
* Out of sync with local and global development* Must export more to...
2020-02-15 18:30:00 0
Dairy industry: Milk production to be streamlined
The local dairy industry is focused on training stakeholders to...
2020-02-15 18:30:00 0
Footwear industry gears to meet 80% of local needs
The labour intensive footwear and leather industry is working towards...
2020-02-08 18:30:00 0
Tourism and coronavirus
Industry will face negative impactLeading hotelier and Chairman...
2020-02-08 18:30:00 0
Factory staff our biggest asset - Ramya Holdings chief
Being a role model among entrepreneurs and setting an example of...
2020-02-08 18:30:00 0
Tourism industry undeterred by coronavirus
Sri Lanka will be carefully watching the impact of coronavirus and is...
2020-02-08 18:30:00 0
We are no heroes, says Mission Wuhan pilot
The national carrier, SriLankan Airlines embarked on a humanitarian...
2020-02-08 18:30:00 0
Diversifying export basket, a top priority for EDB
The Export Development Board (EDB) is working towards an ambitious...
2020-02-01 18:30:00 0
‘Lankans need to patronise local products and services’
The Sunday Observer Business Chat column features leading business...
2020-02-01 18:30:00 0
Chinese investments in BRI countries to reach $ 500 b
The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), a global development strategy...
2020-02-01 18:30:00 0
Ceylon Chamber signs MoU with Kurdistan counterpart
A 17-member high powered business delegation from the Kurdistan...
2020-02-01 18:30:00 0
‘Harness potential of emerging technologies’
Sri Lanka needs to capitalise on the opportunities provided by the...
2020-02-01 18:30:00 0
Apparel brings in US $ 250 m more in 2019
Sri Lanka’s apparel industry is working with new vigour to reach US...
2020-01-25 18:30:00 0
Sri Lanka Tourism finalises long-term marketing plan
Sri Lanka Tourism which plans to kick-off a global promotional...
2020-01-25 18:30:00 0
SME development will be given top priority - Cabraal
Reaffirming the commitment by the government to develop the country’s...
2020-01-25 18:30:00 0
Ceramics: Manufacturers need to focus on creating new trends
The ceramics industry uses a lot of energy in terms of LP gas,...
2020-01-25 18:30:00 0
Star Garments Group obtains CarbonNeutral certification
Star Garment Group (Star), a global manufacturing company, has been...
2020-01-25 18:30:00 0
Stable political environment will enable inclusive growth, says Chamber Chief
The recent policy changes will have a positive impact on the country’...
2020-01-25 18:30:00 0
ADB helps rebuild earthquake damaged schools in Nepal
Nepal is still recovering from a magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck...
2020-01-18 18:30:00 0
Measures to regulate wellness tourism sector in the pipeline
The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), is working to generate...
2020-01-18 18:30:00 0
Insurance policies to boost apparel workers’ welfare
An attractive insurance policy that has been introduced for employees...
2020-01-18 18:30:00 0
Private sector participation vital to meet growing energy needs
* Electricity demand grows at an annual rate of 5.6%* Govt. mulls...
2020-01-18 18:30:00 0
Yarlpanam Chamber welcomes package to revive ailing SMEs
The Northern Province looks forward with renewed hope for a better...
2020-01-18 18:30:00 0
Port City awaits legal framework to launch marketing campaign
Marking a new dimension in the social responsibility arena, Port City...
2020-01-18 18:30:00 0
Monetary Board approves debt relief package for ailing SMEs
The Government will introduce a debt relief package to revive the...
2020-01-11 18:30:00 0
‘Meeting country’s rice needs without imports, a huge challenge’
Sri Lanka needs 196,000 mt of rice per month for consumption and the...
2020-01-11 18:30:00 0
Immediate Past President says: NCE plans to strengthen working arrangements with other Chambers
The export community is confident that the sector will bounce back...
2020-01-11 18:30:00 0
Agriculture Ministry perturbed over misuse of subsidised fertiliser
The government is seriously looking at the effective channeling of...
2020-01-11 18:30:00 0
Roadmap 2020 : Central Bank to formulate policies that ensure macroeconomic stability
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) while supporting the low...
2020-01-11 18:30:00 0
‘Listing of SOEs will benefit capital market’
The government should seriously contemplate the listing of State...
2020-01-04 18:30:00 0
Investments vital to increase export sector production capacity, says Chamber chief
The crucial need is to increase production capacity of the export...
2020-01-04 18:30:00 0
Local apparel industry keen to set up textile manufacturing plants
Apparel industry stakeholders are making a concerted effort to create...
2019-12-28 18:30:00 0

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