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Manufacturing and Services Sectors Sustain Growth in August amid Challenges

Sri Lanka’s business sector displayed resilience in August 2025, with both manufacturing and services recording strong expansion, according to the latest Purchasing Managers’ Index...

Sri Lanka’s graphite sector struggles with output, licensing, and lost potential

Sri Lanka, home to some of the world’s highest-quality vein graphite, is once again at a crossroads in revitalising its graphite industry.  The government’s recent...

President Dissanayake Calls on World Bank to Highlight Sri Lanka’s Transparent Governance

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has urged the World Bank to help convey to the international community the transparent and corruption-free nature of Sri Lanka’s...

Chinese Ambassador Meets Former President Sirisena Amid Political Discussions

Chinese Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Qi Zhenhong, met with former President Maithripala Sirisena at his official residence on Hector Kobbekaduwa Mawatha, Colombo, for discussions...

Sri Lanka Set to Begin $3.7 Billion Sinopec Refinery Project Amid Push for Greater Fuel Market Access

Sri Lanka expects Chinese energy giant Sinopec to begin construction on a $3.7 billion oil refinery this year, while negotiations continue over the company’s...

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