How Vietnam turned FTAs into apparel growth, and what Sri Lanka can learn
In the past fifteen years, Vietnam has become a prime example of how trade policy can drive industrial growth, particularly in the apparel sector. This transformation is the result of a strategic focus on Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), export-oriented manufacturing, and integration into global value chains. Sri Lanka can draw valuable insights from Vietnam’s experience, […]
Sampath Bank Strengthens Ocean Plastic Reduction Efforts with the Community-led Material Recovery Facility (MRF) in Dickwella
Reinforcing its commitment to environmental stewardship and inclusive socio-economic development, Sampath Bank PLC officially handed over a fully operational Material Recovery Facility (MRF) in Batheegama, Dickwella, under its ‘A Breath to the Ocean’, ocean plastic reduction initiative. This milestone marks a significant step in transitioning from a corporate-led initiative to a community-owned, sustainable model. Implemented […]
JKCG Auto partners with BOC and SLIC to Support EV Adoption Among Government Sector Employees
John Keells CG Auto (JKCG Auto), the authorised distributor of BYD and DENZA in Sri Lanka, has launched a campaign in partnership with Bank of Ceylon (BOC) and Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Ltd. (SLIC) to accelerate New Energy Vehicles (NEV) adoption among government sector employees. The initiative, which will run from 4 May to […]
Minoli Wickramasinghe appointed President of COYLE Ladies Chapter for 2026–2027
07 May 2026: The COYLE Ladies Chapter, the social service and charity arm of the Chamber of Young Lankan Entrepreneurs, has appointed Minoli Wickramasinghe, CEO/Chairperson of Capital Trust Properties, as its President for the 2026–2027 term. The appointment was announced in early April 2026, following the Annual General Meeting of the Chamber of Lankan Entrepreneurs, […]
Janashakthi Foundation and President’s Fund unite in national commitment to safeguard children’s wellbeing
JXG (Janashakthi Group), a leading Sri Lankan financial conglomerate, through its philanthropic arm the Janashakthi Foundation, has partnered with the President’s Fund to expand healthcare assistance for children under eighteen. The collaboration marks a rare and significant corporate partnership with a national fund, reinforcing JXG’s commitment to creating enduring value for Sri Lanka. Positioned as […]
Stopping Financial Fraud Before It Happens: Purpose-Built Fraud Prevention Tools for South Asia
Trusted by leading stockbrokers, wealth managers and NBFIs, Dossiers is now entering the banking sector with a real-time transaction monitoring service built for modern fraud Colombo, Sri Lanka — April 2026 — South Asia’s financial sector is facing one of the most challenging fraud environments in its history. Recent events in the banking sector in […]
Janashakthi Life strengthens commitment to education through Shilpashakthi initiative
Janashakthi Life, a leading name in the insurance industry and a flagship brand of JXG (Janashakthi Group), conducted Shilpashakthi, an educational initiative supporting over 5,000 Grade 5 Scholarship students with academic guidance in collaboration with educator Bharatha Lankage. The programme also recognised five students through a raffle draw, awarding tablets and a special double-decker city […]
Dijital Team Sri Lanka reaffirms commitment to continuous employee growth through partnership with LinkedIn Learning
Dijital Team Sri Lanka has emerged as one of the first companies in the country to officially launch LinkedIn Learning for all its team members. Working in collaboration with the LinkedIn team from India, the platform made its recent debut for employees at Dijital Team Sri Lanka’s office, located at the World Trade Centre, Colombo. […]
Huawei Named a Gartner® Peer Insights™ Customers’ Choice for Second Year in a Row
Huawei has been named a Customers’ Choice in the 2026 Gartner Peer Insights Voice of the Customer for Backup and Data Protection Platforms, marking the second straight year it has received the honor. The recognition follows a 100% willingness-to-recommend rating for its OceanProtect Data Protection product based on 241 reviews as of Dec. 31, 2025. […]
Sampath Bank Leads Sri Lanka’s Lending Transformation Through AI-Enabled Credit Intelligence
Sampath Bank PLC continues to transform Sri Lanka’s banking landscape through the introduction of a fully integrated, AI-driven lending ecosystem, reinforcing its leadership in intelligent, data-led financial solutions. This marks one of the first comprehensive AI-driven lending frameworks in Sri Lanka, enabling seamless, paper-light loan approvals within seconds while setting a new benchmark for speed, […]
