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Sri Lanka’s FDI Figures under Scrutiny amid Global Economic Pressures
Lanka News Web
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July 3, 2025
By: Staff Writer July 03, Colombo (LNW): As Sri Lanka navigates a fragile recovery from its recent economic crisis, government officials continue to present varied data on Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), raising concerns over the authenticity and...
Agoda Reports Rise in Indian Travel to Southeast Asia as Visa Restrictions Ease Across Region
Macau Business
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July 9, 2025
SINGAPORE, July 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The landscape of international travel for Indian passport holders is undergoing a transformation, courtesy the growing trend of relaxed visa policies across Southeast Asia. This shift is not only breaking...
Sri Lanka’s struggle with single-use plastics: Why bans alone fall short
EconomyNext
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July 3, 2025
The escalating crisis of plastic pollution poses a significant threat to both the health of the planet and human well-being. Among the plastic pollutants, Single-use plastics (SUPs) have become a major driver of pollution on land and in oceans....
Sri Lanka to open mission in Cyprus
EconomyNext
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July 3, 2025
The escalating crisis of plastic pollution poses a significant threat to both the health of the planet and human well-being. Among the plastic pollutants, Single-use plastics (SUPs) have become a major driver of pollution on land and in oceans....
City of Dreams Sri Lanka warns of ticket scams for Shah Rukh Khan event
Colombo Gazette
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July 4, 2025
City of Dreams Sri Lanka warned of ticket scams for the event attended by Shah Rukh on 2nd August. Issuing a statement, City of Dreams Sri Lanka said that the launch event is by invitation only. Bollywood king Shah Rukh Khan is to open City of...
Marriott: Asia-Pacific Luxury Travelers More Demanding Than Ever
Tornos News
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July 8, 2025
Asia-Pacific travelers are ushering in a new era of travel, defined by meaningful travel experiences, personalized services, and profound lifestyle changes. New research from Marriott International’s luxury hotel portfolio, Luxury Group, shows...
Sri Lanka and Thailand deepen bilateral ties in public health cooperation
Daily FT
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On 27 June, Health Deputy Minister Hansaka Wijemuni held a bilateral meeting with Thai Public Health Deputy Minister Dej-is Khaothong on the sidelines of the Third Ministerial Conference on Civil Registration and Vital Statistics in Asia and the...
UAE claim Sri Lanka scalp to move closer to Rugby World Cup play-off
The National News
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The UAE have done their bit, and in some style, too, with a 29-21 victory in Sri Lanka. Now they need Hong Kong to do them a favour on Saturday, and their Rugby World Cup qualification adventure will continue. Jack Stapley scored two tries, and...
Bangladesh Head Coach abandons team in Sri Lanka to fly out
CricketAddictor
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July 4, 2025
Bangladesh head coach Phil Simmons has left the team midway through their ongoing ODI series against Sri Lanka in away conditions. Simmons's exit comes at a challenging time for Bangladesh, who suffered a 1-0 defeat in the Test series and went on...
Tourism Malaysia hosts Sri Lankan media FAM Trip
TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
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July 1, 2025
Tourism Malaysia and SriLankan Airlines hosted a media FAM trip to boost Sri Lankan arrivals ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026. In a strategic move to boost arrivals from Sri Lanka in conjunction with the Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) global campaign,...
ADB urges education reforms to tackle youth joblessness in Asian nations, including Sri Lanka
EconomyNext
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July 3, 2025
ECONOMYNEXT – Youth unemployment remains high across many parts of Asia, including Sri Lanka, the Asian Development Bank has said, and countries must reform education systems and expand vocational training, while enabling youth-led enterprises....
‘Freedom’ trailer: Sasikumar, Lijomol Jose play Sri Lankan immigrants rebelling against oppression
The Hindu
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July 4, 2025
Sasikumar, Lijomol Jose in stills from ‘Freedom’ | Photo Credit: TrendMusic/YouTube The trailer of the upcoming Tamil film, Freedom, starring Sasikumar and Lijomol Jose, was unveiled by the makers on Thursday (July 3). Directed by Sathyasiva, the...
Emirates reveals flight searches for summer travel increased by 7% compared to last year
Tourism Breaking News (UAE)
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July 8, 2025
Post Views: 48 Vietnam’s vibrant third metropolis is a gateway to a trio of UNESCO World Heritage treasures and over 3,000km of untouched coastline. For culinary adventurers, Vietnamese cuisine is a story in every bite. From bustling street food...
A city rising: How Port City Colombo secures Sri Lanka’s tomorrow
Daily FT
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Nevanka Jayatilleke By Nevanka Jayatilleke Port City Colombo: A tangible win for Sri Lanka’s future Sri Lanka is a land of endurance. Over the many trials that our country has faced over its history, the hallmark of our people is their resilience....
Sri Lanka thanks Indian business community for helping boost economy
Colombo Gazette
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July 1, 2025
Sri Lanka thanked the Indian business community based in Colombo for helping boost the local economy. A high-level delegation of Chief Executive Officers from the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) met with the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dr....
India-Sri Lanka Business Dialogue Reinforces Push for Stronger Investment Links
Lanka News Web
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July 4, 2025
Amid growing economic cooperation and regional integration, promoting Indian investments in Sri Lanka has taken on renewed significance, with over 400 Indian companies currently operating in the island across sectors including petroleum,...
Sri Lankan born Nihal Arthanayake to make stand-up comedy debut in UK
Colombo Gazette
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July 1, 2025
Acclaimed Sri Lankan born broadcaster, presenter, journalist and author Nihal Arthanayake, is to make his stand-up comedy debut in London. Broadwayworld.com reported that Sri Lankan Culture Collective, London’s first boutique festival showcasing...
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 21.8-pct in June, regional visitors increase
EconomyNext
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July 1, 2025
ECONOMYNEXT – The relationship with India and Sri Lanka is strong and the business community and take links further, High Commissioner Santosh Jha said in Colombo speaking to a group of visiting Indian chief executives and local business leaders....
Integrated resorts set to transform tourism experiences across the Middle East and beyond
Travel Daily News
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July 8, 2025
The launch of the Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah and Cinnamon Life’s City of Dreams development in Sri Lanka is leading a new era for tourism and hospitality in the Middle East and Asia Pacific DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – The growth of...
Sri Lanka spreads Cuba’s denunciation against US memorandum
Prensa Latina - Cuba
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July 1, 2025
The newspaper highlights the publication of Cuban foreig minister, Bruno Rodriguez, in the social network X, denouncing the new action of the US president to tighten the economic, commercial and financial blockade of Washington with harmful...