Category: Sri Lanka
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France Sri Lanka Investment
France–Sri Lanka Investment Ties Accelerate at Paris Business Forum 2026 Sri Lanka is stepping boldly onto the global investment stage. On 30 January 2026, the Sri Lanka Business Forum hosted by MEDEF International in collaboration with the Embassy of Sri Lanka in France, ignited fresh momentum for France Sri Lanka economic ties, drawing a powerful…
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World Tallest Christmas Tree
The world record for the tallest man-made Christmas tree belongs to Sri Lanka. It was built in Colombo on 24 December 2016, measuring 72.1 meters (236 ft 6.58 in) tall and 20.2 meters (66 ft) wide. Details of the Record-Breaking Tree- Location: Galle Face Green, Colombo, Sri Lanka – Height: 72.1 m (236 ft 6.58…
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SLIBS
Boat & Marine Show 2026 South Asia’s Premier Marine Festival Anchors in Colombo Sri Lanka gears up to host its premier international boat show Yet a global showcase of marine innovation, lifestyle, and tourism. From January 30 to February 1, 2026, the island nation will welcome the world to Boat Show 2026, South Asia’s premier…
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Tiktok Management
We manage the TikTok page / site for one of our clients. Here is their November update. +++ A Heartfelt Thank You to Our TikTok Family of supporters and “likers” Over the past two months, something truly special has happened, working together, we’ve crossed more than 1 lakh views on TikTok! This milestone is not…
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CMB Airport receives more self check in terminals
Smoother journeys begin here. SriLankan Airlines’ Airport and Ground Services has expanded its self-check-in kiosks at BIA. With the start of winter travel peak times there are an additional 20 kiosks available, making a total of 28, so that passengers can enjoy faster, hassle-free check-in with quick seat selection, boarding pass printing, and bag-tag generation.…
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Free Visa Delay
COLOMBO, Oct. 29 (Xinhua) — Sri Lanka’s plan to extend the list of countries which will be exempted from paying ETA visa fees is still awaiting implementation, government officials confirmed. Responding to questions at the weekly cabinet press briefing, cabinet spokesperson and Minister of Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath said the process will move forward once…
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Tourist Categories
Tourist categories and typical spend (Sri Lanka) Category Typical daily spend (USD) Typical trip length (days) Estimated total spend (USD) Typical profile Luxury / High‑end 250–600 5–10 2,500–5,000 Upscale travellers staying in 5★ hotels and private villas; fine dining, private transfers, guided tours Upper‑mid / Comfort 120–250 6–10 800–1,800 Couples or families in 4★ hotels,…
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Economy Q3 review Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka Is Back — Invest Now in a Rising Blue Economy Strong growth, clear momentumThe IMF has revised Sri Lanka’s growth outlook to 3.1% for 2026, reflecting a return to steady, trend-level expansion after a powerful rebound from the 2022–2023 crisis. Recent growth spikes 5% last year and 4.8% in the first half of…
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Colombo Port Visit
Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) arranged for overseas delegates who are attending the Voyage Sri lanka to visit Colombo Port. The Harbour Master Captain de Silva gave a very welcoming speech and conducted a tour of the port, detailing the history and also the future developments. The delegates from Saudi Arabia, Oman, UAE and…
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Asian Development Bank Update October 2025
Speaking at the Voyage Sri Lanka, a maritime summit organised by EDB, the Asian Development Bank Country Director for Sri Lanka Takafumi Kadono urged a strategic, sustainable push for Sri Lanka’s blue economy, calling for targeted investment, stronger regulation, and clear branding to unlock the island’s maritime potential. Kadono stressed that protecting marine ecosystems, empowering…