Political and Social News
Indian Business Delegation to explore trade and investment ties
The National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka in association with the IGTD Exim Chamber of Commerce in India, will conduct a B2B session for the Sri Lankan corporate/business community to explore trade and investment opportunities between the two countries on Tuesday,
US and Sri Lanka to sign deal to prevent smuggling of nuclear material
The United States and Sri Lanka are to sign a Memorandum of Understanding to prevent the smuggling of nuclear and other radioactive material.
Sri Lanka to Open High Commission in Wellington
In a strategic move of aiming to strengthen diplomatic relations, the Sri Lankan government has approved plans to establish a High Commission in Wellington, New Zealand.
Sri Lanka Customs earns record revenue in 2023
Sri Lanka Customs has achieved a record revenue exceeding Rs. 900 billion in 2023, according to Customs Media Spokesman Seevali Arukgoda.
Sri Lanka’s tourist arrivals reach 210,000 in December
Sri Lanka has just barely missed its 1.5 million tourist arrivals target set for 2023, despite seeing a record number of tourists visit the island nation in December last year.
SL Inland Revenue Commissioner claims a sharp rise in tax files
Department of Inland Revenue Commissioner A.M. Nafeer on Thursday revealed a sharp rise in tax files in 2023.
18% VAT for fuel, LPG but no PAL from January
The Ports and Airports Development Levy (PAL) currently imposed on fuel and gas is set to be removed upon implementation of the revised Value Added Tax (VAT).
SLtourist arrivals cross 200,000 in December; highest in 4 years
Sri Lanka has seen more than 200,000 tourist arrivals in the month of December alone, Tourism Minister Harin Fernando said in a post on the social media platform X.
S L born pioneer of location-tracking technology in King’s holistnours
A Sri Lankan born pioneer of location-tracking technology has been appointed OBE in the King’s New Year Honours.
Only certified, trained safari jeep drivers allowed into Yala National Park
To maintain Sri Lanka’s wildlife tourism, starting January 1, 2024, only trained and certified safari jeep drivers would be permitted to enter the Yala Block, the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority said.