WIDE ANGLE on constitutional loop holes
Govt in two minds on upcoming elections with President playing Kings gambit
Sri Lanka enters long path to economic recovery fulfilling broad reforms
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WEEKLY ECONOMIC REVIEW
By Rohana Jith
China hits back at Nato over Russia accusations
China's foreign minister Wang Yi has hit back at Nato's "groundless accusations" that Beijing is helping Russia in its war on Ukraine.
Two importers bring down 66% of e-vehicles using migrant workers permits
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Whilst highlighting that 66 percent of E-vehicles imported by Sri Lankan expatriates have been done through two vehicle importing companies, chairman of the Committee on Public Finance (COPF) Harsha de Silva said today that his committee has requested the Finance Ministry to probe these irregularities.
SL Customs raises concerns over ‘No Go’ stance to ADB proposed container yard
Sri Lanka Customs has raised concerns over the ‘No Go’ indication from the Finance Ministry to the proposed container clearing yard with a 3,000-container capacity.
Govt. not ready to compromise Adani wind power project despite environmental concerns
Despite environmental concerns raised over the Adani green energy project in the north, the Power and Energy Ministry is insistent that the project site cannot be compromised but only steps for mitigation of damage can be taken, according to a top source.
Hambantota Port records significant 1H gain in LPG, bunker volumes
Hambantota International Port (HIP) reported a strong performance in the first half of the year (1H24) with significant growth in LPG operations and bunker volumes, highlighting its expanding capabilities.
Sri Lanka ranks among top 10 for affordable travel in Asia
Sri Lanka has been ranked as one of the top 10 most affordable destinations to travel in Asia by Times of India.
PUCSL to reach final decision on proposed electricity tariff revision
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The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) says that the final decision regarding the electricity tariff revision will be announced on July 15, after reviewing the public opinions.
Sri Lanka attracts over 43,000 tourists in first seven days of July
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Sri Lanka welcomed over 43,000 international visitors in the first week of July, a significant pickup in the tourist inflow rate from last month.
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Sri Lanka Insurance declares Rs. 11.2Bn bonus for Life policyholders
The nation’s Life insurer, Sri Lanka Insurance Life (SLICLL) yet again outshines its own record to declare the largest Life Insurance bonus in the industry amounting to a staggering Rs. 11.2 Billion for 2023 to its policyholders.
**The Labour's Resurgence: Consequences for Europe, Global Politics, and Sri Lanka**
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*"Politics is who gets what, when, and how." - Political scientist Harold Lasswell*
Tech giant Samsung hit with indefinite strike
A union representing workers at South Korean technology giant Samsung Electronics has called on its roughly 30,000 members to go on strike indefinitely, as part of its campaign for better pay and benefits.
South Korea politician blames women for rising male suicides
A politician in South Korea is being criticised for making dangerous and unsubstantiated comments after linking a rise in male suicides to the increasingly “dominant” role of women in society.