Indonesian authorities deport Sri Lankan with expired visa

Alibaba to advise Sri Lankan SMEs on expanding global footprint

Alibaba, one of the world’s largest retailers and e-commerce companies, is to advise Sri Lankan Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) on expanding their global footprint and tap into new overseas markets. The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce said it will host a special session on May 29th featuring a high-level executive from Alibaba.com, aimed at helping Sri Lankan Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) expand their global footprint and tap into new overseas markets. The session will be conducted by Ma

26 May, 2025

UK keen to see Sri Lanka reduce market access barriers

The UK is keen to see Sri Lanka reduce market access barriers and improve ease of doing business and enhance transparency which will further boost the UK – Sri Lanka trade and investment relationship. The UK Prime Minister’s Trade Envoy for Sri Lanka, Lord Hannett of Everton, is visiting Colombo from 25th-28th May. This is his first visit to Sri Lanka since he was appointed in January 2025. Lord Hannett will meet with the Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development W

26 May, 2025

Sri Lanka featured in Prince William’s new docuseries

Sri Lanka has been featured in a new docuseries by Prince William and The Royal Foundation?s United for Wildlife. Prince William and The Royal Foundation?s United for Wildlife programme launched a groundbreaking new docuseries titled ?Guardians?, which seeks to redefine our understanding of rangers and the protectors of nature, driving recognition and pride in the vital yet unseen work they do to protect our planet. Sri Lanka is featured for the work by veterinary experts to rehabilitate eleph

24 May, 2025