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LMD APRIL 2025 – COVER STORY

Sri Lanka’s justice system, which is one of the oldest in Asia, has long been the cornerstone of our democratic framework. Today, it faces

BUSINESS SENTIMENT

The IMF recently approved the highly anticipated disbursement of US$ 334 million – the fourth tranche under

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DIGITAL EDITIONS

Our latest publications now available for viewing in digital format

THE BIG PICTURE

Humaydh SariffodeenMarch 27, 2025No Comment2025-03-27T15:26:14+00:00

THE BLAME GAME Our report card on the newly installed government’s first six months in power, based...

FISCAL STRATEGY

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 27, 2025 No Comment2025-03-27T15:25:29+00:00

Sri Lanka’s recent budget places the digital economy at the forefront of the country’s growth strategy...

STATE OF THE NATION

Tharindu Perera March 27, 2025 2025-03-27T14:41:25+00:00

April is a time of rest – with an embarrassment of holidays – and recreation, given the coming...

US IMMIGRATION

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 27, 2025 2025-03-27T14:41:38+00:00

President Donald Trump’s second term has placed immigration at the centre of American politics...

USAID FREEZE

Humaydh SariffodeenMarch 27, 2025No Comment2025-03-27T15:27:13+00:00

In an effort to provide civilian foreign aid and development assistance overseas, America...

USAID SUSPENSION

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 27, 2025 No Comment2025-03-27T15:27:28+00:00

The sudden suspension of the US government’s multibillion dollar foreign aid programme...

NEW FRONTIERS

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 27, 2025 2025-03-27T14:44:19+00:00

META SHIFT Meta ended its third party fact checking programme across Facebook, Instagram...

TOMORROW’S WORLD

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 27, 2025 2025-03-27T14:42:55+00:00

The April issue of Tomorrow’s World features a list of important events across the globe...

DIVERSIFIED SECTORS

Humaydh SariffodeenMarch 27, 2025No Comment2025-03-27T15:24:52+00:00

Sri Lanka’s economy has demonstrated remarkable resilience over the past year or so...

DIGITAL SECTOR

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 27, 2025 2025-03-27T14:47:41+00:00

The integration of artificial intelligence, cloud computing and the Internet of Things is...

TRANSITIONAL JUSTICE

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 27, 2025 No Comment2025-03-27T14:47:52+00:00

The government has promised to introduce a new constitution though no specific details are known...

LOGISTICS SECTOR

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 27, 2025 2025-03-27T14:48:02+00:00

The logistics landscape in Sri Lanka has undergone a dramatic transformation in recent years...

BUDGET 2025

Humaydh SariffodeenMarch 27, 20252025-03-27T14:49:38+00:00

The government’s maiden budget was delivered by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in his...

THE GOLD RUSH

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 27, 2025 No Comment2025-03-27T15:26:36+00:00

The demand for gold, which is traditionally a hedge against instability, has reached record...

INFLATION MILIEU

Humaydh Sariffodeen February 27, 2025 2025-02-28T00:44:56+00:00

Sri Lanka has been in deflation territory since September last year with headline inflation – based...

TRUMPIAN ECONOMICS

Humaydh Sariffodeen February 27, 2025 No Comment2025-02-28T12:02:27+00:00

A new age of protectionism and trade wars between the US and its three largest trading partners...

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Humaydh SariffodeenMarch 27, 20252025-03-27T15:23:47+00:00

For businesses, community engagement offers a path to create meaningful societal impact...

MARKETING STRATEGY

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 27, 2025 No Comment2025-03-27T15:25:51+00:00

Persuading consumers to embrace innovation is tough; and it will become tougher with...

DIGITAL MEDIA

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 27, 2025 2025-03-27T14:51:14+00:00

We live in an age where distinguishing between what is real and what’s not remains...

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 27, 2025 No Comment2025-03-27T14:51:23+00:00

“Resilience is about how you recharge; not how you endure,” declared Shawn Achor and...

SRI LANKANS OVERSEAS

Humaydh SariffodeenMarch 27, 2025No Comment2025-03-26T17:53:07+00:00

Sri Lanka’s pioneering international magazine is going places – having gone global in April! LMD International’s mission...

YOUTH FORUM

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 27, 2025 No Comment2025-03-27T14:52:34+00:00

These three aspects can be summarised in three words – viz. caring, carefree and careless...

SRI LANKANS OVERSEAS

Humaydh Sariffodeen February 27, 2025 No Comment2025-02-27T22:36:32+00:00

Sri Lanka’s pioneering international magazine is going places – having gone global in April! LMD International’s mission...

YOUTH FORUM

Humaydh Sariffodeen February 27, 2025 No Comment2025-02-28T00:49:19+00:00

The good undoubtedly is the provision of free education, which is of a higher standard in comparison...

SPECIAL REWARDS FOR SRI LANKAN VISA CARDHOLDERS

Tharindu PereraApril 3, 20252025-04-03T19:59:12+00:00

Visa (NYSE: V), the global leader in digital payments, has announced a special campaign to celebrate Sinhala & Tamil New Year in a more festive...

SLIIT’s CODEFEST 2024

Tharindu Perera April 3, 2025 2025-04-03T19:54:54+00:00

SLIIT’s Faculty of Computing successfully hosted its flagship national software competition, CODEFEST 2024, on January 24th at the SLIIT premises...

SLT-MOBITEL

Tharindu Perera April 3, 2025 2025-04-03T19:49:49+00:00

SLT Services (Pvt) Limited (SLT-SERVICES), a fully owned subsidiary of SLT-MOBITEL, Sri Lanka’s National ICT Solutions Provider, has launched...

PRIME LANDS RESIDENCIES PLC

Tharindu Perera April 3, 2025 2025-04-03T19:41:33+00:00

Prime Lands Residencies PLC, Sri Lanka's leading real estate developer, announced the appointment of Senior Professor Sampath Amaratunge...

ROARADX

Tharindu Perera April 1, 2025 2025-04-01T19:08:05+00:00

Roar Adx, a leading digital platform media solutions company, proudly celebrates five years of driving Meta advertising solutions and growth ...

THE INSTITUTE OF SUPPLY AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT

Tharindu Perera April 1, 2025 2025-04-01T18:50:41+00:00

The Institute of Supply and Materials Management (ISMM) has taken a significant step in strengthening Sri Lanka’s Supply Chain industry by...

ANALYTICAL INSTRUMENTS (PVT) LIMITED

Tharindu Perera April 1, 2025 2025-04-01T18:44:23+00:00

As a pioneering force in the healthcare and scientific instrumentation industry, Analytical Instruments (Pvt) Limited (AIPL) is committed to fostering...

SRI LANKA INSURANCE GENERAL

Tharindu Perera April 1, 2025 2025-04-01T18:36:07+00:00

Sri Lanka Insurance General (SLICGL), the nation’s largest and most trusted general insurer, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, Higher...

WORLD AUTISM DAY

Tharindu Perera April 1, 2025 2025-04-01T18:31:58+00:00

As the world comes together to observe World Autism Day on April 2nd, the Shiranee Joseph de Saram Foundation (SJDSF) reaffirms its commitment...

CHEVRON LUBRICANTS LANKA PLC

Tharindu Perera April 1, 2025 2025-04-01T18:27:05+00:00

Chevron Lubricants Lanka PLC (CLLP), the leading provider of Caltex-branded premium lubricants in Sri Lanka, announced the renewal of its successful...

REVOLUTIONISING TOURISM

Tharindu Perera April 1, 2025 2025-04-01T18:19:26+00:00

Purple Software, a Sri Lankan software development company known for cutting-edge custom software solutions, has launched TOS Builder...

HEMAS HOSPITALS

Tharindu Perera April 1, 2025 2025-04-01T18:13:04+00:00

Hemas Hospitals has proudly partnered with the JOE-PETE Big Match 2025 as the official healthcare provider, continuing its strong tradition of...

JAT HOLDINGS

Tharindu PereraApril 3, 20252025-04-03T19:46:22+00:00

JAT Holdings has revolutionized the way loyalty programs serve daily wage earning painters and carpenters - JAT’s key stakeholders, with the...

BANK OF CEYLON

Tharindu Perera April 3, 2025 2025-04-03T19:36:39+00:00

In an era where financial inclusivity plays a pivotal role in economic stability, Bank of Ceylon (BOC), in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Postal Department...

SLT-MOBITEL

Tharindu Perera April 1, 2025 2025-04-01T18:46:36+00:00

SLT-MOBITEL has entered a strategic partnership with Hotel Sanira, a distinguished 3-star hotel Perched in a prime location, as the exclusive service...

DFCC BANK

Tharindu Perera April 1, 2025 2025-04-01T17:44:05+00:00

DFCC Bank is pleased to announce the relocation of its Gangodawila Branch to a spacious, modern facility at No. 170, Old Kesbewa Road, Gangodawila...

SRI LANKA’S CASHLESS BANKING FUTURE

Tharindu Perera March 31, 2025 2025-03-31T12:51:02+00:00

In a world where convenience often defines customer satisfaction, the way people handle money is rapidly evolving...

SAMPATH BANK

Tharindu Perera March 31, 2025 2025-03-31T11:50:06+00:00

Sampath Bank proudly returns as the Title Sponsor of the Monthly Medal Golf Tournament at the Royal Colombo Golf Club (RCGC) for the second...

PEOPLE’S LEASING

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 28, 2025 2025-03-31T06:59:04+00:00

Women play a pivotal role in society, navigating various life stages while making significant impacts. They have consistently been at the forefront of change...

DFCC BANK

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 28, 2025 2025-03-31T06:39:54+00:00

DFCC Bank has been ranked fourth among the top 20 employers in Sri Lanka for CIMA members in 2025, a recognition awarded by AICPA & CIMA at a...

BANK OF CEYLON

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 28, 2025 2025-03-31T06:15:14+00:00

The No. 1 Bank in the country, Bank of Ceylon(BOC) offers diverse banking products and services to its customer fulfilling their dynamic banking needs...

NDB BANK

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 27, 2025 2025-03-27T17:01:35+00:00

Time is running out! NDB Bank, in partnership with News 1st, invites outstanding Sri Lankan women to seize the opportunity and...

BANK OF CEYLON

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 27, 2025 2025-03-27T16:23:25+00:00

The Bank of Ceylon (BOC), with its commitment to strengthening local entrepreneurship, has been a cornerstone of business...

SEYLAN BANK

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 26, 2025 2025-03-26T16:33:16+00:00

Seylan Bank, in collaboration with FitsAir, recently concluded the presentation ceremony for the winners of the 2024 Seylan Cards...

BUSINESS SENTIMENT

Humaydh SariffodeenMarch 27, 20252025-03-27T14:37:05+00:00

The IMF recently approved the highly anticipated disbursement of US$ 334 million – the fourth tranche under...

BURNING ISSUES

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 27, 2025 2025-03-27T14:37:17+00:00

The tax regime remains a major business concern, adding to the burning issues facing the corporate...

THE ECONOMY

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 27, 2025 2025-03-27T14:37:30+00:00

There’s been a ground swell surrounding the economic outlook among businesspeople with the...

THE COST OF LIVING

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 27, 2025 2025-03-27T14:37:42+00:00

The PepperCube Cost of Living Index (CLI) rose in February, following a slight decline in the previous...

MICROCOSM

Humaydh SariffodeenMarch 27, 20252025-03-27T14:54:26+00:00

The IMF’s Executive Board completed its third review under Sri Lanka’s 48 month Extended Fund Facility...

KEY ECONOMIC DATA

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 27, 2025 2025-03-27T14:33:53+00:00

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GLOBAL TRENDS

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 27, 2025 2025-03-27T14:32:03+00:00

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COST OF LIVING INDEX

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 27, 2025 2025-03-26T19:11:29+00:00

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AMERICAN CONSUMERS SET TO BE THE BIGGEST LOSERS IN TRUMP’S TRADE WARS

Humaydh SariffodeenApril 3, 20252025-04-03T21:28:51+00:00

On Wednesday, President Donald Trump announced...

EU HAS ‘STRONG PLAN’ TO HIT BACK AT US TARIFFS IF NEEDED, EU CHIEF SAYS

Kasun Basuriya April 2, 2025 2025-04-02T11:12:27+00:00

The European Union has a "strong plan" to retaliate against tariffs imposed, and set to be imposed...

WHAT TRUMP’S TARIFFS MEAN FOR MARKETS

Humaydh Sariffodeen March 5, 2025 2025-03-05T10:32:12+00:00

Major stock indexes fell in volatile trade on Tuesday, with the Nasdaq Composite index at one point down 10% from its December...

ARAB LEADERS GATHER TO DISCUSS POSTWAR GAZA PROPOSAL TO COUNTER TRUMP’S ‘RIVIERA’ PLAN

Humaydh Sariffodeen February 22, 2025 2025-02-22T17:22:25+00:00

Arab leaders met in Saudi Arabia’s...

SRI LANKA’S BUDGET LIKELY TO LEAD TO SLOWER FISCAL CONSOLIDATION, MOODY’S SAYS

Kasun Basuriya February 19, 2025 2025-02-19T09:08:21+00:00

Reuters - February 18, 2025 Sri Lanka's budgeted expenditure for 2025 will likely lead to a…...

DISSANAYAKE GOVT UNVEILS FIRST BUDGET, EYES 5% GROWTH FOR SRI LANKA IN 2025

Kasun Basuriya February 17, 2025 2025-02-17T23:44:00+00:00

Business Standard - Feb 17 2025 The Sri Lankan economy is expected to grow at…...

BOOKING.COM REVEALS THE WORLD’S MOST WELCOMING CITIES FOR 2025

Kasun Basuriya January 29, 2025 2025-01-29T22:00:01+00:00

- January 27, 2025 Travelers are increasingly drawn to authentic, off-the-beaten-path adventures, shaped by exceptional hospitality…...

DEEPSEEK HAS RATTLED THE AI INDUSTRY. HERE’S A QUICK LOOK AT OTHER CHINESE AI MODELS

Kasun Basuriya January 28, 2025 2025-01-28T22:42:42+00:00

The Chinese artificial intelligence firm DeepSeek has rattled markets with claims that its latest AI model, R1, performs on a par with those of OpenAI, despite using less advanced computer chips and consuming less energy...

ONLINE FEATURES

INSPIRING HOPE

Humaydh SariffodeenSeptember 27, 20242024-09-27T17:44:45+00:00

During my school holidays, I decided to volunteer with a Sri Lankan non-profit organization based in Moratuwa. I had the...

INTERNATIONAL DAY OF CARE AND SUPPORT

Humaydh Sariffodeen October 30, 2023 2023-10-30T14:07:09+00:00

Care work and housework sustains families and communities. It enables people to enter the workforce, contributes to economies as well as...

SOVEREIGN DEBT RESTRUCTURING

Humaydh Sariffodeen September 19, 2023 2023-09-20T15:25:48+00:00

The Government of Sri Lanka has outlined its expectations to conclude its sovereign debt restructuring expeditiously to regain debt sustainability...

MINDFUL SOLUTIONS WITH MO GAWDAT

Humaydh Sariffodeen September 5, 2023 2023-09-05T16:02:49+00:00

Cinnamon Hotels and Resorts hosted Mo Gawdat, the former Chief Business Officer of Google X and Best-selling author...

COMMUNITY-LED RECYCLABLE WASTE COLLECTION

Humaydh Sariffodeen September 4, 2023 2023-09-04T09:58:46+00:00

Solid waste management is identified as a critical social, environmental, and health issue with a multitude of economic...

THE FOOD AND AGRICULTURE ORGANIZATION

Tharindu Perera May 16, 2023 2023-05-16T12:39:38+00:00

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) initiated a 1.5 million USD project via funding from China as part of the South-South Cooperation...

6TH INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENT FORUM

Tharindu Perera February 21, 2023 2023-02-21T20:03:44+00:00

the 6th International Investment Forum (IIF) took place online. A total of 20 speakers presented their companies and offered interested viewers exciting insights...

ELECTRICITY CRISIS

Tharindu Perera November 10, 2022 2022-11-10T20:08:38+00:00

The COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent economic crisis revealed vulnerabilities in the Sri Lankan economy and weakened its economic state...

LMD APRIL 2025 – COVER STORY

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