WORLD ECONOMIC FORUM
The World Economic Forum (WEF) held in Davos in January was convened against the most
WATER CONSERVATION
Water is a fundamental part of life, and can be a game changer for poverty reduction, health and wellbeing. And it’s inextricably
TOURISM INDUSTRY
With its rich cultural heritage, breathtaking landscapes and warm hospitality, Sri Lanka has emerged as a prominent tourist destination
AGRICULTURE SECTOR
Agriculture is particularly vulnerable to climate change due to its profound dependence on weather patterns, land, water
SUSTAINABLE FINANCE
The forces of volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity (VUCA) will change the economy, types of investments that will
ECONOMIC PREVIEW
Sri Lanka received IMF board approval for the second tranche of its Extended Fund Facility (EFF) in December
INTERNATIONAL TRADE
Persistent geopolitical tensions, high levels of debt and widespread economic fragility are expected to exert negative
AGENTS OF CHANGE
Sustainable entrepreneurship is vital to any economy. But these entrepreneurs are often in the invisible or informal sectors, and they face many challenges
TOURISM INDUSTRY
In the evolving landscape of global tourism, Sri Lanka stands on the cusp of a transformative journey. As the world delves deeper into the realms
AGRICULTURE SECTOR
Precision agriculture is an emerging trend that leverages state-of-the-art technologies and data analytics, to optimise crop production and resource management
STATE SECTOR
Government efforts to privatise and sell state-owned enterprises (SOEs) have led to heated debate and strong protests as the IMF’s structural adjustments
ECONOMIC REVIEW
Year 2023 could be described as one of relative stabilisation for the economy after a host of economic shocks and shortages
CLIMATE FINANCE
High on the agenda at the 2023 UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP28) in Dubai, held in December
THE FARM TRADE
Fresh food markets at the local level play a crucial role in transforming food systems, and ensuring universal access to safe, affordable and nutritious diets
SUSTAINABLE PROCUREMENT
Sustainable procurement (SP) is increasingly being recognised as a market force for sustainability. It means obtaining the best value for
ECONOMIC REFORM
Sri Lanka and the IMF reached their first staff level agreement (SLA) after an initial review was completed in October. And
OIL-WAR NEXUS
An escalation of the Hamas-Israel conflict has reignited fears that the price of oil could breach the US$ 100 a barrel mark
ACTIVIST LEADERSHIP
Leaders in sustainability do not have to be bosses. Nevertheless, they stand out as being (informal) change makers. They also bring out the best
APPAREL INDUSTRY
Today, shopping is easy thanks to the influence and dominance of social media and a host of digital channels. Consumers are constantly
PLANTATION SECTOR
Since 1 May was designated International Workers’ Day by a global federation of socialist groups and trade unions in 1889 following labour
