South Asia: In the Midst of a European Conflict
The implications of the ongoing crisis are not only limited to Europe. The Russian intervention will produce indispensable ramifications for South Asia as well. As gas and oil prices will face a surge amid the crisis in Europe, this will likely cause a severe recession for South Asian economies and will hamper the manufacturing capacities.
China Assists Sri Lanka in Transforming Colombo City Port into a Financial Hub
Srilanka, under China’s assistance, is working towards making the port city Colombo a financial hub. The port city of Colombo, a special economic zone is an extension of the belt and road initiative (BRI). This financial hub is will compete with India’s GIFT City on technical and operative grounds. Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) […]
Sri Lankan Telco Invites Public to 5G trials
The beginning of 5G in Sri Lanka Dialog Axiata PLC, Sri Lanka’s premier connectivity provider, sent open invitations to customers to register for their 5G trial network. Subscribers can register their 5G device on www.dialog.lk/5g for the ultimate 5G experience. They will also stay updated as Dialog expands its 5G trial network into more areas. This […]
Japan Provides Grant to Ensure Free and Fair Polls in Sri Lanka
The government of Japan has announced a grant for the island nation. It is worth a little over 45000 USD, approximately Rs. 8.5 million. The grant falls under its Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP). Moreover, Japan calls it ‘The Project for Sustaining Democratisation through the Implementation of Free and Fair Election in […]
Sri Lanka and India Pledge to Improve Bilateral Economic Ties
India seems eager to revise its economic terms with Srilanka. India’s envoy to Colombo, Gol Baglay, identified potential sectors of economic cooperation for both countries. The sectors include infrastructure, connectivity, IT, agriculture, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, tourism, and education. Deepening Economic Collaboration between India and Srilanka On Tuesday, a virtual event titled “Deepening Economic Collaboration between India […]