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True sovereignty is not the absence of foreign oversight—it is the presence of domestic courage to reform, even when no one is watching.” ..
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has offered the Central Bank of Sri Lanka an extension to the remaining dues under the $ 2.6 billion Special Swap Arrangement signed, along with a reduction in interest ...
The IMF Executive Board completed the Fourth Review under the 48-month Extended Fund Facility with Sri Lanka, providing the country with immediate access to SDR 254 million (about US$350 million) to ...
On 50th priestly ordination anniversary, Malcolm Ranjith hailed as beacon of integrity and morality for society ...
The IMF has completed the fourth review of Sri Lanka’s $2.9 billion bailout programme, allowing the country to draw a $350 million tranche from the four-year facility.
Sri Lanka plans to introduce a property tax by the first half of 2027, according to the latest International Monetary Fund (IMF) review under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF). ..
Sri Lanka has made substantial progress on an IMF-supported economic reform program, but more work is needed to reduce the Asian country's 24.5% poverty rate, tackle corruption and reduce domestic ...
The foreign exchange reserves held by Bangladesh Bank have dropped below the $25 billion mark following the payment of import ...
Dr. Gita Gopinath, the First Deputy Managing Director (FDMD) of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), is scheduled to visit Sri Lanka from June 15-16 Issuing a statement, the Central Bank of Sri ...
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Power games that the big boys play
India, vying for a global leadership role, must recognise Bretton Woods Institutions as those of international governance, not only for economic development.
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Tariff reform
NATIONAL security rests on strong defence and a strong economy. In May, our armed forces delivered on defence. It is now time to serve the citizens and fix the economy. Tariff reform announced in ...
Sri Lanka has unveiled a reform agenda aimed at unlocking long-term growth and resilience, as outlined in the latest ...