Local News
People’s Bank Spearheads Digital Payment Revolution to Advance Cash-Lite Economy.
May 10, 2026 at 12:01 AM
People’s Bank is actively supporting Sri Lanka's transition to a cash-lite economy through the National QR Payment Adoption Programme, leveraging the 'People’s Pay' digital wallet to provide secure, fee-free transactions.
Middle East
Yemen Faces Severe Cash Crisis Despite Currency Stabilization Efforts.
April 19, 2026 at 6:18 AM
While the Yemeni government's interventions have successfully slowed the riyal's devaluation, they have triggered a liquidity crunch, leaving citizens unable to convert foreign currency or access cash, effectively stalling local businesses.





