Washington Signals Hardline Stance on Hormuz Access Amid Delicate Iran Negotiations.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has issued a stern warning that the Strait of Hormuz must remain accessible to international shipping, describing current restrictions as illegal. This comes as the U.S. conducted 'defensive strikes' on Iranian targets despite an ongoing ceasefire and active diplomatic talks in Qatar.
US Trade Policy Shifts: New Tariff Investigations Target Global Imports.
Following a Supreme Court ruling declaring previous duties illegal, the US administration is launching new hearings to reassess tariff strategies on global imports amid concerns over labor practices and manufacturing capacity.
Strict Regulatory Action Taken Against Hundreds of Traders Over Food Safety Violations.
Public Health Inspectors have launched widespread inspections, resulting in legal action against over 400 traders for selling unhygienic and expired food items during the festive period.
Procurement Failures Exposed: Lanka Coal Company Under Scrutiny for Unverified Coal Imports.
A recent COPE investigation has revealed that coal shipments imported by Trident Company for the Lakvijaya Power Plant were tested in unaccredited laboratories, leading to serious concerns regarding procurement transparency and supply chain management.













