Sri Lanka Secures Fuel Stocks Through August Amid Strategic Energy Planning.
The Prime Minister’s Office confirms Sri Lanka has sufficient fuel reserves until August 2026, with proactive procurement underway for the remainder of the year. Authorities are also evaluating a shift to a QR code-based fuel distribution system and implementing nationwide energy conservation measures.
Rising Fuel Costs Deepen Economic Divide in the United States.
Recent data from the New York Federal Reserve highlights a K-shaped economic divide, where soaring gas prices disproportionately force lower-income households to reduce fuel consumption while higher earners maintain their habits.
Government Announces New Fuel Subsidy Program for Fishing Sector.
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a new fuel subsidy scheme for the Sri Lankan fishing industry, set to launch on April 20, 2026, to alleviate operational costs for small and multi-day vessel operators.
Sri Lanka Implements Austerity Measures to Combat Energy Crisis.
To address the ongoing energy crisis, the Sri Lankan government has introduced several measures, including voluntary fuel quota cuts for officials, state-sector energy saving directives, and electricity tariff adjustments.















