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Economy
Sri Lanka’s Vehicle Import Surge: Central Bank Highlights Potential $2.4 Billion Annual Expenditure.
May 19, 2026 at 4:22 AM
Central Bank Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe has warned that Sri Lanka's vehicle import costs could hit $2.4 billion by the end of 2026, driven by a $600 million expenditure in the first quarter alone.
Local News
Palm Oil Industry Advocates for Policy Reform to Bolster Sri Lanka's Economy.
May 1, 2026 at 8:16 AM
The Palm Oil Industry Association (POIA) argues that local palm oil production is critical for reducing import dependency and saving foreign exchange, proposing a regulated expansion of cultivation to support national economic recovery.
Economy
Escalating Geopolitical Tensions Drive Sri Lanka's Oil Import Costs to Record Highs.
April 16, 2026 at 4:54 AM
HSBC CEO Georges Elhedery reveals that global energy market disruptions have forced nations like Sri Lanka to pay as much as $286 per barrel for oil, far exceeding international benchmark prices.










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