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Sri Lanka Expands Visa-Free Travel to 40 Countries (Including India)

In a landmark decision, Sri Lanka has announced the extension of its visa-free entry program to 40 countries, including major tourism markets such as India, China, Russia, and several EU nations. This move aims to make travel to the island more accessible and to boost arrivals as the country strengthens its post-crisis recovery. A Policy […]

September 24, 2025

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Sinopec’s $3.7 Billion Refinery Project: A Game-Changer for Sri Lanka’s Energy Sector

Colombo, Sri Lanka – September 2025 Sri Lanka is on the brink of a transformative leap in its energy sector, with Chinese energy giant Sinopec preparing to begin construction on a USD 3.7 billion oil refinery project later this year. Alongside this, the government has also confirmed plans for a USD 3 billion expansion of […]

September 23, 2025

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Port City Incentive Overhaul: A Policy Shift with Big Impacts

olombo, Sri Lanka — September 20, 2025 The government has issued new regulations overhauling the incentive framework for businesses in the Colombo Port City Special Economic Zone (SEZ). The changes, gazetted on 20 September 2025, mark a shift from generous long-term tax holidays to a more moderate and tiered system. Sri Lanka News What’s Changed […]

September 23, 2025

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