Colombo, October 2025 —The World Bank’s latest Sri Lanka Development Update projects economic growth of 4.6% for 2025, but warns that the recovery remains uneven and vulnerable to external shocks. The report, titled “Resilience in Transition,” highlights that while inflation has moderated and reserves have improved, household income levels have not returned to pre-crisis conditions. […]
Colombo, October 2025 —Sri Lanka’s tourism industry continues to surge, surpassing 1.75 million arrivals year-to-date, signaling a strong revival after years of disruption. October began with more than 34,000 arrivals in the first week alone, driven largely by markets such as India, China, Russia, and the Middle East. Tourism earnings have exceeded US$2.3 billion in […]
Sri Lanka’s tourism industry continued its strong rebound in 2024, generating impressive foreign ticket revenues across its most popular destinations. According to the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) 2025 Year in Review, the country’s cultural icons and wildlife parks remained the top revenue earners, reflecting the island’s rich mix of heritage, adventure, and nature-based […]
