I had the privilege of interviewing Sri Lankan-born UN Assistant Secretary General and UNDP Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific @kanniwignaraja during her two-day mission to #SriLanka
Palki Sharma makes strong case for South Asian journalism prowess at inaugural Sri Lanka Media Fest
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Colombo Stock Exchange’s value soars over Rs.600 billion post-#AKD victory
🟢 #SriLanka stock market's
capitalisation now at Rs.4.67 trillion as against Rs.4 trillion before 21 Sept Presidential poll
🟢 Post-election ASPI up 16.7% & S&P SL20 up by 25%
-DFT
Immigration Chief says single-chop visa move delayed till 8 Oct
Industry warns foreign missions are concerned about situation at BIA. If travel advisories are issued, it can result in 60% cancellation of winter bookings
Calls on President to use Exec powers to resolve issue
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#SriLanka’s tourism industry is facing severe setbacks due to prolonged delays & inefficiencies at the main airport
Daily arrivals in Aug drop from 6,000 to 2,000
Industry suggests country may have lost around 40,000 potential visitors & about $120Mn earnings in Aug alone
-DFT