India–Sri Lanka Dual Listing: A Human Story of Economic Reconnection
When news broke that India–Sri Lanka Dual Listing: A Human Story of Economic Reconnection are exploring a dual listing framework between India’s NSE International Exchange (NSE IX) and Sri Lanka’s Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), it wasn’t just a technical announcement—it signalled hope. It spoke to dreams of deeper economic unity, everyday investment opportunities for Sri Lankans, […]
The Untapped Potential of Sri Lanka’s Micro Tourism Industry
Meta Description: Micro tourism could be Sri Lanka’s next big thing. This article explores how small-scale, community-led travel experiences can unlock rural potential, empower locals, and shape the future of sustainable tourism. Rethinking Tourism, One Village at a Time When we talk about tourism in Sri Lanka, we usually think about the usual suspects—Ella, Galle, […]
Ray Dalio’s Bold AI Prediction for 2025: What Middle-Income Countries Like Sri Lanka Can Learn
By Ceylon Public Affairs | June 3, 2025 The global economic landscape is shifting at an unprecedented pace, and Ray Dalio, the billionaire founder of Bridgewater Associates, has just made his boldest prediction yet: Artificial Intelligence (AI) will redefine the world in 2025, bringing changes so profound that the next five years will feel like […]
The Impact of Urbanisation on the Dengue and Chikungunya Epidemics in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is currently grappling with a dual health crisis: the resurgence of chikungunya after 16 years and a persistent dengue epidemic(Urbanisation). Both diseases, transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, have reached epidemic levels in 2025, particularly affecting urban and suburban regions like Colombo, Gampaha, and Kandy . This blog post explores how rapid urbanisation has influenced […]
Sri Lanka’s Export Resurgence: A Strategic Path to Economic Recovery in 2025
Sri Lanka is entering a new era of economic recovery, with its export sector emerging as a key engine of growth and resilience(Sri Lanka’s Export Resurgence: A Strategic Path to Economic Recovery in 2025). Amid global and domestic economic challenges, the island nation has made notable progress in expanding its export footprint, diversifying its product […]
The Alarming Truth About COVID-19 Vaccine Risks: A Sri Lankan Perspective on Global Findings
In the wake of a global health crisis that reshaped societies, economies, and healthcare systems, the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines was hailed as a monumental achievement(COVID-19 Vaccine Risks). For Sri Lanka, a nation grappling with the pandemic’s devastating effects, vaccines offered a glimmer of hope. However, a recent Korean government study shared by Dr. Peter […]
Unleashing Sri Lanka’s Entrepreneurial Potential: The Role of Startups in Shaping Ceylon’s Economic Future
Sri Lanka, historically known as Ceylon, is at a turning point in its economic journey. After navigating a severe economic crisis in 2022, marked by inflation, currency depreciation, and shortages, the nation is now poised for recovery and growth. Central to this transformation is the rise of startups and entrepreneurship, which are redefining Sri Lanka’s […]
Can Foreign Investment in Sri Lanka Be Made Better?
Foreign direct investment (FDI) has long been viewed as a catalyst for economic development in emerging markets. For Sri Lanka, an island nation with immense potential and strategic geographic positioning, attracting sustainable foreign investment should be a golden opportunity. But the real question is: Can we make foreign investment in Sri Lanka better? The answer […]
Sri Lanka’s Salt Industry: A Forgotten Goldmine of the Coast
Introduction: More Than Just a Grain of Salt Along the quiet coastal lines of Puttalam, Hambantota, and Mannar, a timeless process unfolds under the sun. Glimmering salt pans stretch toward the horizon—shallow pools slowly giving birth to one of nature’s most essential minerals. Salt. Though often taken for granted, Sri Lanka’s salt industry carries deep […]
Sri Lanka’s Booming Logistics Sector: The Silent Giant of Post-Crisis Recovery
Introduction: A Quiet Revolution in Motion While many sectors in Sri Lanka are still recovering from the 2022-2023 economic crisis, one industry has been quietly gaining momentum: logistics (Logistics Sector). The island’s strategic location, rising eCommerce activity, and renewed foreign investment interest have turned logistics into one of the most promising business opportunities in 2025. […]
