The Cost of Care: How Sri Lanka’s Ageing Population is Quietly Reshaping the Economy
Introduction Sri Lanka is on the cusp of a demographic transformation. With one of the fastest-ageing populations in South Asia, the nation faces a future where one in four citizens will be over 60 by 2040. While this trend reflects improved life expectancy and healthcare, it also brings a looming socio-economic challenge: the rising cost […]
Sri Lankan Passport Soars: A Leap to 91st in the Global Ranking
In a welcome turn of events, Sri Lanka’s passport has made significant gains in the 2025 Henley Passport Index, vaulting five places to land in 91st position globally. This upward move signals increased international mobility for Sri Lankans and reflects growing confidence in our nation. Let’s explore what this means for travel, business, and Sri […]
A Nation at a Crossroads 2025 – Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is in the midst of a fragile economic recovery. While headlines focus on debt restructuring and IMF negotiations, a quieter crisis continues to erode the nation’s potential—the mass migration of skilled professionals. From doctors and engineers to university graduates and IT talent, thousands are leaving in search of stability, opportunity, and a future […]
Sri Lanka Moves to Reassure Public on Data Privacy in India-Funded e-NIC Project- 2025
Sri Lanka’s government is seeking to calm public anxiety over its planned electronic National Identity Card (e-NIC) system, which is being funded by a grant from India. Amid a heated debate over data privacy and national sovereignty, authorities insist that robust legal and technical safeguards will ensure sensitive personal data remains under Sri Lankan control. […]
Aswesuma Expansion in Sri Lanka: Strengthening the Social Safety Net in 2025
Sri Lanka is set to expand its flagship Aswesuma welfare benefit programme in July 2025, adding 400,000 new families to its rolls. This expansion is more than a budget line item—it reflects the country’s evolving approach to poverty reduction, economic resilience, and social equity at a time of deep economic stress. Here’s a detailed look […]
Inland Revenue and Tax Collection Going Digital in Sri Lanka: Promise, Progress, and Pitfalls
Sri Lanka’s government has long recognised that its tax system needs modernisation. Against the backdrop of fiscal crises, IMF-supported reform programmes, and an urgent need to increase revenue, digitalising tax collection has become a national priority. This article explores the country’s push to take the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) digital: what’s been done, what it […]
Unemployment in Sri Lanka: A Closer Look at 2025
Unemployment is more than a statistic. It’s a deeply personal struggle for families, a challenge for policymakers, and a signal of broader economic health. As Sri Lanka works to recover from crisis, understanding its unemployment problem is critical. Current Unemployment Levels As of early 2025, the Department of Census and Statistics estimates Sri Lanka’s national […]
Introducing a Game-Changer for Sri Lankan Tourism: The New Tourism Act
Sri Lanka stands on the cusp of a transformative leap in tourism. On June 28, 2025, the Cabinet approved a proposal to replace the existing Tourism Act No. 38 of 2005 with a far more responsive, modern, and growth‑oriented legal framework.(Sri Lankan Tourism) With this progressive overhaul, Sri Lanka can unlock untapped potential—and here’s how this […]
Sri Lanka’s Planned Electricity Bill Faces Pushback from Aid Agencies
Sri Lanka’s government is pushing forward with a new Electricity Bill designed to overhaul the country’s power sector. Officials argue the bill is essential to modernize outdated laws, improve efficiency, and attract private investment in renewable energy. But major aid agencies, civil society groups, and even some trade unions have voiced strong opposition. They warn […]
Sri Lanka’s Green Energy Moment: Why Now Is the Time to Embrace Renewable Power
Introduction Sri Lanka is at a crossroads. While grappling with economic recovery, climate risks, and energy insecurity, the nation faces an urgent question — how can we build a resilient future without repeating the mistakes of the past? The answer may lie in something as natural as the sun, wind, and water: renewable energy.(Renewable Power) […]
