Freedom of Information in Practice: Is Sri Lanka’s Right to Information Delivering on its Promise?
Freedom of Information in Practice | When Sri Lanka passed the Right to Information Act, No. 12 of 2016 (RTI Act), it was hailed as a landmark reform. At the time, Sri Lanka became one of the first countries in South Asia to embed the right of citizens to demand information from public authorities. The […]
AI and Policy: Sri Lanka at the Crossroads of Innovation
AI and Policy in Sri Lanka | AI or Artificial Intelligence, has become the buzzword of the decade. From voice assistants on smartphones to complex algorithms that power global financial markets, AI is shaping the way the world works. For Sri Lanka, a nation balancing economic recovery with ambitions of becoming a modern hub in […]
Still Searching for Greener Pastures: Why Sri Lankans Are Continuing to Leave Home
Even as Sri Lanka begins to recover from its worst economic crisis in decades, thousands of Sri Lankans continue to seek opportunities abroad. What’s fueling this persistent wave of migration, and what does it mean for the country’s future? A Nation in Motion In the aftermath of the 2022 economic crisis, the sight of long […]
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 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 […]
Sri Lanka’s Emerging Energy Hub: Talks with India & UAE
Below is a fully developed, human-written, ~1000-word blog post in UK English with SEO structure (title, meta description, headings, subheadings, keywords, internal/external linking suggestions), plus social media captions at the end. Introduction Sri Lanka is embarking on an ambitious plan to transform Trincomalee into a major energy hub, holding high-level discussions with India and the […]
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 […]
