Public-Private Partnerships: Catalyzing Sri Lanka’s National Growth and Export Industries in 2026
As Sri Lanka advances its economic goals in 2026, public-private partnerships (PPPs) offer a collaborative approach to enhance industries, boost exports, and create widespread opportunities. For ordinary citizens, small exporters navigating global markets, workers seeking stable roles, or families benefiting from economic activity PPPs represent a practical way to combine state oversight with private innovation. […]
Silver Prices Soar to Record Highs in Early 2026: Implications for Daily Life and Economy in Sri Lanka
In January 2026, silver prices have made global headlines by surging above $87 per ounce for the first time ever, marking a remarkable +210% increase over the past 13 months. This rapid rise, highlighted in financial commentary and AI analyses, reflects strong underlying drivers in the global market. For ordinary Sri Lankans families planning weddings, […]
Deepfakes Crisis on X: UK Threatens Ban Amid Global Outcry Over AI-Generated Misuse in 2026
In January 2026, deepfake technology has sparked international outrage, with the UK government openly considering a ban on the X platform (formerly Twitter) due to its AI tool Grok enabling widespread creation of non-consensual explicit images. This controversy, involving deepfakes of women, celebrities, and disturbingly children, has led to threats of blocking access in the […]
Electricity Tariff Revision Proposal for Q1 2026: Potential Effects on Household Finances and Energy Use in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka’s electricity sector enters 2026 with a proposed tariff adjustment from the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB), submitted to the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) on December 24, 2025. The proposal outlines an overall 11.57% increase to address a projected revenue deficit of Rs. 13,094 million for January to March 2026. Based on […]
Sri Lankan Rupee Holds at Around 309-310 per USD in Early 2026: Persistent Challenges for Everyday Costs and Food Affordability
As 2026 begins, the Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) has maintained relative stability against the US Dollar (USD), trading in a narrow range around 309.5-309.7 LKR per USD in the first three days of January. Data aligned with Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) indicative rates show the spot rate hovering near 309.6 on January 1, […]
Sri Lanka’s Economic Crossroads: Resetting the Trajectory
After one of the deepest economic crises in its post-independence history, Sri Lanka is now entering a fragile phase of recovery. Inflation has cooled, foreign reserves have stabilised, and GDP growth has returned to positive territory. But beneath the surface, structural vulnerabilities remain. The question is no longer whether the country has survived the worst […]
CEB Restructuring: A Turning Point for Sri Lanka’s Power Sector
Sri Lanka has embarked on a significant reform journey to restructure the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB). The intention is clear: to transform electricity generation, transmission, and distribution into a system that is efficient, financially sustainable, and capable of supporting the country’s renewable energy ambitions. What is Being Proposed Unbundling of functionsThe CEB will be divided […]
Sri Lanka Bolsters Anti-Corruption Arsenal with World Bank Backing
World Bank is backing Sri Lanka’s Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC). Sri Lanka has taken a decisive step forward in combating corruption. Justice Neil Iddawala, Chairman of CIABOC, held high-level talks with World Bank representatives at the UN Secretariat in Vienna. The meeting occurred during the Second Resumed Sixteenth Session of the […]
Sri Lanka’s Public Transport Upgrade: Long Overdue, Still Possible
The Daily Struggle of Sri Lanka’s Public Transport Sri Lanka’s Public Transport | For millions of Sri Lankans, buses and trains are not a choice—they are the only way to get to work, school, or home. Yet anyone who has squeezed into a packed bus or waited endlessly for a delayed train knows how broken […]
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 […]