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 […]
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 […]
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 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. […]
Sri Lanka’s financial sector is confronting a formidable challenge
Climate change.A recent report highlights that the sector faces over US$10 billion in climate-related financial risks, underscoring the urgent need for comprehensive strategies to mitigate these impacts (formidable challenge). The Financial Sector’s Climate Exposure Sri Lanka’s economy is deeply intertwined with climate-sensitive sectors such as agriculture, tourism, and fisheries. The increasing frequency of extreme weather […]
India-Pakistan Tensions Reignite: What It Means for Sri Lanka and South Asia
Tensions between India and Pakistan have flared up once again following a deadly attack in Pahalgam, Indian-administered Kashmir, in April 2025. As the dust settles, the implications go far beyond the Line of Control. For smaller South Asian nations like Sri Lanka, the effects of this geopolitical fallout could ripple through trade, tourism, regional cooperation, […]
The Socio-Economic Fallout of the Sri Lanka–India Relationship: A Delicate Balancing Act
The long-standing relationship between Sri Lanka and India has always oscillated between strategic cooperation and subtle tension. While both nations share deep historical, cultural, and religious ties, the socio-economic impact of this bilateral relationship has been complex—particularly for Sri Lanka. In recent years, geopolitical shifts, trade dynamics, and economic dependencies have reshaped how this relationship […]
Sri Lanka’s Apparel Industry Calls for Urgent Policy Reforms Ahead of Stricter EU GSP+ Review
As Sri Lanka navigates a challenging global trade environment, the apparel industry is intensifying efforts to retain preferential access to the European Union (EU) market under the Generalised Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+). Although Sri Lanka remains eligible for GSP+ benefits until 2027, the upcoming review cycle is anticipated to be more rigorous, with the […]
Sri Lanka’s Economic Outlook in 2025: Navigating Recovery Amid Global Headwinds
As Sri Lanka steps into 2025, the country stands at a critical turning point—emerging from a period of deep economic distress while facing new global and domestic challenges. The economic outlook for Sri Lanka in 2025 is a blend of cautious optimism, fiscal discipline, and structural reform, with growth prospects tempered by both internal vulnerabilities […]
A Timely Relief: The US Tariff Suspension and Its Ripple Effect on Sri Lanka’s Markets
On April 10, 2025, Sri Lanka’s capital markets saw a powerful rally, thanks to a positive shift in global trade policy(US Tariff). The United States announced a 90-day suspension of its newly imposed reciprocal tariffs, a move that immediately reverberated across emerging markets—including Sri Lanka. For the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE), the news was a […]
