The High Commission of Sri Lanka in the United Kingdom in collaboration with the Association of Professional Sri Lankans in the UK (APSL) took part in the Bedford River Festival  from 20-21 July 2024 by hosting a Sri Lanka Stand featuring Ceylon tea and handcrafts. This is the second time that the High Commission participated in the Bedford River Festival, which is held biannually and attracts over 250,000 visitors.

The Export Development Board (EDB) stated that as per the provisional data released by the Sri Lanka Customs, the merchandise export performance in June 2024 amounted to US$ 1,031.2 million, recorded an increase of 2.58 % compared to the month of June 2023.

Average rates of the following currencies quoted by licensed banks in Colombo for Telegraphic Transfers (TT) - 2024.07.24

The Embassy of Japan in Sri Lanka announces the forthcoming donation of nine Refrigerated Trucks to the Ministry of Health through UNICEF. This significant contribution, symbolizing Japan's unwavering commitment to supporting public health initiatives in Sri Lanka, aims to bolster immunization services and healthcare infrastructure.