Veterinarians play an essential role in Sri Lanka’s agricultural and healthcare systems, contributing not only to the welfare of animals but also to public health and food security. As the world prepares to celebrate World Veterinary Day on April 26, 2025, under the theme "Animal Health Takes a Team," it is an opportune moment to recognize the collaborative efforts of veterinary professionals in Sri Lanka and their critical contributions to animal health, public health, animal welfare and food security.

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) successfully organized a country pavilion at BioFach 2025, the world’s largest annual organic trade fair, recently in Nuremberg, Germany.

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) successfully organized an awareness seminar on the New Exporter Development Programme today (18) at the Techno Park of Eastern University, Sri Lanka, in Batticaloa. This event marked a significant milestone in the EDB’s efforts to enhance the export potential of entrepreneurs in the Eastern Province.

In a landmark collaboration, the Ministry of Science and Technology has partnered with the Zero Plastic Movement, Sri Lanka’s largest environmental initiative, to combat the growing crisis of plastic pollution. This joint effort marks a significant step toward finding innovative solutions to one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time.

Under the provisions of the Right to Information Act No 12 of 2016, the Constitutional Council calls for nominations from organizations of publishers, editors and media persons, to be recommended for appointment as a member of the Right to Information Commission to fill the vacancy that has arisen in respect of a member to be nominated by the organizations of publishers, editors and media persons, as stipulated in the relevant Law.

A rare alignment of six planets—Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, and Uranus—take place in these days , offering a spectacular sight for astronomy enthusiasts and stargazers alike. Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars — are bright enough to see with the naked eye. Uranus and Neptune are visible with a telescope.

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) and the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX) of India, recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate and explore the development of derivatives and commodity products in Sri Lanka.

The Sri Lanka Economic Summit organized by The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce will host a session focused on "Maximising Tourism Potential,", exploring strategies to position Sri Lanka as a leading global destination, on 29 January at the Shangri La Hotel, Colombo.

The 26th Presidential Export Awards Ceremony, organized by the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), will take place on Friday, February 7, 2025, at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) under the patronage of His Excellency Anura Kumara Dissanayake, President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka.

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB), in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Embassy in Thailand, the Sri Lanka Automobile Component Manufacturers Association (SLACMA), and the Thai-Sri Lanka Chamber of Commerce, organized an exposure and study tour to Thailand for Sri Lankan automotive exporters and manufacturers.

Ambassador of Sri Lanka and Permanent Representative to UNESCAP, Wijayanthi Edirisinghe held a meeting with the Secretary General of the National Economic and Social Development Council of Thailand, Danucha Pichayanan recently. The NESDC, as the primary planning and advisory body of the Thai Government, plays a pivotal role in shaping Thailand’s economic and social policies through its five-year National Economic and Social Development Plans. The current plan (2023-2027) emphasizes sustainable development, poverty reduction, income distribution, and strategic economic growth.