August 27, 2024
Devika
Saudi Arabia was ranked as the 3rd potential market for Sri Lankan tourism in June 2024 and the 23rd source market for tourists visiting Sri Lanka during the same period, according to the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA).
Weather Forecast
August 01, 2024Showers will occur at times in Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Galle, Matara, Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts. Fairly heavy showers above 50 mm are likely at some places.
National Industrial Policy and 2023-2027 Strategic Plan Prepared to Build a Globally Competitive Industrial Base
July 31, 2024- Target Set to Increase Manufacturing Sector’s Contribution to 20% of GDP by 2030.
- Entrepreneurship’s Contribution to Workforce Aimed to Reach 7%.
- Objective to Boost Industrial Exports’ Share to 20% of GDP.
- 3,925 Manufacturing Industries Registered by June 2024.
- Rock Phosphate Sales Generate Rs.1,080 Million in 2023-2024.
- Gem, Jewellery, and Diamond Exports Projected to Yield USD 478 Million in 2023, with USD 194 Million by June 2024 – Secretary to the Ministry of Industries, Shantha Weerasinghe.
Nation’s Recovery from Collapse in Two Years is a Miracle – State Minister Dilum Amunugama
July 31, 2024State Minister for Investment Promotion Dilum Amunugama, highlighted the remarkable stabilization of the country following a severe economic collapse within just two years.
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