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Mr. Jaliya Wickramasuriya, Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to the US since 2008
Universal News profiles Mr. Jaliya Wickramasuriya, Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to the US since 2008.
The country's future lies in its role as a major hub for the whole of South Asia
Finance
$4,000 per capita income target for 2016
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NSB is a key agent in raising domestic savings to 25% of GDP
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By an act of parliament, NSB is the only financial institution operating in Sri Lanka that can give a 100% guarantee and protection to savings and interest. Its Chairman, Mr Pradeep Kariyawasam, discusses his bank’s central role in the country’s development
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Secretary of the Treasury Dr. P.B. Jayasundera is proud of his country's 2012 budget, which indicates strong growth.
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People's Bank and Seylan Bank lead in the financial sector
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A few years ago, Seylan Bank was close to collapse. Mr. Eastman Narangoda, Chairman of Seylan Bank, discusses the bank’s extraordinary recovery
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People´s Bank has over 700 branches and more than 13 million customers – more than 50% of the total population. Mr Vasantha Kumar, CEO of People’s Bank, reveals the secrets of its success
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Strong corporate governance and unique technical expertise have made Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation a trusted partner in Sri Lankan's lives
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Infrastructure
Sri Lanka Ports Authority is leading the charge to develop the island's ports and related facilities
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Dr. Priyath B. Wickrama, Chairman of Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA), discusses his organisation’s role in making Sri Lanka a maritime hub for the South Asia region
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Plans to expand Sri Lanka's airports will boost business, infrastructure and tourism
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Mr. Prasanna J. Wickramasuriya, Chairman of Airports and Aviation Services, discusses plans for Sri Lanka to take advantage of its strategic location, and become an air transport and logistics hub for the entire South Asia region
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Industry and Trade
Expo 2012 will showcase Sri Lankan products to global investors
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Mr. Janaka Ratnayake, Chairman and Chief Executive of the Export Development Board, believes his country’s exports will exceed expectations – in terms of both quantity and quality
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With a 135-year history, Browns Group is a domestic leader in several key industries.
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With a 135 year history, interests in agriculture, fisheries, construction, plantations, leisure or power generation, and associations with many global brands, Browns Group is very much part of Sri Lanka’s economic revival. Here, Mr Murali Prakash, CEO of Browns Group, discusses his company’s role
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Colombo Dockyard PLC
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Mr. Mangala Yapa, CEO of Colombo Dockyards, believes developing Sri Lanka’s maritime reputation can contribute to the country’s development
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Hambantota
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Tourism & Culture
Hambantota 2018 Commonwealth Games bid | Commonwealth Games 2018 Candidate City
A world-class sporting event held on an island paradise: a winning combination?
The tiny island paradise is peaceful once again, and thriving…
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A booming industry as peace returns to paradise
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