Insights That Empower: Navigating Sri Lanka’s Economic Future
At DPR, we believe informed decisions drive impactful outcomes. Our Insights section offers valuable analysis, trends, and expert commentary to help investors, entrepreneurs, and business leaders navigate Sri Lanka’s evolving economic landscape.
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Sri Lanka Promotes Investment Opportunities at UK–SL Trade and Investment Forum Ahead of SL EXPO 2027
Sri Lanka has stepped up efforts to attract British investors and strengthen trade and investment relations with the United Kingdom at the UK–Sri Lanka Trade
Sri Lanka–Viet Nam Business Council Launched to Promote Trade and Investment
Sri Lanka–Viet Nam Business Council Launched to Promote Trade and Investment between Sri Lanka and Viet Nam by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce. The Council
Cabinet Approves Proposal to Amend Ayurveda Act No. 31 of 1961
Cabinet Approves Proposal to Amend Ayurveda Act No. 31 of 1961 The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to prepare a draft bill to
Cabinet Approves Draft Public-Private Partnership Enterprises Bill
The Cabinet of Ministers, at its meeting held on 19 October 2026, approved the proposal to publish the draft Public-Private Partnership Enterprises Bill in the
Sri Lanka Targets 5 Million Annual Tourist Arrivals by 2030
Sri Lanka Targets 5 Million Annual Tourist Arrivals by 2030, with a renewed focus on tourist safety, infrastructure development and the preservation of its natural
27th Annual General Meeting of the Sri Lanka–Italy Business Council
DPR participated in the 27th Annual General Meeting of the Sri Lanka–Italy Business Council, held on 16 October 2026 at Saffira, Amari Colombo. Held under
DPR in the Unveiling of Sri Lanka’s RMB Clearing Bank
DPR participated in the unveiling ceremony of Sri Lanka’s first Renminbi (RMB) Clearing Bank, hosted by the Bank of China Colombo Branch on 15 October
10th Annual General Meeting of the Sri Lanka–USA Business Council
DPR participated in the 10th Annual General Meeting of the Sri Lanka–USA Business Council of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, held on 14 October 2026
Sri Lanka Secures Over US$20 Million Investment in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Sri Lanka is set to strengthen its pharmaceutical manufacturing sector through a planned investment of over US$20 million in a new medicine manufacturing facility in
President Encourages Investment in Sri Lanka at Economic Summit 2026
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has encouraged local and international investors to invest in Sri Lanka with confidence, highlighting the Government’s commitment to transparency, investor protection,
DPR Signs MoU with GITA, India
DPR is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Global Investment and Trade Advisors (GITA), India, marking a step towards
Sri Lanka–Canada Business Council Meeting on Trade and Investment
DPR participated in the Meeting with the High Commissioner-Designate to Canada, Mr. Rohana Ambagolla, organized by the Sri Lanka–Canada Business Council of the Ceylon Chamber
Port City Colombo Strengthens Investment Engagement Across UAE, Oman and Qatar
Port City Colombo Strengthens Investment Engagement Across UAE, Oman and Qatar through a structured seven-day roadshow spanning Abu Dhabi, Muscat, and Doha, bringing together senior
DPR Engages with Taj Samudra on Future Collaboration
DPR were pleased to have the opportunity to meet with the Director of Taj Samudra for a discussion focused on exploring potential areas of collaboration
DPR Meets with SLAITO to Explore Collaboration Opportunities
DPR were pleased to have the opportunity to meet with representatives of the Sri Lanka Association of Inbound Tour Operators (SLAITO) for a valuable discussion
UAE Delegation Expresses Interest in Investing in Sri Lanka’s TVET Sector
A high-level delegation from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has expressed interest in supporting and investing in Sri Lanka’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training
Sri Lanka Named Among World’s 10 Fastest-Improving Tourism Economies
Sri Lanka has been ranked among the world’s 10 fastest-improving travel and tourism economies in the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Travel & Tourism Development Index
Port City Colombo Targets Gulf Investment Through UAE Partnership
Port City Colombo Targets Gulf Investment Through UAE Partnership as the Colombo Port City Economic Commission and CHEC Port City Colombo enter into an investment
Japan × Sri Lanka Business & Salon Franchise Conference
DPR participated in the Japan × Sri Lanka Business & Salon Franchise Conference held on Friday, 4 September 2026, in Colombo, bringing together Sri Lankan
Sri Lanka–Bangladesh Business Council AGM 2026
DPR participated in the 3rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Sri Lanka–Bangladesh Business Council (SBBC) of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, held on 4
SL Government Aims to Make Ratnapura a Global Gem and Jewellery Hub
The Sri Lankan Government aims to develop Ratnapura into a global hub for the gem and jewellery industry, Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Minister Sunil Handunnetti
Colombo Port Rises to 20th Among the World’s Busiest Container Ports
Colombo Port Rises to 20th Among the World’s Busiest Container Ports, following an 11.9% year-on-year increase in container handling during the first half of 2026.
Sri Lanka Will Become a Regional Economic Leader Over the Next 30 Years – British High Commissioner
Sri Lanka is well positioned for a bright economic future as the region is expected to become increasingly influential over the next 30 years, according
Sri Lanka Officially Launches Mannar Basin Petroleum Exploration Licensing for International Investors
Sri Lanka has officially launched the 2026 Sri Lanka Petroleum Exploration Licence Awarding Round, opening nearly 34,000 square kilometres of the Mannar Basin to international
DPR Participates in the 31st Annual General Meeting of the Sri Lanka–Benelux Business Council
DPR participated in the 31st Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Sri Lanka–Benelux Business Council, held on 20 August 2026 at the Ceylon Chamber of
Sri Lanka Strengthens Trade and Investment Links with Qatar and Lebanon
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has strengthened Sri Lanka’s international business network through the signing of Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with the Qatar Sri Lanka
Port City Colombo Welcomes Omani Delegation, Strengthening Oman–Sri Lanka Investment Ties
Port City Colombo welcomed a high-level delegation from the Sultanate of Oman earlier this month, marking another step in the growing investment and commercial engagement
Port City Colombo Hosts Investor Forum in Malé to Explore New Investment Opportunities
The Sri Lankan High Commission in the Maldives, in collaboration with CHEC Port City Colombo Ltd., hosted the Port City Colombo Investor Forum at Barceló
Sri Lanka to Invite International Bids for Mannar Basin Oil and Gas Exploration
Sri Lanka is set to invite bids from international companies later this month for upstream petroleum development, including the exploration and extraction of oil and
Ceylon Chamber & Maldives Business Chamber Sign MoU to Expand Business Opportunities
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and Maldives Business Chamber have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will create new opportunities for businesses in
Ceylon Chamber and SGCCI Renew MoU to Strengthen Sri Lanka–Gujarat Business Ties
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and the Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SGCCI), Surat, India, have renewed their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), reaffirming
Sri Lanka Investment & Business News Digest – August 2026 | DPR
Stay informed with the latest developments shaping Sri Lanka’s business and investment landscape. The Sri Lanka Investment & Business News Digest – August 2026 highlights
DPR Participates in Business Meeting with the Cochin Chamber of Commerce and Industry, India
DPR participated in the Business Meeting with the Cochin Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI), India, organized by The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce on 4
DPR Elected to the Executive Committee of the Sri Lanka–China Business Council (2026–2027)
DPR is proud to announce its election to the Executive Committee of the Sri Lanka–China Business Council for the 2026–2027 term, following the 25th Annual General
Networking Session with Indian Chamber of Commerce Delegation
DPR participated in the Networking Session with the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Delegation, held on 28 July 2026 at Hilton Colombo Residences. Organized by
Sri Lanka Ranked 4th Among the World’s Fastest-Improving Countries
Sri Lanka Ranked 4th Among the World’s Fastest-Improving Countries in the 2026 Institute of International Finance (IIF) Investor Relations and Debt Transparency Report, marking another
DPR Sponsors the 25th Anniversary Celebration of the Sri Lanka–China Business Council
DPR Sponsors 25th Anniversary Celebration of the Sri Lanka–China Business Council (SLCHBC), organized under the auspices of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and held at
India Amends Tax Treaty with SL: What Investors Need to Know
India has amended its Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) with Sri Lanka by introducing new anti-avoidance measures aimed at preventing treaty abuse and strengthening tax
Sri Lanka Investment & Business News Digest – July 2026 | DPR Investment Consultants
Stay informed with the latest developments shaping Sri Lanka’s business and investment landscape. The DPR Business News – July 2026 edition highlights key updates on
Sri Lanka Among the World’s Top 50 Culinary Destinations
Sri Lanka has been recognized among the World’s Top 50 Culinary Destinations for 2026 by Travel And Tour World (TTW), reinforcing the country’s growing reputation
Port City Colombo Secures US$300 Million FDI, Marking a Major Investment Milestone
Port City Colombo has secured a US$300 million foreign direct investment (FDI) commitment, highlighting growing international investor confidence in Sri Lanka’s evolving investment landscape. The
Sri Lanka Positions Itself as a Regional Hub for AI Infrastructure
Sri Lanka is taking strategic steps to position itself as a regional hub for artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure, aiming to attract investments in data centres,
Sri Lanka Ranked Among the World’s Top 50 Medical Tourism Destinations
Sri Lanka has earned international recognition by securing 49th place in the Top 50 Medical Tourism Destinations in the World 2026, according to the latest
New Leadership Appointed to the Board of Investment (BOI) – Sri Lanka
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed Duminda Hulangamuwa, Senior Economic Adviser to the President, as the new Chairman of the Board of Investment (BOI) of
Sri Lanka Ranked as the World’s Top Trending Wellness Travel Destination for 2026
Sri Lanka has been recognized as the World’s Top Trending Wellness Travel Destination for 2026, according to the State of Retreats 2026 Report by BookRetreats.com.
Belgium & Luxembourg Business Forum: DPR Investment Consultants Participates in B2B Networking Session
The Belgium & Luxembourg Business Forum and B2B Networking Session brought together business representatives from Sri Lanka, Belgium, and Luxembourg to explore opportunities for trade,
Nepal–Sri Lanka Trade and Investment Dialogue: FNCCI Delegation Explores Business Opportunities
DPR Investment Consultants was pleased to participate in the Nepal–Sri Lanka Trade and Investment Dialogue held at Courtyard by Marriott, Colombo, bringing together business leaders
DPR Investment Consultants participates in the Launch of the “SME Nexus” National SME Strategy Framework 2026
DPR proudly participated in the official launch of the “SME Nexus” National SME Strategy Framework 2026, held on 13th May 2026 under the patronage of
DPR Investment Consultants at “Doing Business with South Korea”
DPR Investment Consultants participated in the “Doing Business with South Korea” programme, organized by the Sri Lanka-Korea Business Council of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce.
DPR Investment Consultants at Sri Lanka–Malaysia Business Council Event | Colombo Networking & Investment Opportunities
DPR Investment Consultants participated in the Sri Lanka – Malaysia Business Council event held at Marine Bay, Colombo, featuring a business delegation from the Malaysian
DPR Investment Consultants Sponsors Diplomatic Networking Event to Promote Investment in Sri Lanka
DPR Investment Consultants proudly sponsored “An Evening with Diplomats,” a distinguished networking event organized by The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, held on 10th March at
DPR Investment at SLCBC Reception Honouring the Canadian High Commissioner
DPR Investment proudly participated in the Sri Lanka–Canada Business Council (SLCBC) Welcome Reception held on 29 January, supporting stronger bilateral trade ties. The event honoured
Investment Opportunity: Development of 61 Oil Tanks in Trincomalee, Sri Lanka
An iconic energy infrastructure opportunity in South Asia — Sri Lanka welcomes global investors to develop and operate 61 oil tanks in Trincomalee. Sri Lanka
Theme Park & Recreational Tourism Project – Nuwara Eliya (“Little England”)
A rare lakefront land parcel exceeding 10 acres in Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka’s iconic hill-country destination, is offered on a 50-year lease for the development
Frolic Island, Colombo’s Next Signature Leisure Destination
A rare 13.57-acre island site in Colombo is now offered on a long-term lease for the development of a world-class recreational hub. Positioned to become
Invest in the Tallest Mixed Development Project in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka invites international investors and developers to submit proposals for a landmark mixed-use development in the heart of Colombo 03, Sri Lanka. This iconic project is offered on a 99-year
Port City Colombo — Crowned Best Knowledge Zone in Asia-Pacific 2025
Port City Colombo — Crowned Best Knowledge Zone in Asia-Pacific 2025 by FDI Intelligence!A proud moment for Sri Lanka as our flagship smart city sets
Sri Lanka Introduces Landmark Incentive Package for Investors in Colombo Port City
Sri Lanka has taken a bold step toward becoming South Asia’s most dynamic investment hub with the introduction of a new incentive framework for the
DPR Meets President of All India Chamber of Commerce & Industries (AICCI) in Colombo
We were honored to join the B2B Event at the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka alongside the 30-member Indian Business Delegation from AICCI,India.
Sri Lanka Issues First Investor Residence Visa – Opening Doors for Global Investors
Sri Lanka marked a historic milestone by awarding its first long-term residence visa under the newly introduced Individual Investor Category. The visa was officially presented
Sri Lanka Invites Japanese Investors to Lead South Asia’s First Neutral AI Data Centre
Sri Lanka made a powerful pitch to Japanese investors to join hands in establishing South Asia’s first Neutral AI Data Centre — a pioneering initiative
DPR meets with Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Mumbai
DPR had the privilege of meeting with the Consul General and the Consul Minister (Commercial) at the Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Mumbai to
DPR Joins Hands with the Sri Lanka–China Business Council
We are proud to announce that DPR Investment Consultants has officially joined the Sri Lanka–China Business Council. This partnership marks a significant step in strengthening
DPR Engages in Business Dispute Resolution
In the course of doing business, disputes may arise among stakeholders. Rather than resorting to lengthy and costly litigation, alternative dispute resolution mechanisms such as
Meeting at the Consulate General Office in Dubai
A meeting was held at the Consulate General Office in Dubai to explore potential investment opportunities in Sri Lanka. DPR had the privilege of engaging
Director of Business France, South Asia Visits Sri Lanka
DPR had the opportunity to engage in a productive discussion with the Trade and Investment Commissioner and the Director of Business France, South Asia during
AGM of China–Sri Lanka Business Council
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the China–Sri Lanka Business Council was held at Colombo Port City. It was a pleasure to meet Mr. Geng
Sri Lanka – China Business Forum
DPR proudly participated in the Sria–China Business Forum held at Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo. The event brought together leading business leaders, government officials, and investors from
DPR Appoints Dr. Deepak Toshival as Investment Ambassador for Mumbai & Pune Districts, India
DPR is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Deepak Toshival as the Investment Ambassador for the Mumbai and Pune Districts of Maharashtra, India. This
DPR Engages in Strategic Business Dialogue with Yunnan Provincial Delegation from China
DPR had the pleasure of meeting a distinguished delegation from the People’s Republic of China, representing the Yunnan Provincial Federation of Industry and Commerce and
DPR Partners with Colombo Port City to Drive Investment & Growth
We’re proud to announce our new partnership with Port City Colombo! The agreement was officially handed over by Mr. Samuel Shi Mingguang施明光, Director – Industry
Investment in Gambling in Sri Lanka
Gambling Regulatory Authority Act No. 17 of 2025 – Investor Brief Sri Lanka has enacted the Gambling Regulatory Authority Act No. 17 of 2025, creating a
Sri Lanka Expo 2026 Returns as a National Festival for Trade and Investment
Sri Lanka Expo—the nation’s premier international trade exhibition—is set to make a dynamic comeback in 2026. Organized by the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB),
Sri Lanka Gears Up for 2026 Budget with Focus on Production Economy and Inclusive Development
Sri Lanka is preparing its National Budget for 2026 under the visionary policy framework “Rich Country – Beautiful Country”, aligning with the National Policy Framework
Sri Lanka and Austria to Sign Double Taxation Agreement
Sri Lanka and Austria are advancing toward the signing of a landmark Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) aimed at eliminating the double taxation of income
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