Sri Lanka: The Gem Island of the Indian Ocean
Sri Lanka has earned its nickname as the Gem Island of the Indian Ocean through centuries of unearthing breathtaking treasures from our soil. From the...
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Dilini Fernando
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Dilini covers business, trade, and economic topics for Lanka Websites. She writes about imports and exports, small business development, finance, and the Sri Lankan economy.
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I write to help Sri Lankan businesses and entrepreneurs understand the economic landscape.
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Sri Lanka Petroleum Imports vs Exports: 2025 Trends and Energy Security
Sri Lanka's fuel pumps and power plants keep our island running, but did you know we're still heavily reliant on petroleum imports while slowly buildi...
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Vehicle Imports to Sri Lanka: Duties, Restrictions, and Best Models 2026
Planning to import cars to Sri Lanka in 2026? With vehicle prices rising due to new taxes and duties, understanding the rules can save you lakhs of ru...
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The Impact of Plantation Economy on Society
Imagine waking up in the misty hills of the Central Highlands, where the scent of fresh tea leaves fills the air, yet families in line houses struggle...
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Ceylon Cinnamon: True Cinnamon from Sri Lanka
Imagine walking through the misty hills of Matale or Kandy, where the air carries a sweet, spicy aroma that's been part of our island's heritage for c...
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Top 15 Export Markets for Sri Lanka 2025: India Surpasses UK – Full List
Sri Lanka's export sector hit a record US$17.2 billion in 2025, powering our economy forward with apparel, tea, and services leading the charge.India...
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Sri Lanka-India Trade 2025: 17% Export Growth to Second-Largest Market
Imagine boarding a ship at Colombo Port loaded with Ceylon tea, apparel, and rubber heading straight to Chennai—our exports to India just surged 17% i...
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Sri Lanka Imports Growth 12% YoY Dec 2025: What It Means for Businesses
Sri Lanka's imports surged to 2,155.20 USD million in December 2025, marking a significant increase from November's 1,778 USD million[1]. This growth...
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Importing Foodstuffs to Sri Lanka: Regulations, Tariffs, and Supplier Guide
Ever wondered why your favourite imported snacks sometimes vanish from Colombo supermarket shelves or why that bulk shipment of rice from India got he...
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How to Export Textiles from Sri Lanka: Apparel RMG Guide for Beginners 2026
Sri Lanka's apparel sector powers our economy, contributing over 60% of merchandise exports and supporting more than a million jobs across the island....
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How to Reduce Import Duties in Sri Lanka: BoI Incentives and Tips 2026
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FTA Exports to India & Pakistan: Sri Lanka's 7.8% Share in December 2025
Sri Lanka's exports under our Free Trade Agreements with India and Pakistan hit a solid 7.8% share of total exports in December 2025, powering regiona...
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