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Why some China schools require pupils to return empty milk boxes for their welfareA request by primary schools in China that pupils hand back their empty milk cartons has led to the creation of a thriving second-hand market in the containers.
Hotel and retail industry leaders say authorities should explore more cultural tie-ups to promote the Hong Kong brand, heritage
Guangdong province, an industrial behemoth hit by property and global headwinds, shifts focus in a strategic pivot amid national reforms
Gold prices in the world market surged beyond $5,000 per ounce for the first time by Sunday (25).
India plans to slash tariffs on cars imported from the European Union to 40 percent from as high as 110 percent, sources said, in the biggest opening yet of the country’s vast market as the two sides close in on a free trade pact that could come as early as Tuesday.
Sampath Bank PLC recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Prime Lands (Pvt) Ltd and Prime Lands Residencies PLC at the Sampath Bank Head Office, introducing an exclusive financing solution to make property ownership more accessible for Sri Lankan homebuyers.
Bajaj has been conferred the Superbrands Sri Lanka Status for 2025, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s journey in the Sri Lankan market.
Commercial Bank of Ceylon has advanced its ‘ForwardTogether’ sustainability journey by hosting ‘ForwardTogether 2026: Partnering for a Sustainable Corporate Future’, a focused engagement designed to translate sustainability dialogue into practical action with customers.
People’s Bank has once again made arrangements to present a special commemorative gift to children on their first day of school. Accordingly, this special gift is presented upon opening a People’s Bank Sisu Udana Account, with the objective of inculcating the habit of saving from an early age while extending warm wi…
Chinese Ambassador to Sri Lanka Qi Zhenhong said that China will provide full support to Sri Lanka in rebuilding its economy and infrastructure, following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah.
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The vast waterway in China’s southern Guangxi region is set to open before the end of 2026, according to state media reports
Ministry of Commerce unveils new resource to help companies navigate the dos and don’ts of complex international markets, and policies will be rolled out appropriately
Bankers from HSBC, Hang Seng Bank and ICBC Asia tout technology innovation to ease pain points for trade-finance clients
The Chinese leader says emerging technologies bring huge opportunities, while warning officials against blind investment
New president says private capital and international cooperation essential to funding infrastructure projects across continent
Shanghai-listed firm is selling 40.9 million shares for HK$248 each, which would give it a market cap of about US$21 billion
PBOC to increase yuan facility to US$28.68 billion and issue more sovereign yuan bonds to enhance city’s role as yuan hub, official says
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South Korea generated about US$21 million, or 11.4 per cent of Gemini’s cumulative revenue on Apple’s app store – second only to the US
With 8 of the 15 planes made last year delivered to customers in November and December, a source said supply chain snags seem to be diminishing
John Lee highlights ‘unprecedented achievements’, unveils landmark pact to develop gold trading ecosystem, including clearing platform with Shanghai
Fundraising on the Hong Kong stock exchange reached US$37.22 billion last year, the highest since US$42.97 billion in 2021
Foot traffic and sales have been rising across Swire’s mainland portfolio, lifted by Gen Z shoppers, holiday spending and policy support
Professor says a ‘diffusion marathon’, where AI is gradually embedded in an economy over decades, will determine the winner of US-China tech war
Sri Lanka’s tourism sector is emerging as a key driver of sustainable economic growth, with increasing emphasis on environmentally responsible and zero-emission tourism, industry observers say. As the island nation records a gradual but steady recovery in tourist arrivals, policymakers and stakeholders are aligning …
Reinforcing its long-standing commitment to Sri Lanka’s private sector, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, announced a high-impact investment programme of US$ 166 million to support Sri Lankan businesses and accelerate the country’s transition from economic stabilisation t…
FRELLA, Sri Lankan-born and internationally-respected natural beauty and wellness brand, is setting the stage to expand operations by entering the Sri Lankan retail market.
People’s Leasing & Finance PLC (PLC) hosted its annual Premier Awards Ceremony on January 17, 2026 in Colombo with over 1,000 invitees, recognizing outstanding Branches and individuals who demonstrated exceptional performance during the financial year 2024/25.This year award ceremony themed was honoring an unstoppab…
UB Finance PLC, a subsidiary of Union Bank recorded another significant milestone with its newly relocated Gampaha Branch at Yakkala Road, Gampaha on January 22, 2026, with Director/ Chief Executive Officer Ransith Karunaratne gracing the occasion. This new, modernized, multi-storied spacious branch with dedicated a…
LOLC Finance, Sri Lanka’s largest Non-Bank Financial Institution (NBFI), announced the launch of its Exclusive Short-Term Fixed Deposits, offering 4-month and 7-month maturity options at some of the most attractive and competitive interest rates in the market.
A 30-year-old youth who had requested a loan of Rs. 100,000 from his cousin for an urgent business need, murdered the woman and surrendered to the Police after she demanded the loan again, the Criminal Investigation Division of the Kandy Headquarters Police has reported.
India’s central bank has proposed that BRICS countries link their official digital currencies to make cross-border trade and tourism payments easier, two sources said, which could reduce reliance on the US dollar as geopolitical tensions rise.
Dual-headquarters hub will enable Hong Kong-based unicorns to benefit from the free flow of capital, data and resources
Head of Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority says government ‘cannot fail’ to protect Hongkongers’ retirement savings
Policymakers confronting the city’s ageing building stock should respect residents’ wishes and protect their interests
Most provinces increased pay for low-paid jobs in 2025, part of nationwide efforts to tackle deflationary pressures
The viral success of check-in app Are You Dead? has exposed the vast demand for services catering to China’s rapidly growing single population
A combination of factors – falling interest rates, rising rents and stamp duty removal – bodes well for the market after years of downturn
Slimming injections cannot be sold or purchased in Hong Kong without doctor’s prescription, but some retailers are operating grey market
Hong Kong positioned as bridge for fresh collaboration between Ottawa and Beijing in higher education, engineering, research and innovation
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Freezing temperatures will not dampen the spirits of snow seekers, as China cements its reputation as the world’s ultimate winter playground
Stock exchanges have become another barometer in the US-China tech rivalry as markets assess a wave of start-ups in real time
Regulators accuse one of the world’s biggest travel platforms of abusing market power, with analysts warning of wider industry scrutiny
The ringgit climbed more than 10 per cent against the dollar last year, squeezing the bottom line of the export-reliant market
West-backed Israel continues its military attacks inside the Gaza Strip enclave adding to the genocidal count even as more forcible Jewish settlements are authorised in the West Bank enclave. At the same time, the Israeli government publicly insists that it will not allow the creation of a Palestinian state, even th…
Similar devices under new and different brands spark questions about potential efforts to circumvent trade curbs and maintain US market access for popular gadgets
While exports to the US fell last year, other markets more than made up the difference
Domestic varieties claiming bigger market shares for key crops and livestock, curbing reliance on foreign sources for vital food production