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· Nguyen Ngoc Nhu Quynh
Russia’s war economy is not collapsing, but neither is it stable - Asia Times
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· Yerzhan Tokbolat
Russian LNG shipments to China surge 143% in November, overtaking Australia
Russian LNG accounted for 23.5 per cent of China’s total shipments, cementing Russia as its top energy partner after President Xi pledged deeper ties
· Xinyi Wu
Opinion | Forget the US dollar. Watch water and energy resources instead
In our increasingly hi-tech-based economy and financial systems, energy and water resources will be macroeconomically critical
· Albert Bakhtizin
Exclusive | Old lender, new twist: Shanghai Commercial Bank teams up with HashKey on card
The 75-year-old lender will work with the newly listed digital asset exchange to issue a co-branded Visa card for HashKey traders
· Enoch Yiu
Western Province dominates GDP with 42.4% share - DailyNews
While the Western province continued to hold the largest footprint in the country’s nominal GDP, the combined share of the other provinces increased in 2024.
· Gayan Abeykoon
November inflation drops 0.3% - DailyNews
Sri Lanka’s national inflation rate decreased to 2.4 percent in November 2025, down from the 2.7 percent recorded in October, the Census and Statistics Department announced yesterday.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Damage from Cyclone Ditwah estimated at US$ 4.1 Bn – World Bank - DailyNews
Cyclone Ditwah has caused an estimated US$ 4.1 billion in direct physical damage to buildings and contents, agriculture and critical infrastructure, according to a World Bank Group Global Rapid Post-Disaster Damage Estimation (GRADE) report released yesterday (22). This damage is equivalent to about 4 percent of Sri…
· Gayan Abeykoon
ADB approves USD 3 Mn grant to address water shortages - DailyNews
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $3 million grant to help address water shortages in Sri Lanka’s Northwestern and Uva provinces by constructing modern pipe distribution network (PDN) systems. The project will provide irrigation to 877 hectares (ha) of farmland, supporting improvements in the country’s…
· Gayan Abeykoon
Lawmakers want US to disclose any approvals of Nvidia H200 China licences
Democrats Elizabeth Warren and Gregory Meeks also asked for an assessment of the military potential of the AI chips approved for export
· Reuters
Sri Lankan community in Washington DC donates to ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund - DailyNews
Members of the Sri Lankan community in the Washington DC metropolitan area made a generous donation of US$ 10,000 (LKR 3,095,000) on December 18 to the ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ fund established by the Central Bank in support of the ongoing flood relief efforts.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Sampath Bank partners Toyota Lanka to make vehicle ownership more rewarding - DailyNews
Sampath Bank PLC announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Toyota Lanka (Private) Limited recently at the Toyota Lanka Head Office, marking a strategic collaboration aimed at providing enhanced financial and value-added benefits to customers purchasing Toyota vehicles across Sri Lanka.
· Gayan Abeykoon
People’s Bank grants first loan to rehabilitate MSMEs affected by Cyclone Ditwah - DailyNews
People’s Bank has extended the first loan under a special Government-intervened loan scheme introduced to support the rehabilitation of micro, small and medium-scale enterprises (MSMEs) affected by Cyclone Ditwah.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Announcement of proposed acquisition - DailyNews
We refer to our announcement dated November 12, 2025 and wish to inform that DFCC Bank has received approval from the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, in terms of Section 12(1)(c) of the Banking Act No. 30 of 1988 (as amended), to proceed with the proposed acquisition. Following receipt of this regulatory approval, DFCC B…
· Gayan Abeykoon
Shares - Colombo Stock Exchange ( Market Statistics on 22.12.2025 ) - DailyNews
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· Gayan Abeykoon
Hong Kong tightens rules for waterfront event space after hot-air balloon fiasco
Bids invited for the development, operation, management and maintenance of The Pier in Hung Hom for about three years
· Lo Hoi-ying
China’s record trade surplus could prompt protectionist response in 2026: report
American researchers say restrictions on Chinese imports could help create complications for Beijing’s economic growth target next year
· Kandy Wong
China to hide bad debt records for pandemic-hit borrowers who repay small loans
New policy by the People’s Bank of China applies to one-off debts up to 10,000 yuan incurred since 2020, aiming to help people rebuild credit
· Carol Yang
China slaps tariffs on EU cheese and cream amid trade row
Alleging that European subsidies are hurting Chinese producers, Beijing has imposed fees that look to hit French exporters the hardest
· Xiaofei Xu
Bridge work starts as Hong Kong opens tech park in cross-border innovation hub
City leader says bridge will open up transport networks of cooperation zone and promote cross-border talent flow and integration
· Oscar Liu
Hong Kong’s famed Peak Tram to increase standard fares by up to 40%
Return tickets for adults will cost HK$116 from next Monday, while fares for children and the elderly will jump to HK$75
· Susan Su
China bans e-commerce platforms from forcing lowest prices or abusing algorithms
Beijing moves to protect consumers and merchants, with new 29-article regulation tightening oversight of the fast-growing digital economy
· Coco Feng
China’s rare earth magnet exports to EU jump nearly 60% as approvals take effect
Shipments of permanent magnets to Europe saw a large increase in November, as Beijing begins granting general licences for rare earth exports
· Kandy Wong
China eyes childcare overhaul with a law to boost births, fix demographic crisis
Proposed legislation seeks to lower child-rearing costs and standardise services, especially for children under three, to ease the burden on parents
· Luna Sun
The View | Rebound in Hong Kong’s Central office market could be turning point
At a time when uneven K-shaped recoveries are increasingly prevalent, Hong Kong’s office sector is experiencing its own unbalanced rebound
· Nicholas Spiro
In the Christmas rush, e-commerce platforms must continue to build shoppers’ trust
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· Julian Cirineo
Goldman forecasts continued growth for Chinese stocks in 2026 as risks fade
The US investment bank, having correctly predicted the stock market gains this year, expects the bull run to continue, but at a slower pace
· Zhang Shidong
Letters | Shenzhen-Hong Kong special zone could better serve national economy
Readers discuss takeaways from the central economic work conference, native-level English proficiency, and how to honour those lost in the Tai Po fire
· Letters
SMIC, Pop Mart lead Hong Kong stocks higher before Christmas trading break
Hong Kong’s market will close early on Wednesday and remain shut on December 25 and 26
· Yulu Ao
Blackpink for Ayumi? Why China may reward South Korea’s soft stance on Japan row
Beijing is reviving stalled trade talks with Seoul as the Lee administration breaks with Tokyo on Taiwan, and analysts say Chinese market access could be the geopolitical prize
· Yeon Woo Lee
China’s approval for L3 self-driving cars to stimulate slowing mainland market
Chinese carmakers could sell about 270,000 semi-autonomous vehicles next year, representing 1 per cent of the total market, Daiwa says
· Daniel Ren
Drive to enlist upto 1,000 companies to CSE - DailyNews
A new development programme is proposed to be implemented aimed at increasing the number of companies registered in the stock market to 1000.
· Gayan Abeykoon
IMF approves USD 206 Mn in emergency financial support for Sri Lanka - DailyNews
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) approved a disbursement of SDR150.5 million (about US$206 million, equivalent to 26 percent of quota) for Sri Lanka under the Rapid Financing Instrument (RFI). This emergency support will help address urgent balance-of-payments and fiscal pressures arising…
· Gayan Abeykoon
Construction services business delegation builds up trade ties in Mumbai - DailyNews
Marking the first-ever focused initiative to promote Sri Lanka’s construction services in the Indian market, a sector-specific business delegation visited Mumbai from November 25 – 28, 2025. This initiative was organized by Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Consulate Genera…
· Gayan Abeykoon
Ice worth over Rs. 90 Mn seized in Karandeniya raid - DailyNews
The Elpitiya Divisional Anti-Corruption Unit seized a stock of ‘Ice’ (crystal methamphetamine) valued at over Rs.90 million yesterday (21) morning, which was hidden in a house in the Third Mile Post area of Karandeniya. The Elpitiya Anti-Corruption Unit stated that initial Police investigations have revealed the dru…
· Gayan Abeykoon
World Bank approves USD 50 Mn to support Lanka’s digital transformation - DailyNews
The World Bank Board of Executive Directors has approved a $50 million project to support Sri Lanka’s digital transformation. The project will promote innovation and investment in Sri Lanka’s digital sector, modernize government services, and make them easier to access and more responsive to the needs of people and …
· Gayan Abeykoon
NSB launches Tap & Go on NSBPay Lanka’s First Bank to offer In-App contactless Payments - DailyNews
National Savings Bank (NSB), in collaboration with Mastercard, has launched Tap & Go functionality on NSBPay. This landmark the first mobile banking app in Sri Lanka enabled for contactless in-store payments.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Emirates launches collection of keepsake amenity kits - DailyNews
Emirates Premium Economy and Economy Class customers on long haul flights globally will be treated to a new range of complimentary amenity kits, onboard in December.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Temporary rise in Inflation due to Disaster - Central Bank Governor - DailyNews
A temporary, slight increase in Inflation may occur due to breakdowns in the Supply Chain caused by recent natural disasters, but the situation will normalise within a short period of about 2 months, stated Central Bank Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe.
· Gayan Abeykoon
ACL FireGuard sets industry benchmark with Purple Standard - DailyNews
For over two decades, safety has been more than a requirement for ACL Cables PLC – it has been a responsibility. Long before fire safety standards were mandated or formally regulated, ACL introduced FireGuard cables to the Sri Lankan market, setting a benchmark for flame-retardant performance at a time when such mea…
· Gayan Abeykoon
Containers Transport Owners Assn., SriLankan Airlines Licensed Aircraft Engineers’ Assn. provide financial assistance to ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund - DailyNews
The Government’s ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund, established to provide relief and support to communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah, continues to receive financial contributions on a daily basis.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Sudan war drags on as drone attack kills 10 in Darfur market
The conflict has split Sudan in two as the army controls the north, east and centre while the UAE-backed RSF dominates Darfur and parts of the south
· Agence France-Presse
Opinion | How Trump is hastening the end of American hegemony
Although the US economy is growing and inflation remains low, the uncertainty sowed by the president’s policies will have sobering long-term consequences
· Joseph E. Stiglitz
Israel approves new settlements in occupied West Bank
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said on Sunday that the Israeli Cabinet had approved the establishment of 19 new settlements in the occupied West Bank.
· Felix Tamsut
New bypass and transport links to boost Hong Kong’s competitiveness: Paul Chan
Finance chief also says city’s planned major road and rail expansion will drive deeper Greater Bay Area integration
· Oscar Liu
China eases visa rules for India, tapping into US$21.6 billion travel market
Indian nationals will now be able to apply for Chinese visas online as Beijing and New Delhi gradually move to normalise economic ties
· Ralph Jennings
China speeds up armour steel production by 30%, US Conshohocken plant folds
Chinese military supplier solves tech snag to boost manufacturing levels, while American counterpart ceases operations due to financial loss
· Holly Chik
Opinion | China’s property market isn’t so much collapsing as being reconfigured
Viewing China’s real estate crisis solely through the lens of market indicators misses the deeper, structural shifts at play
· Michael Han
Magdeburg commemorates Christmas market ramming attack
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