Conducive environment for exporters - Cabraal

“The Government will consider the best model for the pension scheme and upfront payment of gratuity of private sector employees as proposed in the budget, considering reservations raised by the private sector on adverse impact on cash flow of businesses”, said Governor of the Central Bank Ajith Nivard Cabraal.

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Give due recognition to garment workers - Chairman, SLAEA

The negative perception of the public on garment sector workers has in joining created a situation where the younger generation is less interested in joining this industry, said the Chairman of the Apparel Exporters Association Rohan Abayakoon.

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AmCham hails 2011 Budget:

Potential for trade, investment growth

The American Chamber of Commerce in Sri Lanka (AmCham) welcomes the 2011 Budget and the changes to the country’s fiscal and monetary framework, said President, AmCham, Vijaya Ratnayake.

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Travel:

City hotels ready for festive season

City Hotels are geared to celebrate the festive season on a grand scale with glamour and glitter to entertain holiday makers, said committee member of the City Hotels Association and Past Vice President, Tourist Hotels Association of Sri Lanka, Amal Goonetileke.

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