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World Bank says Sri Lankan economy to expand 2.2 pct in 2024

Jun 14, 2024

Colombo [Sri Lanka], June 14: Sri Lankan economy is expected to expand by 2.2 percent in 2024 and reach 3 percent in 2026, assuming successful debt restructuring negotiations and the implementation of structural reforms, according to the World Bank's latest Global Economic Prospects report on Friday.

Philippines confirms Filipino crew aboard ship attacked in Red Sea

Jun 14, 2024

Greece: Heat forces Acropolis closure for 2nd straight day

Jun 14, 2024

Record 120 million people displaced globally: UN report

Jun 14, 2024

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UAQ Ruler pardons number of inmates ahead of Eid Al Adha

Jun 14, 2024

Umm Al Quwain [UAE], June 14: H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu'alla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain, has ordered the release of a number of...

Bank of Japan decides to reduce government bond buying

Jun 14, 2024

Tokyo [Japan], June 14: The Bank of Japan (BOJ) on Friday decided to reduce its government bond buying, in a further step toward policy normalisation after years of massive...

UAE participates in 20th CGIAR System Council meeting in Brazil

Jun 14, 2024

Abu Dhabi [UAE], June 14: Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, Head of International Affairs Office at the Presidential Court, led the UAE delegation to the 20th CGIAR System Council Meeting (SC20)...