AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoWeather Watch: A low-pressure system northeast of Sri Lanka is still hanging around, keeping showery conditions going for the next two days, with heavy rain possible in several provinces and landslide warnings for 11 districts; one death and partial damage to houses were already reported. Cost of Living: Sri Lanka’s import maize levy has been pushed higher, a move analysts say could lift poultry feed costs and eventually squeeze egg and chicken prices. Accountability & Governance: SLPP organiser Namal Rajapaksa is calling for “no one above the law” to be applied equally, while the police promotion dispute for SSP Shani Abeysekara has been settled with a retrospective DIG order. Energy & Investment: Vidullanka is set to invest about Rs. 2 billion for a 49% stake in Storex’s CEB-awarded BESS portfolio, and the CBSL is urging reform momentum as the Middle East conflict adds growth risks. Health Pressure: Over 10,000 people are reportedly waiting for heart surgeries in state hospitals, with private costs now far beyond reach for many. Regional Links: India and Sri Lanka are exploring deeper cooperation on women and child welfare, and trade talks spotlight ports, logistics, pharma, and online payments.
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