Category: CBSL Press Releases
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IMF Reaches Staff-Level Agreement on Seventh Review, Paving Way for US$345 Million Disbursement to Sri Lanka
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka – 05 October 2026 – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff and Sri Lankan authorities have successfully reached a staff-level agreement on the Seventh Review under the 4-year Extended Fund Facility (EFF) arrangement. This significant milestone, announced today following the conclusion of the 2026 Article IV Consultation discussions, sets the stage for…
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Sri Lanka Sets Firm 5% Inflation Target for Next Three Years Under New Monetary Policy Framework
COLOMBO, 02 October 2026 – Sri Lanka has officially set its inflation target at 5% for the upcoming three years, a significant step announced today following the signing of a new Monetary Policy Framework Agreement (MPFA) between the government and the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). The landmark agreement was signed on 01 October…
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Essential Insights: Central Bank of Sri Lanka Releases ‘Sri Lanka Socio-Economic Data – 2026’
Colombo, Sri Lanka – 28 September 2026 – The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) today announced the release of its highly anticipated annual publication, “Sri Lanka Socio-Economic Data – 2026”. This vital data folder, now in its 49th volume, provides a comprehensive and concise overview of the nation’s socio-economic landscape, serving as an indispensable…
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IMF Staff Team Concludes Sri Lanka Visit, Emphasizes Resilience and Deepening Reforms for Sustainable Growth
Colombo, Sri Lanka – September 23, 2026 – An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission, led by Mr. Evan Papageorgiou, concluded its visit to Sri Lanka today, affirming the nation’s remarkable economic resilience amidst successive shocks while underscoring the critical need for unwavering commitment to prudent policies and sustained structural reforms. The team conducted discussions from…
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Central Bank of Sri Lanka Hosts its Inaugural Reserve Management Conference in Colombo
Colombo, Sri Lanka – 16 September 2026 – The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) successfully hosted its inaugural Reserve Management Conference in Colombo, bringing together a distinguished assembly of global financial leaders and experts. Held from 10-11 September 2026 at The Kingsbury, Colombo, the event served as a critical forum for exchanging perspectives on…
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Critical Data Unlocked: CBSL Publishes ‘Economic and Social Statistics of Sri Lanka – 2026’
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka – 31 August 2026 – The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) today announced the much-anticipated release of its annual publication, ‘Economic and Social Statistics of Sri Lanka – 2026’. This comprehensive compilation of socio-economic data is now publicly accessible, offering vital insights for a wide array of stakeholders. Compiled diligently by…