The University of West London (UWL) has formally opened the University of West London Sri Lanka Branch Campus, the country’s first full UK university branch campus, marking a landmark development in Sri Lanka’s higher education sector.

The University of West London Sri Lanka Branch Campus is designed to bring a UK university learning experience closer to students in Sri Lanka. The campus is operated by ANC Campus, a pioneer in the higher education sector in Sri Lanka with over two decades of experience in delivering internationally recognised education.

The University of West London Sri Lanka Branch Campus gives students the opportunity to study towards world-class UK degrees while remaining close to home. Academic delivery, assessment and quality assurance will be aligned with University of West London standards, with the University maintaining academic oversight of its courses and awards. Students will have access to UWL-approved programmes, academic support, learning resources and a campus environment designed to promote academic success, confidence and employability.

Xiaomi Sri Lanka, marked a significant day in the brand’s local journey with the launch of the all-new Xiaomi 17T and the grand opening of the new Xiaomi Store powered by Abans at One Galle Face Mall, Lower Ground.

This occasion reflects the brand’s growing presence in the country and its commitment to bringing smarter technology, connected devices and immersive customer experiences closer to Sri Lankan consumers.

Held under the theme “Step into a smarter world with Xiaomi,” the launch event welcomed media, partners, technology enthusiasts and customers to experience Xiaomi’s latest innovation and wider smart ecosystem. The new store at One Galle Face Mall powered by Abans has been designed to give customers a hands-on experience across Xiaomi smartphones, smart home products, lifestyle technology and connected devices, supported by Abans’ strong retail presence and customer service network.

Commenting on the milestone, Kain Wang, Country Head, Xiaomi Sri Lanka, said, “17th June is a significant day for Xiaomi in Sri Lanka as we celebrate two important milestones together: the launch of the Xiaomi 17T and the opening of our new Xiaomi Store powered by Abans at One Galle Face Mall. This reflects the strength of Xiaomi’s journey in Sri Lanka and our continued commitment to offering innovation, performance and smarter lifestyle experiences to local consumers. With Xiaomi 17T, we are bringing advanced Leica imaging, powerful performance and long-lasting battery life to users who want to do more with their smartphones. At the same time, our new store creates a dedicated space for customers to experience the Xiaomi ecosystem in a more personal and engaging way.”

Prime Lands Residencies PLC, the condominium development arm of Prime Group – the real leader in modern real estate, announced that construction is actively underway on MON VIE, a landmark ultra-luxury residential development located at Thalakotuwa Gardens, Colombo 05. Featuring never been seen developments in Sri Lankan residential architecture, including the country’s first-ever cantilevered viewing deck and its first floating rooftop restaurant, the project’s scope reflects its broader ambition to bring a genuinely new kind of living experience to Colombo.

Conceived under the defining philosophy of ‘The art of family living, perfected,’ MON VIE is designed for discerning modern families who seek both the refinement of contemporary urban living and the warmth of a genuine home. Rising Ground + 25 floors, with a signature rooftop, MON VIE will offer an exclusive collection of 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom luxury apartments, with prices starting from LKR 86 million. MON VIE’s crowning glory will be its floating rooftop restaurant, Sri Lanka’s first of its kind, conceived not only as an amenity for residents but as a gourmet destination of its own right, offering panoramic views of Colombo against a backdrop befitting the city’s most exceptional address in Colombo 05.