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Educate Sri Lanka Colombo Expo 2023 at BMICH for higher education and study abroad opportunities
Educate Sri Lanka Colombo Expo 2023 organised by Evolution Events and Corporate Services (EECS) is scheduled to be held from 1 to 3 September at the BMICH and Colombo Career Expo 2023 will be held in parallel on the same days and venue, said a press release.
It said: Educate Sri Lanka Colombo Expo 2023 serves as an informative event where aspiring students, parents, universities and higher education institutions gather on one platform in Colombo to explore a wide range of educational prospects for the students and help them navigate the world of higher education and international study with ease. The event is ideally suited for students who have received their local O/L and A/L results, Cambridge O/L and A/L results as well as those who have completed their undergrad studies.
The dynamic dual event serves to meet several key objectives. It also facilitates networking opportunities for students, allowing them to connect with professionals from various industries and explore potential internships and job opportunities.
Sharing his thoughts on the event, Meshach Reuben, Director/CEO of Evolution Events and Corporate Services (EECS) stated, “The year 2023 marked a momentous milestone for Evolution Events as we successfully concluded a series of exhibitions under the brand Educate Sri Lanka Expo in Gampaha and Batticaloa as well as the prestigious Jaffna Education Fair in Jaffna. These events stood as shining examples of our commitment to empowering students across the nation with access to quality education and delivering unparalleled opportunities. I warmly invite all students and their parents to join us at this extraordinary dual event as we unlock the doors to knowledge, inspire lifelong learning, and pave the way to a brighter future for our younger generations.”
The Colombo Career Expo 2023 is an exclusive career and internship fair designed to provide a platform for job seekers, students, and professionals to explore exciting career opportunities and connect with leading organizations in the country. Recent graduates in IT, Business, Engineering, Marketing, Law, and many other disciplines will find the Career Expo the perfect setting to launch their careers and fulfill their career aspirations by exploring internship opportunities at the best organizations in Sri Lanka. Participating organizations gain access to this talent pool, increasing their chances of finding qualified candidates who align with their varied requirements and company culture.
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Amendment of the Inland Revenue Act No. 24 of 2017
Approval of the Cabinet of Ministers has been granted at their meeting held on 19.05.2025 in order to introduce amendments to the Inland Revenue Act No. 24 of 2017 including the proposed tax revisions to enhance the tax structure paving way for state financial integrity based on revenue.
Accordingly, the revised draft bill has been prepared by the legal draftsman and clearance of the Attorney General has been received.
Therefore, the Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval for
the resolution furnished by the President in his capacity as the Minister of Finance, Policy Planning and Economic Development to publish the aforementioned draft bill in the government gazette notification and subsequently, forward the same to the Parliament for its concurrence.
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Cabinet nod for “National Mineral Policy” – 2026
The National Mineral Policy was prepared for the first time in the year 1999, and the aforementioned policy has been amended in 2023 to cover matters such as preparing an updated data system related to mineral resources, adding value to the export of minerals, encouraging mineral-related industrialists, extracting mineral resources and managing the environment sustainably, and resolving the issues related to the ownership of the land arising in extracting mineral resources.
The revised National Mineral Policy has been reupdated in line with the manifesto “A Sustainable Resource Utilization – Generation of the Highest Benefit” under the policy statement of the current government” A Thriving Nation – A Beautiful Life.”
Accordingly, the Cabinet of Ministers has approved the resolution presented by the Minister of Industries and
Entrepreneurship to implement the so-formulated “National Mineral Policy—2026.”
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