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Sri Lanka's Economy Records Growth After Turbulent Period

POSTED ON December 16, 2023 •   BUSINESS      BY Segun Adewole

Sri Lanka's economy marked positive growth in the September quarter, as announced by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka on Saturday. This development signifies the first expansion since the country grappled with a foreign exchange shortage, leading to a debt default last year.

According to the central bank, the economy demonstrated a modest growth rate of 1.6 percent in the quarter ending September. This marks a significant improvement from the previous year, where the nation experienced a contraction of 11.5 percent during the same period.

The central bank attributed the recent economic upturn to advancements in key sectors, specifically highlighting improvements in transport, services, and agriculture. The positive growth signals a potential recovery for Sri Lanka after facing economic challenges that triggered a debt default and strained its financial stability.

This news comes as a glimmer of hope for the nation, which has been navigating economic uncertainties and seeking avenues for recovery. The resilience demonstrated by certain sectors contributes to an optimistic outlook, raising expectations for sustained growth and stability in the coming quarters.

As Sri Lanka strives to rebuild its economic foundation, the positive growth indicators in key sectors underscore the importance of strategic measures and policies in fostering a robust and resilient economic landscape. The international community will be closely monitoring these developments, as Sri Lanka's economic trajectory holds significance not only for the nation but also for the broader regional and global economic landscape.

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