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flag Sri Lanka extends airline tax break at Mattala Airport to June 2027 to boost traffic and connectivity.

flag Sri Lanka has extended the deviation tax exemption for airlines at Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport until June 2027 to boost international air traffic and support the underused facility. flag The move, approved by the Cabinet in January 2025, aims to attract more carriers, reduce pressure on Katunayake Airport, and improve regional connectivity. flag The government also reported $787 million in foreign direct investment through September 2025, with Singapore, India, and China leading, potentially creating 20,000 jobs. flag Despite this, concerns remain over economic performance and foreign exchange reserves, which held steady at $6.243 billion in September, with the rupee weakening slightly.

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