Roshan Abayasekara

Was seconded by Sri Lankan blue chip conglomerate - John Keells Holdings (JKH) to its fully owned subsidiary - Mackinnon Mackenzie Shipping (MMS) in 1995 as a Junior Executive. MMS, in turn, allocated Roshan to its then principal, P&O Containers regional office for container management in the South Asia region. P&O Containers employed British representatives whom Roshan then understudied. During the ‘90s, Roshan relocated to Dubai, UAE, where Roshan specialised in logistics. More recently, Roshan acquired a Merit award in a postgraduate diploma in Business Administration from the University of Northampton, UK.

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Canada & the Caribbean Deepen Partnership in Tackling New Security Challenges

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Strait of Hormuz Disruptions Drive Oil Shock: Is the World Facing Inflation, Not a Supply Chain Collapse?

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Why Are Europeans Abandoning Eastern Mediterranean Holidays in 2026 – And Why Is Malta the Big Winner?

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How the U.S.–Iran War, Oil Market Turmoil, and Trump Tariffs Are Reshaping Global Trade

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UK Economy’s 2026 Kick-off Falters as Energy Prices Threaten Growth

Despite a weak January, we cannot rule out the UK's anticipated growth pickup through the 1st quarter. The recent...

Supply chain impact: key trends in 2026

A transformation is taking place from a previous focus on total value to a more centralised global function. As...

Caribbean Culture Takes Centre Stage as Dawson College Holds Carnival Event in Montreal

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Is Malta Prepared for the Middle East Crisis? PM Robert Abela Outlines Plan to Shield Families and Businesses

Prime Minister Roberta Abela announced that Malta would remain focused and resilient in the face of escalating conflict in...

Supply Chain Transformation: The Trends Reshaping Global Operations during 2026

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Can Diplomacy Still Work with Iran? Keir Starmer Reaffirms UK Push for Negotiated Settlement

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Guyana and Jamaica were approached by Cuba for medical brigades after more than 50 years

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How Will US Tariffs Affect Global Trade, Energy Markets, and Emerging Economies?

The global tariffs announced by U.S. President Donald Trump were expected to take effect this week. This is a...

What Does Rubio’s Saint Kitts Visit Mean for U.S.–Caribbean Relations After the Venezuela Operation?

The USA's Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited the Caribbean country of St Kitts & Nevis during the last...

Royal Navy Sends Type 45 Destroyer to Mediterranean Amid Iran Tensions

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What Is the Commonwealth and Why Does It Still Matter to 2.7 Billion People?

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Should Canada Prepare for a World Where U.S. Leadership Is Less Certain?

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Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves asserts that Labour has ‘restored economic stability’. This is despite downgraded growth forecasts...

Should Canada Turn to the Caribbean? Rethinking Ottawa’s Strategy Amid Trump-Era U.S. Policy Shifts

Writing to Policy OPTIONS Politiques Dustin Fergusson-Vaux has expressed his views that the Trump administration’s disruption of conventional U.S....

King Charles hails ‘enduring spirit’ of the Commonwealth during trying times

The King is full of praise, noting the enduring spirit of the Commonwealth amidst ‘testing moments' of conflict and...

Trade & Trade Shifts Reshape Tech

Global trade dynamics have become a defining factor for companies in technology as they navigate through an increasingly fragmented...

Is Cyprus Accelerating Migrant Returns Ahead of Its EU Council Presidency?

Of late, Cypriot authorities have stepped up nationwide enforcement raids targeting irregular and undocumented migrants. This has resulted in...

Barbados joins many other Caribbean countries in dealing with Canada’s rising passport fees

Barbados joins Grenada, St. Kitts and Nevis, Antigua and Barbuda, the Bahamas, Dominica, and more Caribbean countries in facing...

Are War and U.S. Tariffs Reshaping Global Trade? Lord Marland Explains the Opportunity for the Commonwealth

Jonathan Peter Marland, Baron Marland, is known as a British businessman and politician. The Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council CWEIC...

Russia considers fuel support for Cuba as Canada pledges food aid

A U.S.-imposed fuel embargo has threatened to spark a humanitarian crisis in Cuba. Cuba’s energy grid relies on fossil...

How Might Proposed AI and Social Media Rules Affect Platforms Operating in the UK?

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has also said that he would seek legal power to act on a consultation...

How Are Ownership and Control Rules Being Applied Under the UK’s Russia Sanctions Regime?

There was a rapid expansion of UK, EU, and U.S. sanctions on Russia and Belarus in recent weeks that...

Reeves Defends UK Economic Plan Amid Global Turmoil

The British Chancellor of the Exchequer, Reeves, said in a budget update speech that fresh forecasts depicted inflation and...

Canadian manufacturing PMI surges to 13-month high in February

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Gas soars whilst oil jumps, with the Iran war pushing down global stock markets

QatarEnergy says it has halted production of liquefied natural gas. This is after attacks on Ras Laffan and Mesaieed...

Drone Strikes British Air Base in Akrotiri Amid Middle East Escalation

British air base in Akrotiri, Cyprus, targeted by Shahed drone, say officials. Sources say this drone indicates it has been...

Caribbean leaders appeal for de-escalation and dialogue

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Global Economic Briefing – 26 February 2026

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UK Foreign Office Denies Minister’s Claim That Chagos Islands Deal Has Been Paused

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Rubio Supports Taiwan–Saint Kitts and Nevis Ties

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UK Unveils Bold Climate Policy Moves in 2026

The UK Government’s Warm Home Plan has been unveiled as the largest-ever intervention in home energy efficiency and clean...

Logistics Special Report – 8 SCM Software Trends to Monitor in 2026

Software platforms continue expanding their operational footprints. This is happening while Supply Chain Management (SCM) shapes response speed, execution,...

Trump Threatens Harsher Tariffs Amid Confusion in the UK and the EU

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Canadian PM Mark Carney to Visit India, Australia, and Japan from 26 February to 7 March 2026

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Sri Lanka’s exports kick off 2026 with the highest January earnings in a decade

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Trinidad and Tobago Receives U.S. Licences for Cross-Border Energy Work with Venezuela

The Government of Trinidad and Tobago has announced that it has been issued two general licences by the United...

UK Records Two-Year High in Business Growth While Service Sector Job Cuts Continue

British businesses have extended their early 2026 rebound into a second month. However, jobs are still being sharply cut...

Germany tests fuel-cell logistics mobility with hydrogen-powered truck

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Canada Steps in with Aid as Cuba Faces Worsening Fuel Shortages

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UK Moves to Restrict Meat and Dairy Imports After FMD Outbreak in Cyprus

The Republic of Cyprus is experiencing an outbreak of foot and mouth disease, so it defers clearance of the...

U.S.–Germany Trade Falls 5% While China Surges: A Turning Point in Global Economic Power?

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing. This meeting moves with goods worth USD...

Rising Costs Threaten Trinidad and Tobago Carnival: Can Communities Keep the Tradition Alive?

Trinidad and Tobago was practically shut down on Tuesday, 17 February. This was as it neared the climax of...

US Supreme Court Ruling Triggers New 15% Tariff: What It Means for the UK, EU and Global Trade Deals

The U.S. will not bow out of tariff deals it had already sealed with countries around the world. This...

Are Global Supply Chains Entering a Permanent Era of Volatility? Insights from the World Economic Forum Report

The report from the World Economic Forum finds that structural disruption is compelling a rethink of investment strategies. This...

What Canada’s Investment Means for Jamaica’s Soil Health and Agricultural Future

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Britain’s Growth Stalls at 0.1% in Late 2025—Can ‘Securonomics’ Revive Momentum in 2026?

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Arctic Geopolitics Intensify as Canada and France Establish Nuuk Consulates to Back Denmark

Both Canada & France commenced consulates in Greenland’s capital, Nuuk, on Friday, 6 February ’26. It was a show...

British Inflation Hits One-Year Low at 3% as Markets Price in BoE Easing

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Australian Share Market Surges 1.7%: CBA Earnings Shine, CSL CEO Exit Sparks Sell-Off

The Australian share market has finished strongly after the first bid day of reporting season. This is excellent earnings...

India’s Aerospace Ecosystem Expands as Tata and Airbus Inaugurate Helicopter Assembly Line

Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) inaugurated India’s first private-sector helicopter’s final assembly line for the Airbus H125 at Vemagal,...

How Close Is Cyprus to Running Dry as Reservoir Levels Crash to Historic Lows?

The island's reservoirs hit record lows even before the commencement of the annual tourist season. Cypriots have warned that...

Why U.S. Port Volumes Are Shifting in February, According to ITS Logistics

ITS Logistics is one of North America's fastest-growing third-party logistics providers. It had released its February forecast in the...

How Might CWEIC Partnerships Drive Jobs, Infrastructure, and Digital Growth in Sri Lanka?

Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) Chairman Lord Jonathan Marland of Odstock, UK, held discussions with Sri Lankan President...

Inside the UK Election Reversal: Why 30 Councils Must Now Vote in May 2026 After Legal Advice

The UK’s government has abandoned plans to delay elections for 30 councils in England. This is the latest setback...

2026 Supply Chain Trends: Can Higher Rates Offset Declining Freight Shipments?

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3 killed in Caribbean Sea boat attack by U.S. military

The United States military has attacked a boat in the Caribbean Sea, which has killed 3 people. This comes...

Power outages: what to do & what not to do

Severe weather pelting the lower North Island has left tens of thousands of households without energy. Powerco shared that about...

How the Government of Ontario Tuition Overhaul Will Change College Costs After the Freeze Ends

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Is India Rewriting Its Education Model for the AI Age in 2026?

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What Comes Next for Barbados After a Record-Breaking Election Victory?

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PHAC refreshes Chikungunya Travel-Health Alert in South Asia & the Caribbean

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Is 2026 Reshaping Global Supply Chains Through AI, Drones and Capacity Crunches?

Technology policy, fulfilment models, and capacity challenges drove key supply chain developments during January. Qatar and the United Arab Emirates...

Can Malta’s Carnival Go Ahead as Extreme Winds Disrupt Transport Plans?

Strong winds compelled buses out of the Valletta ditch to create space for Carnival floats. Some commuters may opt...

Is the UK Health System Stabilising or Straining? NHS Employers Warns Funding Clarity Is Urgent

Over 1.4 million NHS workers are expected to receive a 3.3% pay rise from April ’26, as announced by...

How Will New Inclusion Spaces in UK Schools Transform Support for Neurodiverse Students?

Special spaces may play a crucial role in the government's planned overhaul of support for special educational needs. Secondary schools...

Are Logistics Failures Becoming the Biggest Hidden Risk to Global Business?

Global trade enters a period of volatility that is no longer episodic but embedded. DP World’s latest analysis underscores...

Western Canada School Tragedy: Key Details From the Tumbler Ridge Attack

Police say that 9 people have been killed, with 25 others injured in related shootings at a school and...

Cyprus in the Spotlight: Will Infrastructure Keep Pace with EU Presidency Travel Peaks?

Cyprus’s first major ministerial event of its EU Council presidency began on Thursday, February 5, 2026. Environment and climate...

How Project Vault, Lilly’s Expansion, and the U.S.–India Agreement Signal a New Logistics Era

During the relevant period being reviewed, the global trade landscape takes center stage as a landmark U.S.–India agreement promises...

Canada offers visa-free access to Caribbean countries

With the objective of boosting tourism and strengthening international ties, Canada has initiated a significant move by introducing visa-free...

The most promising markets for anticipated explosive real estate growth in 2026

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India’s Tariff Win Sparks Rally — Why Analysts Say It’s Not a Buy Signal Yet

The recent U.S.-India trade deal may have dispelled concerns about the undervalued Indian rupee. The deal was probably enough...

How a Canada-Funded Scholarship Is Opening Doors for Jamaican SAWP Families

The Jamaican Ministry of Labour and Social Security is in partnership with the Ontario Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association...

London Hosts Key UK–EU Summit Follow-Up: What It Means for Trade and Cooperation

On Monday, 2 February 2026, the United Kingdom (UK) and the European Union (EU) held meetings of the Withdrawal...

What Will the New Commonwealth Education Plan Mean for 121 Million Children Out of School?

A new framework may transform educational opportunities within Commonwealth countries. This is being held at the 20th Conference of...

Canada Markets January 2026: Why Did the TSX Hit a Record High?

During January, markets displayed shifting trade dynamics, persistent inflation, and rising global risk. All these factors-built pressure beneath the...

Cyprus debates EU housing affordability

EU Housing Ministers debate affordability under the Cyprus Presidency. Also, flags impact labour mobility. Affordable housing was thrust into the...

India-U.S. Trade Deal Shock: Trump Says Tariffs Cut After Modi Oil Concession — But What’s Really Agreed?

The U.S. president says that a deal was reached with India after Modi agreed to stop purchasing Russian oil,...

Is the UK’s New Cancer Plan Enough to Close the Survival Gap with Other Nations?

In the National Cancer Plan, the government has published its plan to transform cancer care and outcomes in England...

100 Years of Caribbean Cruising: Holland America Launches Major Anniversary Offer

Holland America Line (HML) marks 100 years of Caribbean Cruising with a special anniversary offer that includes a USD...

Why Are Global Shipping Rates Surging — And Will Consumers Pay the Price in 2026?

The industry body, the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), warns of "cracks" in the global supply chain...

How Montreal Marked the Start of Canadian Black History Month in the West Island

Montreal’s West Islanders came together on Saturday, 31 January, at the Pierrefonds Cultural Centre for the Overture with the...

What Do the Epstein Documents Reveal About Allegations Involving Lord Mandelson?

PA Media: Peter Mandelson was inducted into the House of Lords 18 years ago, in 2008. This occurred while...

India’s Crude Import Pattern Shifts in January 2026, Data Indicates

Russian crude remains part of the mix for India’s crude oil sourcing needs. However, Russian crude volumes have decreased...

How a 1930s U.S. War Plan Against Canada Echoes in Today’s Geopolitical Tensions

U.S. President Donald Trump is likely reviving old fears, as the U.S. had initially intended to invade Canada nearly...

UK Tourists Warned: EU Biometric Border Rules May Disrupt European Travel

The European Union (EU)’s recent Entry/Exit System (EES) & ETIAS access changes are likely to pose a few challenges...

Polar Vortex Breakdown 2026: Is the UK Heading for a Harsh Late Winter?

Latest weather forecasts predict a new disruption of the polar vortex. This follows a stratospheric warming event, confirmed from...

India’s Digital Growth Surge: How Hornbill Capital Is Targeting High-Conviction Alpha

The asset management landscape in India is evolving, becoming more segmented and sophisticated. Investors are increasingly building core exposure...

Keir Starmer Invites Xi Jinping to UK, Marking Major Shift in UK–China Relations

UK’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the trip to China has strengthened the bilateral relationship, although a likely return...

From Support Function to Growth Engine: How AI, Infrastructure and New Markets Are Redefining Logistics

The Global Trade Observatory Annual Outlook Report 2026 highlights a shift in thinking among 3,500 supply chain and logistics...

The UK’s Treasury is offering a business support package with an annual amount of USD 110.4m (£ 80m)

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How HCI Energy’s New VAR Programme Could Strengthen Telecom Power Across Canada, Alaska and the Caribbean

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