Roshan Abayasekara

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 me to it’s principle – P&O Containers regional office for container management in South Asia region. P&O Containers employed British representatives

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...
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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)

Treasury minister says that under the new measures, every British pub will receive 15% off its new business rates...

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

HCI Energy is a provider of intelligent power solutions for critical communications infrastructure. It announced on Tuesday, 27 January...

Will Duty-Free Access to Australia Transform India’s Export Strategy?

India’s exports to Australia grew by 8% during the 2024-’25 period. This helped improve India’s overall trade balance with...

CUSMA Review Faces Uncertainty as Carney Links Trump’s Tariff Threats to Canada Talks

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Monday, 26 January, that he expects the trade pact’s review to be...

Storm Goretti Brings Chaos to Southern UK as Europe Records Deaths, Blackouts and Cancellations

More than 10 people have died in weather-related accidents across Europe this week. Local media in Turkey reported the...

Can the India–EU Trade Pact Reshape Global Supply Chains Amid Rising Tariffs?

The US administration's tariff offensive spurred the conclusion of a long-discussed pact to open markets. On Tuesday, India and the...

UK to Launch National Police Service in Biggest Policing Reform in Over 200 Years

The government outlines historic changes. This includes the establishment of a new National Police Service. This includes mandatory licensing...

Record-Breaking Winter Storm Paralyzes Toronto as Heavy Snowfall Grounds Flights and Disrupts Daily Life

Canadians were sharing footage of wintery weather after record-breaking snowfall blanketed the Greater Toronto Area on Sunday, 25 January...

Indian exporters seek new global markets after Trump’s trade blitz

New Delhi intends to seal deals with the EU that will help manufacturers offset the impact of punitive US...

Why Goldman Sachs Expects Gold at $5,400 in 2026 Despite $5,000 Resistance

Gold surged 65% during the last year of 2025 while recording 12% during the first three weeks of 2026....

Can CARICOM Forge a Common Line as U.S. Intervention Splits the Caribbean Bloc?

The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) faces a challenging foreign policy-related moment, which variously impacts its 14 sovereign member states. American...

UK admits to ‘serious error’ in forcing hyperscale data centre without environmental protections

The UK government admitted to a ‘serious logical error’ in its decision to force through the construction of a...

Why Canada Is Racing to Rebuild Its Military in 2026—and the Risks If It Can’t

Canada seeks to upgrade its military, develop an industrial base, and forge new commercial partnerships at a wartime pace....

India’s USD 1.3 Trillion Export Ambition Tests a New Manufacturing Strategy After Past Failures

India prioritises 15 sectors, including semiconductors and labour-intensive ones. Nearly USD 1 billion will be invested in manufacturing hubs to...

Britain faces a catastrophe with children addicted to social media

The House of Lords debate amendments to the bill that could ban children under the age of 16 from...

Will Policy Uncertainty, Tariffs and Rising Costs Reshape Global Logistics in 2026?

More than half of supply chain executives expect policy uncertainty to remain high during 2026. This is mainly due...

UK–India Trade Deal Promises Record Growth for UK Firms—MPs Call for Strong Delivery Plan

Intended 40% cuts to UK export support staff may risk undermining the delivery of the UK-India trade deal. The Business...

Canadian PM Mark Carney’s special address at Davos ‘26

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney addressed the World Economic Forum’s 56th annual meeting in Davos on its second day....

A Rediscovered Opera, Baroque Rock and X Factor Returns: Malta’s Big Events Valletta Baroque Festival

The Valletta Baroque Festival returns for a week, with more concerts at varied venues. Amongst the highlights, Simon Schembri is...

$24.6bn Gas Industrial Park Puts Nigeria at Centre of China’s Belt and Road Energy Push in Africa

During 2025, Nigeria emerged as the largest single beneficiary of China’s Belt & Road Initiative (BRI). The Ogidigben Gas...

What’s Behind the Surge in Antisemitic Graffiti in Toronto’s Neighbourhoods?

Toronto’s city councillor says that antisemitic graffiti, which called for the death of Jews in Toronto, has been cleaned...

Record Passenger Surge at Larnaca and Paphos Signals Tighter Fares and Longer Queues in 2025

Hermes Airports has confirmed that combined traffic through both Larnaca and Paphos will exceed 13 million passengers by the...

Bridging the AI execution gap

The Asian Institute of Digital Finance (AIDF) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) launched the inaugural Executive Master's...

Canada and UAE Prepare Comprehensive Trade Agreement Focused on LNG and Green Energy

Negotiations are underway between Canada and the United Arab Emirates over a comprehensive economic partnership agreement that is intended...

Missing Tycoon Found Dead in Cyprus: What Really Happened?

A body thought to be a missing oligarch had been found in British-controlled territory in Cyprus. Russian reports claimed the...

India’s Economy in 2026: Strong Domestic Demand to Power Growth Despite Global Uncertainty

2026 will be the year of resilience for India. This is expected to be mainly in domestic demand. In...

Can the Government Avoid a Backbench Rebellion on the Hillsborough Law in a High-Stakes Commons Showdown?

Labour MPs intend to stage a backbench rebellion in the Commons over amendments to the Hillsborough Law (the Public...

Canada-China Trade Breakthrough Slashes EV Tariffs, Revives Cross-Border Auto Trade

Canada & China struck an initial trade deal on Friday, 16 January 2026, that would slash tariffs on electric...

2026 Global Supply Chain Shake-Up: Key Trade Agreements and Policy Changes Businesses Must Know

The start of 2026 brings a series of significant legal and policy developments that are reshaping global supply chains...

London Grooming Gang Arrested After Sikh Community Protests Over Abduction of Teenage Girl

Six men from a Grooming gang sexually assaulted a teenager in London. After hours of protests, the police took...

From Tariffs to Trade: Canada and U.S. to Revisit USMCA in Mid-January Talks

The office of the Canadian  Prime Minister, Mark Carney, said that Canada and the U.S. intend to launch formal...

India Automobile Sales 2025: SUVs, Commercial Vehicles and Tractors Lead Robust Year-End Surge

The calendar year 2025 witnessed the Indian automobile industry's performance wrapping up on a strong footing. Most major manufacturers...

Canada issues travel advisories for over 15 countries

Canada issued urgent travel warnings for over 15 countries, including Iran, Venezuela, and Somalia, amidst escalating political tensions and...

No More Recovery Windows: How India’s Logistics System Is Being Reengineered for 2026

The next phase of logistics network design is not merely about handling occasional surges. It is more about sustained...

UK Announces Expanded Sanctions on Iran Amid Ongoing Protests

Yvette Cooper announced to MPs that the UK was imposing sanctions on finance, energy, transport, software, and some other...

What News Stories Did Britons Really Notice in 2025? YouGov’s Data Tells the Story

The UK budget tops the list, with the top 10 being international in preference to UK news and events. On...

From Jamaica to Canada: New Marketing Agency Helps Caribbean Brands Tap Booming Ethnic Food Market

Jamaican-born entrepreneur & CEO of Adion Communications, Shannon Castonguay, launches a Canada-based cultural marketing agency. Canada is among Jamaica's top...

Canada’s Study Permit Crunch: Why 2026 May Bring Only a Partial Recovery

2025 registered a year of record lows in Canada. This called for chartering a path towards stability in 2026....

Why Is Canada’s Indigenous Governor General Heading to Greenland as Trump Renews U.S. Annexation Rhetoric?

Greenland’s location above the Arctic Circle makes the world’s largest island a key part of security strategy. 80% of...

Cyprus gives full consent to Pillar 2 Side-by-Side safe harbours as OECD BEPS framework advances

Cyprus has endorsed its full support for safe harbour rules. That refers to the Pillar 2 Side-by-Side (SbS) arrangement...

Another Paywall for UK Cycling Fans? British Cycling Charges for National Cyclo-cross Live Stream

Cycling fans in the UK will have to pay a USD 4-equivalent subscription fee to view a live stream...

Planning to Visit Canada in 2026? New Visa Rules Set to Impact Antigua & Barbuda

Antigua and Barbuda are among a growing list of countries facing tighter travel conditions. This comes under Canada’s updated...

How Cyprus Plans to Reverse Brain Drain With Its New Repatriation Strategy

On May 21, 2025, President Christodoulides launched a government initiative in London with the aim of luring Cypriot migrants...

Dual Citizenship Gains Popularity in the UK as Political and Economic Uncertainty Grows

The world is currently moving through a period of setbacks that includes political crises and economic instability, besides an...

700 million Women Remain Unbanked Globally Despite Gains in Financial Inclusion, World Bank Finds

Account ownership among women in both low- & middle-income economies (LMICs) increased to 73% in 2024, up 7 percentage...

Canada’s airlines monitor the Caribbean as the U.S. singles out Cuba & Mexico

The Caribbean tends to love Canadian vacationers. This is due to Canadians tending to travel regardless of what transpires...

Britain Treads Carefully on US Attack on Venezuela Amid Security and Legal Concerns

British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer had refrained from directly criticising the U.S. raid on Venezuela. The PM’s rather...

As Antisemitism Rises, Australian Sports Icons Unite to Demand Federal Royal Commission

Retired swimmer Ian Thorpe is one of more than 60 sports stars calling for a Commonwealth Royal Commission. Over 60...

As Canadians Travel Less to the US, Why Is Cayman Emerging as a Caribbean Winner?

Cayman seems well on track to record its strongest year ever in Canadian stayover tourism. This defies a slowdown...

Keir Starmer advocates reducing the cost of living as a new year plan, wooing voters & MPs

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer highlights energy bill and interest rate cuts, alongside the end of the 2-child benefit...

Holiday Chaos in the Caribbean as US Military Action Shuts Venezuelan Airspace

Smoke was seen emanating from the main military garrison in Caracas, Venezuela – Fort Tiuna. On Saturday, 3 January...

Why UK Cold Health Alerts Warn of Increased Risk for Elderly as Temperatures Plunge

A yellow weather warning was issued across parts of the UK ahead of a bitter cold snap at the...

Can Smart Meters and Canadian Funding Make Belize’s Power Grid Climate-Resilient?

The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), with the Canadian Government, marked a key historical achievement in Belize. This coincided with...

Polls, Populism and Productivity: Why Reform UK’s Rise Signals a Turning Point for Britain

The highlight of British politics in 2025 has been the rise of Reform UK as the leading party in...

Global Freight and Logistics Growth Set to Stall in 2026 Amid Supply Chain Pressures

Industry sector growth slows as global trade is compelled to apply brakes?   At the start of 2025, we anticipated a...

UK Could Be Poorer Than Malta in Just a Decade, Experts Warn

The British economy is expected to continue growing by the end of the decade. It reflects growth in GDP...

Historic Aid Reduction Ahead: UK Set to Cut Billions from Overseas Spending in 2026

British overseas spending is set to fall to the lowest level this century.   The UK’s overseas aid spending is forecast...

From Refugee Routes to Real Estate: How Terror Groups Are Accused of Leveraging Canada’s Openness

The terrorist group Hamas tends to exploit Canadian hospitality, as Canada currently moves with poorly regulated financial & immigration...

Ellison provides a USD 40bn personal guarantee to sweeten Paramount’s bid for Warner Brothers

Paramount beefs up its offer for Warner Brothers with the support of Larry Ellison, providing a personal guarantee of...

Digital Banking in Commonwealth Union

Digital banking provides banking services using the internet and mobile technology. These banking services include management of accounts, fund...

Is the Bank of England’s December Rate Cut a Warning Sign for the UK Economy?

As Economists predicted, the Bank of England (BoE) cut interest rates in December due to a weak economic performance.   The...

Suspected Somali pirates board tanker in renewed escalation since 2024

Maritime security sources said that a Malta-flagged products tanker, moving off the Somalian coastline, was boarded by pirates on...

The Commonwealth’s Journey: Sovereignty, Independence, and Continued Cooperation Across Nations

It is a free association of sovereign states, which comprises the United Kingdom and a number of its former...

Historic Deep Freeze Sweeps Canada, Threatening Energy Supply Across the North

An intense and prolonged freezing spell has gripped Northern Canada. Temperatures had been hovering between -20°C and -40°C for...

No White Christmas, But a Cold Warning: How Falling UK Temperatures Put Vulnerable Lives at Risk

A dry & bright Christmas day, although a low-temperature cold health alert issued poses a greater risk to the...

Australia Urges Transparency as Chinese Military Expands Pacific Engagement

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong expressed the view that China is projecting its military power further into the Pacific...

Port congestion concerns shippers

Analysts are focusing on small increases in congestion at key regional ports around the globe, with concerned interest as...

Is Canada aiding the USA in boat attacks?

The question arises for the Canadian federal government to answer: has Canada provided military intelligence during the past 3...

US signs security deals across Latin America

Venezuela’s president, Nicolas Maduro, warns that the Trump administration may end up destabilising the entire region amid rising tensions. Therefore,...

Universities Act Amendments Introduced as Government Cites Governance Reform Goals

Sri Lanka’s university system has entered a phase of profound uncertainty where, after a period of over 4 decades,...

Future-proof provisions mean offering degrees and skills

To improve employability, tertiary education may need to recalibrate provision to focus additionally on ensuring students acquire skills useful...

India and New Zealand finalise a free trade agreement, eyeing growth as global uncertainties continue

India & New Zealand announced on Monday, 22 December 2025, that they have reached a free trade agreement between...

Cyprus and Malta Warn EU Russia Sanctions Could Hit Legitimate Maritime Trade

Discussions are in progress on further tightening sanctions against Russia. This includes the possibility of implementing a blanket ban...

What Australia Can Learn from England About Fixing the School Attendance Crisis

On any given school day in Australia this year, 11% of absenteeism was reflected. This isn’t a blip, as...

Caribbean Family Travel Boom: How American, Delta, Air Canada and MSC Are Reshaping Bahamas Vacations

American Airlines, Delta & Air Canada have expanded on their Caribbean routes, whilst MSC World America redefines family cruises...

December 2025: UK Economic Outlook & Annual Review

Here, what’s analyzed are the latest ONS statistics and business confidence surveys. Also, a reflection on the Autumn budget...

Why Did Canada Finally Clear the Controversial USD 43.2bn Anglo–Teck Merger?

Ottawa lawmakers won concessions over a megadeal between a domestic copper producer and a London-listed group.   Canada cleared the way...

International takedown of a cryptocurrency fraud network laundering over USD 819 million

The final actions in a sweeping global operation have successfully dismantled a large-scale cryptocurrency fraud and money laundering network...

Bank of England Set to Cut Rates: Can It Revive Growth Without Reigniting Inflation?

The Bank of England (BoE) is widely expected to reduce interest rates on Thursday, 19 December, after a sharp...

Why IMEA Trade Remains Resilient in 2025 Despite Geopolitical and Regulatory Pressures

The trade momentum that developed across India, the Middle East, and Africa (IMEA) continued to build during December 2025....

Australia and England Cricket Teams Honour Bondi Beach Tragedy at Adelaide Oval

The Adelaide Oval flew flags at half-mast with a moment of silence observed before the ‘Welcome to Country’ and...

Less Crowded, More Luxurious: Southern Caribbean Islands Make Waves at Antigua Yacht Show

The 64th Annual Antigua Charter Yacht Show was held during the consecutive 5 days of 4th to 9th December...

New Canada–Caribbean Flights Signal Strong Tourism Momentum Into Summer 2026

Montreal, Toronto, Quebec City, Winnipeg, and Cancun are poised to enhance their current roles in the Canadian outbound tourism...

Mediterranean & Cyprus holidaying jumps 23% for Brits

All-inclusive family packaged outbound visits from the UK have reflected a significant quantum increase. These are for popular holiday...

Declining performance in Caribbean mathematics: A regional mathematics education drive has been initiated

The Commonwealth of Learning’s (COL) Virtual University for the Small States of the Commonwealth (VUSSC) is in partnership with...

Venezuela accuses Trinidad & Tobago of having a hand in the U.S. seizure of an oil tanker

Venezuela accused the Caribbean government of Trinidad & Tobago (T&T) of being a contributor to last week’s incident involving...

Can the BBC Survive Without the Licence Fee? UK Explores New Funding Options

The British government is considering proposals that would allow the century-old BBC broadcaster to break with tradition by carrying...

Why the GAPS Programme Has Become Central to Para Athlete Development Across the Commonwealth

The Commonwealth is home to a wide community of Paralympic (Para) athletes whose commitment, preparation and resilience shape sports...

Record Tourism Growth Across Europe in 2025: France Drives Visitor Spending Boom

France, besides Spain, joined the UK, Malta, Cyprus, Portugal, Hungary, and some other destinations to lead tourism growth. This...

Food Prices Surge While Fuel Falls: What’s Keeping Canada’s Inflation at 2.2%?

Canada’s annual inflation rate was 2.2% in November. This value remains unchanged from the previous month. Statistics Canada shared...

UK economy stumbled during the shaky run-up to the budget

Britain’s economy shrank unexpectedly in the three months up to October. This lost momentum during the fraught run-up to...

Canada contemplates action with its stockpiles of US alcohol

Most Canadian provinces pulled US booze off their shelves in March 2025 in protest against Trump’s trade tariffs.   Some are...

Can Digital Education Withstand Crises? Inside the OECS 2025 Push for Inclusive, Resilient Schools

The 10th meeting of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Council of Ministers: Education (COM: Edu) was successfully...

How War, Apartheid and Politics Redefined the Commonwealth Games

The Commonwealth Games is a quadrennial international multisport event. It is contested by athletes from the Commonwealth of Nations....

From Dublin to London: How Storm Bram Brought UK–Ireland Air Travel to a Standstill

Storm Bram created havoc, with over 90 flights being cancelled across Ireland & the UK. Storm Bram affected numerous...

10 Fully Funded Commonwealth Scholarships for UK Master’s in Online Teaching – Deadline May 2025

Is a citizen from any of the developing Commonwealth countries, a British Protected Citizen or even a refugee from...