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.

Why the UK-India Trade Deal Was Delayed and What Changed Ahead of Its July 2026 Start

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara - June 19, 2026

A free trade deal between Britain & India may come into force next month. This is after India said...

Why the Bank of Canada Kept Rates Unchanged Again: Governor Says Economy Is Weak but Not in Recession

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - June 19, 2026

Bank of Canada (BoC) governor Tiff Macklem doesn’t think the economy is in a recession. However, he does acknowledge...

Commonwealth Youth Awards 2026: London Ceremony to Honour Young Leaders Driving Sustainable Development Across 56 Nations

Europe Roshan Abayasekara - June 19, 2026

The Commonwealth Secretariat plans to announce the winners of the ’26 Commonwealth Youth Awards for Excellence in Development Work...

G7 Signals Support for Canada as Major Energy Supplier Amid Efforts to Reduce Strait of Hormuz Dependence

Lead_Story Roshan Abayasekara - June 18, 2026

Canada could ‘deliver significantly more capacity', G7 leaders say. Canada is poised to become a key and reliable energy supplier...

UK–EU Post-Brexit “Reset” Summit Scheduled for July 22 Amid Delays Over Youth Mobility Talks

Europe Roshan Abayasekara - June 18, 2026

The youth mobility scheme, which allows individuals under 30 to study and work in each other's territories, delayed the...

Strong Rebound in Canadian Manufacturing: 4.2% Sales Growth in April 2026 Led by Energy Sector Recovery

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - June 17, 2026

Total manufacturing sales surged 4.2% to USD 54.74 (CAD 77.10) billion in April ’26. This follows a 3.4% increase...

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Why Is the UK Spending £132.5m on After-School Clubs as Social Media Ban for Under-16s Looms?

Education Roshan Abayasekara - June 17, 2026

The government has announced a funding of USD 177.55 (£132.5 m) for after-school clubs / extracurricular activities. It comes...

Did Princess Charlotte Influence King Charles’ Look at Trooping the Colour? Inside the Royal Swiftie Moment

Europe Roshan Abayasekara - June 17, 2026

King Charles opted for a very unexpected accessory for this year’s Trooping the Colour parade. This ceremonial event was held...

Is Global Freight Tightening Again in June ’26? What Importers Need to Know Now

Logistics Roshan Abayasekara - June 17, 2026

Carrier-capacity management may be reducing effective capacity, which could tighten freight markets in June ’26. Additionally, geopolitical disruptions and...

Why Canada’s Trade Surplus Jumped to a 15-Month High in April ’26 as Oil Prices Climbed

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - June 16, 2026

Canada’s good trade surplus in April ’26 surged by 55% to a 15-month high of USD 1.95 (CAD 2.72)...

Why more people are choosing Cyprus in 2026: visas, residency, and practical steps

Europe Roshan Abayasekara - June 16, 2026

Cyprus has become one of the most considered destinations for British residents seeking relocation. The benefits are obvious when...

From Tesla to SpaceX: How Elon Musk Became the First Trillionaire in History

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara - June 15, 2026

Only a few business leaders have been as deeply embedded in popular culture as Elon Musk. Musk can be...

UK banks press for formal EU financial cooperation framework ahead of major UK–EU negotiations

Europe Roshan Abayasekara - June 15, 2026

British banks seek closer ties with the European Union (EU), says a report that was published by industry lobbying...

Is Canada in recession? Bank of Canada says GDP data shows weakness, not broad decline

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - June 15, 2026

Bank of Canada (BoC)’s Governor Tiff Macklem acknowledged on Wednesday, 10 June ’26 that the Canadian economy is weak,...

Markets Rally as Oil Prices Tumble: Could a Strait of Hormuz Reopening End the World’s Worst Energy Supply Crisis?

Logistics Roshan Abayasekara - June 15, 2026

Global crude oil prices tumbled, but stock markets rallied amid fresh hopes that a U.S.-Iran peace deal may end...

Belfast Violence Escalates: Homes and Vehicles Set Ablaze Following Stabbing Incident

Lead_Story Roshan Abayasekara - June 12, 2026

UK leaders call for calm as rioters burn vehicles and attack homes in the wake of a stabbing by...

Is Global Shipping Breaking Again? May ’26 Freight Market Hit by Major Route Disruptions

Logistics Roshan Abayasekara - June 12, 2026

The May ’26 freight market update reflects the month which has shaped up as one of the more demanding...

Why Lagos is Africa’s Proof of Economic Transformation – Keynote by Commonwealth Secretary-General

News from the CWEIC Roshan Abayasekara - June 12, 2026

Commonwealth Secretary-General Hon. Shirley Botchwey delivered the keynote address at the Invest Lagos 3.0 Conference, held on Monday, June...

Canadian dollar depreciates

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - June 12, 2026

The Canadian dollar (commonly known as the ‘loonie’) weakened to a 2-month low against its U.S. counterpart on Monday,...

Canada’s Population Outflow Surges as Economic Strain and Policy Shifts Bite

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - June 11, 2026

Eleven of the thirteen provinces, excluding the territories, reported double-digit year-over-year increases in the number of residents leaving the...

UK and Poland Strengthen Military Alliance with New Treaty Targeting Cyber Threats, Espionage and Organised Crime

Lead_Story Roshan Abayasekara - June 11, 2026

The UK is set to sign a new defence and security treaty with Poland to protect Britain's borders. It...

Is the Canadian economy compromised?

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - June 10, 2026

There was only a single word on the lips of many Canadian economists and politicians, besides journalists, during the...

Belfast Attack Triggers UK Riots as Attempted Beheading Video Sparks Immigration Protests

Lead_Story Roshan Abayasekara - June 10, 2026

Riots & protests broke out in Northern Ireland, besides England, on Tuesday, 9 June ’26 (Wednesday AEST), after a...

Global Trade 2026: Why New U.S. Tariffs, Digital Trade Splits and Supply Chain Risks Are Reshaping World Commerce

Logistics Roshan Abayasekara - June 10, 2026

What needs to be known The U.S. Section 301 tariffs should be regarded as the new floor, not a temporary...

Canadian BMO economist shares solid May ’26 jobs report

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - June 9, 2026

A surprisingly strong May ’26 employment report has reinforced many economists’ views that the Canadian economy may not be...

From Defence to AI: Reuters NEXT Europe Explores Europe’s Leadership in a Shifting World

Europe Roshan Abayasekara - June 9, 2026

On Thursday, 21 May ’26, Reuters announced the expansion of its Reuters NEXT conference series with the launch of...

Could Australia Enter a Recession? Economists Say Economic Downturn Is Already Underway

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara - June 9, 2026

Australia’s economic slowdown is just commencing, warn economists. This is as interest rates surge while cost-of-living pressures weigh on...

UK-EU Reset Summit 2026: Why Youth Mobility Has Become a Red Line for European Leaders

Europe Roshan Abayasekara - June 8, 2026

EU’s Maroš Šefčovič says that the summit may probably be held mid-July ’26, although sources say it may be...

Canadian Economic Recovery Gains Momentum as OECD Raises Outlook for 2026 and 2027

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - June 8, 2026

After Canada’s economy slipped into a technical recession at the end of May ’26, a new outlook by the...

British Foreign Secretary’s 1st Indian visit to strengthen ties

Lead_Story Roshan Abayasekara - June 5, 2026

A key tangible outcome of the visit was the handover of a Letter of Approval to the University of...

Carney acknowledges ‘weakness’ in Canadian economy after moving into a ‘technical recession’

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - June 5, 2026

Prime Minister Mark Carney acknowledged that the Canadian economy was weak while defending the federal government's economic agenda on...

Why Global Businesses Are Turning to Oman as Geopolitical Risks Disrupt Traditional Trade Routes

Logistics Roshan Abayasekara - June 5, 2026

In an interconnected world, events in one region can have a significant impact on the entire global economy. In March...

False Accusations Online Push Former Hampshire Officer into Hiding Amid Nowak Case Fallout

Lead_Story Roshan Abayasekara - June 4, 2026

A former Hampshire officer says that she was compelled to move into hiding after being erroneously linked online to...

Australian university students may save USD 3bn over a decade if HECS indexation date’s changed by 5 months

Education Roshan Abayasekara - June 4, 2026

Costings commissioned by independent MP Monique Ryan have highlighted potential savings for university graduates as HECS debts increased by...

Canada may double exports to China

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - June 4, 2026

Chinese Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Yi said on Friday, 29 May ’26, that Canada may surpass its goal...

Tragic Death of Henry Nowak: Sikh Federation Urges Unity and Fair Legal Process

Lead_Story Roshan Abayasekara - June 3, 2026

The British Sikh Federation, a collective of Sikh organisations as well as communities across the United Kingdom (UK), has...

Canada’s Economy Stalls in Q1 ’26 as Recession Debate Intensifies Among Economists

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - June 3, 2026

The Canadian economy may still be struggling to grow. Some economists, weighing in on the latest real gross domestic...

South Africa Unlocks Tariff-Free Trade with China, Creating New Export Opportunities

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara - June 3, 2026

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) announced on Sunday, 31 May ’26, that it will commence issuing rules of...

Container Demand Rises in 2026 as North America Navigates Tariffs and Global Disruptions

Logistics Roshan Abayasekara - June 2, 2026

Market conditions across North America reflect stability. This is happening while operational pressures continue to shift across global networks. The...

Historic Canada-Germany LNG Agreement Sets New North America-to-Europe Energy Route

Lead_Story Roshan Abayasekara - June 2, 2026

Canada announced a landmark energy agreement with Germany. This will see the first-ever long-term shipment of liquefied natural gas...

Net Migration to UK Nearly Halved in 2025 as Government Pushes Skills-Based System

Europe Roshan Abayasekara - June 2, 2026

Migration had added 171,000 people to the UK’s population during the last year. According to new data, that amounts...

Cyprus Election 2026: Right-Wing Parties and Anti-Corruption Newcomers Reshape Political Landscape

Europe Roshan Abayasekara - May 28, 2026

Cyprus’ right-leaning wing made gains in Sunday, 24 May ’26’s parliamentary election. The election results indicated that anti-corruption newcomers...

Why Canada’s Major Banks Are Thriving Despite a Slumping Housing Market

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - May 28, 2026

Profits at the largest Canadian banks are forecast to have increased despite trade tensions. Additionally, the Middle East conflict...

Is Canada Building a Surveillance State? Google Flags Bill C-22 Over Data Backdoor Risks

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - May 27, 2026

The Bill may be in real trouble when even Google, the company that built its empire on knowing everything...

British King’s speech: Government unveils 37 new bills for the year ahead

Europe Roshan Abayasekara - May 27, 2026

King Charles has unveiled the government’s legislative agenda for the year ahead. It announced 37 new bills. The speech focused...

Why Australia Is Pausing New International Student Courses at Private Colleges for 12 Months

Education Roshan Abayasekara - May 27, 2026

Labour is implementing a 12-month pause on new private colleges. This is besides training organisations that are applying to...

PM Carney Says Alberta Independence Push Risks ‘Dangerous Bluff’ as Referendum Debate Intensifies

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - May 26, 2026

Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed concern that the Alberta referendum question on separation could potentially lead to a dangerous...

What Does the New UK-EU Gibraltar Agreement Mean for Borders, Trade and British Sovereignty?

Europe Roshan Abayasekara - May 26, 2026

The UK & the EU have agreed on the text of a treaty on Gibraltar’s relationship with the EU....

Quad Nations Boost Indo-Pacific Strategy with Fiji Port Investment and Critical Minerals Alliance

Logistics Roshan Abayasekara - May 26, 2026

The foreign ministers of Australia, India, Japan & the United States (U.S.) agreed to jointly invest in a seaport...

UK strikes a USD 4.995 bn trade deal with 6 Gulf states

Business Roshan Abayasekara - May 25, 2026

Keir Starmer asserts that this trade agreement is worth more than double the initial estimates. It’s a giant win...

Canada – CARICOM expert development mechanism project profile

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - May 25, 2026

Project overview Maximum contribution USD 2,880,000 (CAD 4,000,000) Commencement date 21 April ‘21 End date 31 Dec ‘26 Project status operational Lead department ...

UK and Europe Endorse Sovereign Border Controls Through New Third-Country Asylum Framework

Europe Roshan Abayasekara - May 25, 2026

All 46 Council of Europe members sign the agreement being ‘deplored’ by human rights organisations. The UK, besides 45 other...

Canadian author Tessa McWatt wins the overall ’26 OCM Bocas Prize for Caribbean Literature for The Snag

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - May 22, 2026

Canadian poet & author Tessa McWatt has been nominated as the overall winner of the ’26 OCM Bocas for...

British Foreign Secretary launches new international coalition to end violence against women & girls

Europe Roshan Abayasekara - May 22, 2026

British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper intends to lead a UK-convened international coalition to tackle the global emergency of violence...

Could a Pan-Commonwealth Trade Bloc Become the Next $20 Trillion Economic Powerhouse?

Business & Trade Roshan Abayasekara - May 22, 2026

The 56-member group may advance trade liberalisation. Building on existing Asia-Pacific and African agreements may achieve this. A significant range...

April Inflation Surges to 2.8% in Canada Amid Middle East Crisis and Gas Spike

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - May 21, 2026

StatCan shared that the cost of gasoline was 28.6% higher year-over-year last month in April. This increase was caused...

Nobel Economist Warns South Korea of Demographic Suicide

Global Roshan Abayasekara - May 21, 2026

Joel Mokyr predicts population decline risks & urges an immigration debate amid the ageing crisis. Mokyr said that there appears...

NZ Schools See Maths Gains After $131M Budget, But Principal Urges Caution

Education Roshan Abayasekara - May 21, 2026

The government shared that maths results were improving after the new budget funding. However, Principal Karl Vasau, of the...

Amid Political Heat, Starmer Pushes to Reconnect Britain with Europe

Europe Roshan Abayasekara - May 20, 2026

Britain should introduce new legislation with the intention of strengthening its ties with the European Union (EU), as Prime...

Canada, welcome to join the Eurovision Song Contest

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - May 20, 2026

Eurovision competition director Martin Green shared the view that Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney was inclined to embrace Europe....

The World’s Most Tourism-Dependent Economies

Travel Roshan Abayasekara - May 20, 2026

For most large economies, international tourism receipts are only a footnote in national budgets. However, in a remarkable cluster...

Annual Commonwealth Chess Championship ’26 repeats in Sri Lanka

CU Sports Roshan Abayasekara - May 20, 2026

The President of the World Chess Federation (FIDE), Arkady Dvorkovich, arrived in Sri Lanka on Friday, 15 May '26,...

Canada celebrates Victoria Day

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - May 19, 2026

The history & observance of Victoria Day. It’s a celebration of the sovereign's birthday in Canada. It follows a...

Which European economies are fast-growing during ’26?

Europe Roshan Abayasekara - May 19, 2026

The eurozone has sharply slowed, expanding only at 0.8% year-on-year during the 1st quarter of ’26. Yet, the three...

Mass Marches in London Highlight Tensions Between ‘Unite the Kingdom’ Supporters and Nakba Commemoration

Europe Roshan Abayasekara - May 18, 2026

Political activist Tommy Robinson presided over a march that was called "UNITE THE KINGDOM" on Saturday, 16 May ’26....

Caribbean’s Development Boost: CDB, Canada Collaborate on Landmark $200M Guarantee

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - May 18, 2026

The Barbados-based Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) has pledged a USD 200 million first-loss portfolio guarantee with the government of...

The Commonwealth Digital Financiers Network

CU Networks Roshan Abayasekara - May 18, 2026

The Commonwealth Digital Financiers Network (CDFN) is currently in preparation mode for its intended Asian launch in India during...

British slavery reparations must be a key issue at the Commonwealth summit, says former Caribbean leader

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - May 15, 2026

Leaders must consider support for a reparations resolution in November ’26, says St Vincent & the Grenadines ex-PM. What are...

Is Britain’s Police Rolling Out Live Facial Recognition Vans—and What Does It Mean for Privacy, Bias, and Protest Rights?

Lead_Story Roshan Abayasekara - May 15, 2026

Technology has been deployed in London since 2020. The move has led to concerns over data privacy, besides racial...

UAE’s Eastern Ports Become Lifeline as Gulf Trade Surges Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions

Logistics Roshan Abayasekara - May 15, 2026

At the United Arab Emirates' (UAE) eastern seaport of Fujairah, conveyor belts offloaded grain bulk carriers on Wednesday, 6...

Cyprus Hosts EU Summit as Leaders Focus on Security, Energy Prices, and Financial Framework

Europe Roshan Abayasekara - May 14, 2026

In his invitation to the informal meeting of Heads of State or Government scheduled for Thursday, 23 April, and...

Canada and Partners Forge Innovative Solutions for Migration Challenges at UN Forum

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - May 14, 2026

Canada is working with its global partners in strengthening migration systems to address shared challenges. Last week, the minister...

Canada and Guyana Reaffirm Strong Bonds Through Trade, Diaspora, and Diplomacy

Canada and Caribbean Roshan Abayasekara - May 13, 2026

The Government of Canada said on Friday, 8 May ’26, that its Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the...

British Business Leaders Demand ‘Trade Bazooka’ to Shield UK from Tariff Threats

Europe Roshan Abayasekara - May 13, 2026

The British Chambers of Commerce says that inadequate economic security is putting growth & jobs at risk. British business leaders...

The Commonwealth Union Blockchain Network is building a Regulated Digital Asset Ecosystem Across the Commonwealth

Business Roshan Abayasekara - May 13, 2026

L-R – President & Chairman Designate - H. H. Sheikh Saoud bin Faisal Sultan Al Qasimi, H.E. Senator Mushahid...

Deputy PM Borg Unveils Malta’s Vision for Resilient Commonwealth Trade & Investment

Europe Roshan Abayasekara - May 12, 2026

Malta appoints a government envoy for Commonwealth trade & investment. In a keynote address at the opening of the Commonwealth...

Cyprus Elections 2026: Unprecedented Candidate Surge Meets Political Tensions and Controversies

Europe Roshan Abayasekara - May 11, 2026

A record quantum of candidatures for the upcoming May ’26 parliamentary elections dominates the headlines. This situation, along with...

Historic Partnership Signed: CARICOM IMPACS and COPOLAD III Join Forces Against Adaptive Criminal Networks and Drug Precursors

Lead_Story Roshan Abayasekara - May 8, 2026

The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Implementation Agency for Crime & Security (IMPACS), besides the Cooperation Programme between Latin America, the...