Hambantota International Port (HIP) is fully prepared to support the expected surge in vehicle imports following the recent lifting of Sri Lanka’s import ban. With the local automotive market on the ...

In a recent address, President Wickremesinghe defended the Chinese-built Hambantota port but pledged to address India’s security concerns. Sri Lanka has referred to the Yuan Wang 5 as a ...

Importers that met with the Business Times argue that only if the necessary logistics are in place at the Hambantota port with the ability to transport these vehicles with minimum risk to Colombo it ...

The Hambantota International Port (HIP) began maintenance dredging this month in order to restore the harbour’s original depth. The operation, undertaken by HIP to ensure the continued safe navigation ...

Notably, China acquired control over Sri Lanka’s Hambantota Port after the island nation’s debt default. Beijing has reportedly stationed vessels including a 25,000-tonne satellite and missile ...

China's control over Hambantota Port, acquired through Sri Lanka's debt default, has enabled Beijing to station vessels like the Yuan Wang 5, a 25,000-tonne satellite and missile tracking ship.