The Central Bank of Sri Lanka under the leadership of the Governor and senior management conducted a dynamic series of impactful events on the 9th and 10th of January in the Southern Province, aimed at addressing regional concerns promoting economic and financial awareness and fostering economic development.
Regional Forum in Hambanthotha:
Social agents representing sectors such as banking, education, agriculture, entrepreneurship, and industry met with the Governor to address their sector-specific concerns and explore collaborative opportunities for regional growth.
CBSL Conducted Impactful Events in Southern Province
Digital Inclusion Onboarding Session Held at Hambanthota Administrative Complex:
Empowered government officials and the business community to embrace digital financial solutions, supported by licensed banks in the region.
CBSL Conducted Impactful Events in Southern Province
Anti-Money Laundering & Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Awareness:
Professionals from licensed banks and designated non-finance businesses in Matara District gained insights into strengthening compliance with AML/CFT obligations.
CBSL Conducted Impactful Events in Southern Province
Awareness on Digital Payments, Scams, and Prohibited Pyramid Schemes:
Undergraduates from the University of Ruhuna participated in an interactive session focused on the importance of adopting secure digital payment practices. They were also educated on identifying and avoiding digital scams and illegal pyramid schemes, equipping them with essential knowledge to safeguard their financial well-being.
Discussion on Economic Outlook and Financial Literacy:
The academic staff of the University of Ruhuna engaged in an enriching discussion on economic trends, financial inclusion, and literacy, fostering a deeper understanding of these critical areas.
Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) Mobile Service:
Employees in the Koggala Industrial Zone benefited from an accessible EPF mobile service for their convenience.
As part of CBSL’s commitment to fostering financial inclusion, and economic development, we are planning to expand these outreach initiatives to other regions across the country.
