Private sector counts early losses, wider risks from ME war

The unfolding disruptions caused by the Middle East crisis are impacting industries differently, business leaders weighed in yesterday. Sri Lanka’s tourism sector is losing between $ 80-100 million a month due to cancellations triggered by the Middle East conflict, The Hotels Association of Sri Lanka (THASL) President and Siddhalepa Group Chairman/Managing Director Asoka Hettigoda said, as private sector leaders across apparel, tea, and rubber i