Sri Lanka, June 8 -- Colombo Port City has achieved a significant milestone in its development as a regional investment and business hub following Cabinet approval for 77 Businesses of Strategic Importance (BSIs) under the Colombo Port City Economic Commission Act.

The approvals, granted in April 2026, mark a major step in the expansion of the Colombo Port City Special Economic Zone (SEZ), strengthening its position as a globally connected destination for investment, innovation and internationally traded services.

Among the approved entities are three Primary BSIs-Prime MelwaPort City (Pvt) Ltd and Marina Hotel Holdings (Pvt) Ltd, which are developing a marina-front residential and marina development, and Home Lands Port City (Pvt) Ltd,...