The World Bank In Sri Lanka

A development success story in many ways, Sri Lanka recently graduated to an upper middle-income country with a GDP per capita of USD 4,102 (2018) and a total population of 21.7 million. The World Bank Group supports Sri Lanka’s transition to a more competitive, inclusive, and resilient country.

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Strengthening Climate Resilience

World Bank to support Sri Lanka in mitigating flood risks and improving weather forecasting and early warning systems.

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Improving Local Services in Sri Lanka

A new loan agreement to put local communities at the center of planning and delivery of essential services

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Exploring Sri Lanka’s Demographic Shift

Sri Lanka is undergoing profound demographic change – the country needs to do more to prepare.

Sri Lanka At-A-Glance

A development success story in many ways, Sri Lanka still faces critical challenges as it strives to become an upper middle-income country. The World Bank Group supports Sri Lanka’s transition to a more competitive, inclusive, and resilient upper-middle income country.

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