Prof. P.N.D. Fernando has officially took over as Chairman of Sri Lanka's state-owned People’s Bank today (November 18) at a ceremony held at the bank’s Head Office attended by CEO/GM of People's Bank, Clive Fonseka and the bank's senior management.
Prof. Fernando brings with him over 25 years of experience in finance, banking, and higher education. He has made notable contributions as a leading academic, having served as a Professor and Head of the Department of Finance at the University of Kelaniya.
In addition to his academic achievements, Prof. Fernando holds a PhD in Government Economics from Central China Normal University. Prof. Fernando has been a consultant and resource person for leading financial institutions in Sri Lanka, such as the Colombo Stock Exchange and the Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka.
In a statement, he emphasised his vision for People’s Bank, aiming to enhance digital transformation, drive customer-centric growth, and build a stronger, more sustainable banking network to support the evolving needs of the nation.
Former Chairman of SriLankan Airlines, Nishantha Wickramasinghe, arrested on allegation of corruption by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has been remanded until July 1 by the Colombo Magistrate court.
Deputy Minister of Finance and Economic Stabilization and NPP National List MP Harshana Suriyapperuma who is tipped to be named the next Finance Ministry Secretary resigned from Parliament today.
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