Urgent.News

What's breaking now, across thousands of outlets.

Business

NSB partners EDEX Expo Mid-Year 2026 as official banking partner

National Savings Bank (NSB) has partnered EDEX Expo Mid-Year 2026 as its Official Banking Partner for the first time, strengthening its focus on supporting Sri Lanka’s youth through education and financial inclusion. The partnership was announced at the launch of EDEX Expo Mid-Year 2026, with NSB Acting General Manager/CEO Rohana Bandara Weerakoon representing the bank […]

National Savings Bank (NSB) has entered into a new partnership with EDEX Expo Mid-Year 2026, designating it as its Official Banking Partner for the first time. This collaboration aims to bolster NSB's commitment to supporting Sri Lanka's youth through education and financial inclusion. The announcement was made at the launch event of EDEX Expo Mid-Year 2026, where NSB Acting General Manager/CEO Rohana Bandara Weerakoon represented the bank.

EDEX Expo Mid-Year 2026, organized by the Royal College Union, is scheduled to take place on September 5 and 6 at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BMICH) in Colombo. This exhibition has been an annual event since 2004, bringing together various stakeholders in higher education, professional and vocational training, employers, government agencies, and private sector organizations.

NSB's partnership with EDEX Expo Mid-Year 2026 is focused on assisting students, parents, and young professionals in managing the financial aspects of education and career development. The bank's offerings include the NSB I’M account, specifically designed for individuals aged 19 to 35, and NSB Buddhi, an education loan facility that covers both local and overseas degree programs.

Additionally, NSB provides personal loans, foreign currency services, visa-related balance confirmations, and Telegraphic Transfer facilities, all subject to the relevant terms and conditions.

The bank will maintain a dedicated booth at the exhibition, offering visitors valuable information about its education and financial services. NSB Acting General Manager/CEO Rohana Bandara Weerakoon emphasized the importance of education and financial empowerment going hand in hand, stating that supporting young people is an investment in the country's future.

Written by urgent.news from The Island Sri Lanka's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.

Read the original at island.lk →

More in Business

Tourism gets a World Bank powered boost

By Zanita Careem With Sri Lanka tourism entering a new phase of growth, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, Professor Ruwan Ranasinghe outlined the Government’s…

  • World Bank funds Sri Lanka's tourism strategy 2026-2031
  • Initiative focuses on sustainability, inclusivity, and economic growth
  • Global promotional campaign to reposition Sri Lanka as premier destination

More from Saturday 5 September →