A steady journey

Nine years ago the Daily FT rolled off the press with the intention of giving readers articles that were largely focused on financial aspects of Sri Lanka. The aim was to give information and insights into a society that was emerging from a prolonged and divisive conflict with significant economic challenges so that all Sri Lankans could work together to step into a better future. These ideals have not only withstood the test of time but have evolved with the challenges faced by Sri Lanka so that Daily FT, today, stands not just as a source of financial information but also of unbiased political news.

Newspapers must evolve to meet the needs of readers and these needs change over time. Politics and the economy are closely linked and it is impossible to have a holistic understanding of either without a deep knowledge of events transpiring in both these spheres. The Daily FT, from its inception, brought a unique value proposition to Sri Lanka – all the most important news, opinions, policy decisions and financial information of the day on one platform.

The Daily FT has also strived to have an editorial policy that is accommodating but progressive. Democracy, human rights and unity are important to this newspaper and the Daily FT has worked round the clock since the events of 26 October to give unbiased, impartial and factual information of what is happening on both sides of the political divide, ensuring that credible and relevant information is given to readers in an accessible format so that they are empowered to make the best decisions for themselves and the country.  

Over time the Daily FT has added to its value by focusing on Government policy making, crucial reforms, macroeconomic policies, and promoting economic freedom. Articles and special reports abound of unique people and events in Sri Lanka and beyond. Dedicated sectoral pages that showcase the developments and challenges of different fields, including agriculture, plantations, HR, shipping, entrepreneurship, financial services and education, are part of the daily fare.

The columnists of the Daily FT deserve a special mention for their unwavering support over the years and assisting the newspaper to be a platform where diverse views are expressed. Never a publication to ignore the lighter side of life, Daily FT also has pages dedicated to travel, food, lifestyle and the arts. Sports fans have always been part of the Daily FT family with a focus on giving diverse news from events around the world.

For the last nine years a small but dedicated team of editors, journalists, photographers, layout staff and more have banded together to provide the best edition they can of the Daily FT every day, six days of the week. The work has been relentless, the challenges endless, and the late nights beyond count. But at every point when it mattered for Sri Lanka, the Daily FT has made a genuine attempt to uphold the highest possible standards of unbiased, balanced and substantive reporting, moving swiftly to adapt to reporting on politics when the times demanded it but still remaining true to its goal of holistic journalism.

Sri Lanka is in need of professional media more than ever before and the Daily FT remains dedicated to raising the bar in its effort to provide a reliable and quality newspaper to meet the information needs of our readers. We would like to take this opportunity to thank the readers of the Daily FT for standing by us and with us for nine years and supporting us unstintingly. Reader interest has been at the centre of everything we have done to date and this will remain steadfast into the future.