Bank of Ceylon marks New Year with religious observances, strategic focus

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The Bank of Ceylon (BOC) yesterday commenced the New Year with a formal observance held at its Head Office, bringing together customers, members of the Board of Directors, corporate and executive management, staff, and well-wishers.

The event was held under the patronage of the Chairman Kavinda de Zoysa, Designated Chief Operating Officer R.M.N. Jeewantha and Deputy General Manager – International, Treasury and Investment G.A. Jayashantha. Proceedings began with multi-religious blessings, seeking goodwill and guidance for the institution, its stakeholders, and the wider community.

As Sri Lanka’s largest state-owned commercial bank, the Bank of Ceylon continues to serve as a trusted financial partner to individuals, businesses, and institutions across the country. The bank’s strategic direction for the year ahead remains focused on strengthening customer access, expanding digital capabilities, and supporting economic activity across key sectors.

In line with this direction, the bank relaunched value added My Sri Lanka Foreign Currency Fixed Deposit which will be utilised to economic growth activities for the country as a State bank.

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Upul Abayasekara