COLOMBO (News1st): The Colombo Stock Exchange will remain closed from Wednesday until the curfew is lifted in the Colombo District.

The curfew which has been imposed in the Colombo District is in effect until further notice, as the area has been identified as a high-risk zone for the spread of COVID – 19.

Among other high-risk zones are the Gampaha, and Kalutara Districts which are located in the Western Province.

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