S.P. Chaminda
S.P. Chaminda is the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Gem and Jewelry Authority in Sri Lanka. Recently, he has been in the news for highlighting the revival of the country’s gem cutting industry, which had previously declined due to high taxes and fees on rough gem imports. His remarks came during a media briefing regarding the upcoming 'Gem City Ratnapura 2026' international gem and jewelry exhibition, where he noted that recent government decisions, including the removal of a $200 fee per parcel of rough gems, have begun to restore the industry to its former prominence.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | 1 | 8.00 | 0.13% | +0% | 21,413,249 | 27,882 | $84,000 | 109$ |
| Totals | 1 | 21,413,249 | 27,882 | $84,000 | 109$ |
Interactive World Map
Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Sri Lanka:
S.P. Chaminda is the chairman of the National Gem and Jewelry Authority (NGJA).
8
Sri Lanka:
S.P. Chaminda, the chairman and chief executive officer of the National Gem and Jewelry Authority, mentioned the revival of the gem industry in Sri Lanka.
7