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State Minister of Finance Shehan Semasinghe has assured that Sri Lanka will remain committed to the reforms required to return to a sustainable debt trajectory, addressing both internal and external imbalances.
The Cabinet of Ministers approved the combined proposal presented by the Minister of Justice, Prison Affairs and Constitutional Reforms and the Minister of Foreign Affairs for the establishment of the Truth and Reconciliation Mechanism in Sri Lanka taking into account the work of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission in South Africa.
Indian police have arrested 10 people and registered FIR (First Information Report) against some Sri Lankan nationals for alleged complicity with agents who sought to facilitate their travel to Canada via New Delhi airport by Âcheating Indian immigrationÂ.
The presidential trade union relations division will convene a special meeting with all trade union representatives and respective authorities on amending the labour law, Director General of Trade Unions to the President, Saman Ratnapriya says.
There are obvious signs that another crisis is being triggered in the country once again, especially at a crucial time when the country is on a path of recovery from a severe economic crisis that was acutely experienced in recent times, said the State Minister of Defence Premitha Bandara Tennakoon.The post Sri Lanka Government to implement strict law enforcement against religious disharmony appear...
Food security in Sri Lanka is improving across all provinces, according to the Crop and Food Security Assessment Mission (CFSAM) report jointly carried out in February'March 2023 by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the UN and the UN World Food Programme (WFP).
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Chair of the Parliamentary Caucus for Children MP Rohini Kumari Wijerathna has said many social problems arise due to the exposure of child victims and the child suspects by the media and therefore immediate measures should be taken to end the practice. This was mentioned at the Parliamentary Caucus for Children which convened in Parliament […]
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Monday (29) approved a 350 million U.S. Dollar special policy-based loan to provide budget support to Sri Lanka for economic stabilisation, the ADB said in a press release. The Bank said that the programme is part of a broader package of financial assistance anchored by the International Monetary Fund’s […]
The Sri Lankan rupee has shown a notable appreciation of 19.8 percent against the US dollar this year, from the period spanning up to 26 May 2023, according to Central Bank statistics The Sri Lankan rupee has also experienced significant appreciation against various currencies during this timeframe as well. The rupee appreciated 26.4 percent against […]
By AJA Abeynayake The Attorney General yesterday informed the Court of Appeal that the Chinese national apprehended by the Immigration and Emigration Department, while trying to enter Sri Lanka, with two passports, was a suspect wanted in China with a pending arrest warrant over a drug charge. Additional Solicitor General Janaka Bandara, appearing for the […]
The Judicial Service Association of Sri Lanka (JSA) has opposed the proposition to appoint Deputy Secretary General of Parliament, Tikiri Jayathilaka, and another officer of the Attorney General’s Department, to the High Court. Issuing a statement, the JSA has expressed discontent over the proposal made by President Ranil Wickremesinghe. The JSA pointed out that the […]
On an appeal made by the Government of Sri Lanka to Myanmar, six Sri Lankans, who were victims of human trafficking have been repatriated to Colombo, the Foreign Ministry said. The Sri Lankans were stranded in Myanmar and were rescued by the Myanmar authorities and handed over to the Sri Lanka Embassy in Yangon for […]
Diversified Sri Lankan conglomerate Sunshine Holdings (CSE: SUN) recorded resilient revenue growth in a challenging macroeconomic environment, reporting notable top-line growth during the year ended 31 March 2023. Group’s Healthcare and Consumer sectors led growth while healthcare segment remained the major contributor to total Group revenue in FY23. Sunshine recorded a consolidated Group revenue ...
The ICCPR is being used as a tool to restrict freedom of expression in Sri Lanka, Amnesty International said. “Amnesty International is concerned by the arrest of comedian Nathasha Edirisooriya. The right to freedom of expression applies to information and ideas of all kinds including those that may be deeply offensive. Sri Lankan authorities must […]
Chinese Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sun Weidong, will lead a Foreign Ministry delegation to Sri Lanka from 29 May to 01 June 2023, to co-chair the 12th round of Diplomatic Consultations between the two countries with the Secretary, Foreign Affairs of Sri Lanka Aruni Wijewardane. The discussions are expected to enable the two countries […]
Amid the uncertainty over the venue, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has expressed interest to host the Asia Cup 2023 and said it is prepared to host the championship if Asian Cricket Council (ACC) decide to allot the tournament to the island nation.
Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People s Republic of China Sun Weidong will lead a Foreign Ministry delegation to Sri Lanka from 29 May to 01 June 2023, to co-chair the 12th round of Diplomatic Consultations between the two countries with Secretary, Foreign Affairs of Sri Lanka Aruni Wijewardane.
Following representations made by the Government of Sri Lanka to Myanmar authorities, six Sri Lankans, who were victims of human trafficking and stranded in Myanmar have been rescued by the Myanmar authorities and handed over to the Sri Lanka Embassy in Yangon for repatriation to Sri Lanka.
Chair of the Parliamentary Caucus for Children Rohini Kumari Wijerathna emphasized that many social problems have arisen due to the exposure of child victims and the child accused, through the media and therefore immediate measures should be taken to prevent it. The Ministry of Women, Child Affairs and Social Empowerment and its affiliates such as […]
Officials of the Immigration and Emigration Department who participated at the Sectoral Oversight Committee on International Relations chaired by Member of Parliament Namal Rajapaksa stated that Sri Lankans living abroad will be able to apply for a new passport or renew their passport online with effect from June 1st.
Sri Lankans living abroad will be able to apply for a new passport or can renew their passport with effect from June 01, 2023. This was stated at a meeting of the Sectoral Oversight Committee on International Relations.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe presented a momentous proclamation to the Mahavihara Vamsika Shyamopali Maha Nikaya Asgiri Vihara Senior Karaka Sangha Sabhika, Most Venerable Urulewatte Sri Dhammarakkhitha Thera, designating the historic Mahiyangana sacred site as an officially recognized place of worship.
The transportation and logistics arm of the Hayleys Group, Advantis, announced a groundbreaking partnership with India’s top cruise line, Cordelia Cruises to usher in a new wave of inbound luxury tourists to Sri Lanka. Leveraging their newly forged partnership, Advantis – Travel and Aviation will serve as the General Sales Agent, while Advantis Group subsidiary, […]
By N Sathiya Moorthy How come a ‘poor’ in Asia is also among the ‘miserable’ in the world? But it is possible, as two economic surveys of nations have shown, coming as they do almost simultaneously. A certain Hanke’s Annual Misery Index (HAMI) 2022 has ranked Sri Lanka as the 11th […]
Even though China is South Korea’s top trading partner, Seoul’s tightening ties with the U.S. and other wealthy democratic countries reveal its interest in countering Beijing’s economic coercion, experts say. After a monthlong diplomacy effort that included summits with the U.S. and G-7 leaders, “reducing our reliance on China” and “diversifying our trading part...
Sri Lankans living overseas can apply for a new passport or renew their passport online from 01 June, the Parliament Sectoral Oversight Committee on International Relations was told. Officials of the Immigration and Emigration Department said this during the sectoral oversight committee on international relations held under the chairmanship MP Namal Rajapaksa. Officials pointed out […]
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) today approved a $350 million special policy-based loan to provide budget support to Sri Lanka for economic stabilization.The post ADB approves $350 Million for Sri Lanka economic stabilization programme appeared first on ONLANKA News - Sri Lanka Latest Breaking News and Live Updates - Sri Lanka News.
Food security in Sri Lanka is improving across all provinces, according to the Crop and Food Security Assessment Mission (CFSAM) report jointly carried out in February/March 2023 by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP).The post Food insecurity improved in Sri Lanka but prevails within specific regions – FAO and WF...