President Affirms Sri Lanka’s Commitment on Promoting Eco-Tourism at the WLI Asia Oceania Conference 2024

President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized Sri Lanka’s commitment to advancing eco-tourism through the conservation of wetlands. He underscored the futility of waiting for external funding to combat climate change and environmental challenges, urging tropical countries to explore self-sustaining financial models tied to environmental projects. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the inaugural WLI Asia Oceania Conference 2024 at Water’s Edge Hotel, …

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Indo-Sri Lanka Joint Development Projects Gain Momentum

In a significant diplomatic exchange, President Ranil Wickremesinghe and Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar led bilateral discussions at the President’s House yesterday (20). The joint energy projects between India and Sri Lanka took center stage during these discussions. Following the official meeting between President Ranil Wickremesinghe and Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, they delved into various …

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WEATHER FORECAST

WEATHER FORECAST FOR 21 June 2024 Issued at 12.00 noon on 20 June 2024 Showers will occur at times in Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Galle and Matara districts. Fairly heavy showers above 75 mm are likely at some places in Western and Sabaragamuwa provincesand in Nuwara Eliya, Galle and Matara districts. Showers or thundershowers may occur at …

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USAID-FUNDED SRI LANKA ENERGY PROGRAM WINS INNOVATION AWARD AT 2024 SID-US ANNUAL CONFERENCE 

The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce Sri Lanka’s USAID-funded Sri Lanka Energy Project (SLEP) has received top honors at the 2024 annual conference for the Society for International Development, the premier U.S. event for international development professionals. The award was given in recognition of the innovative solar-powered electric vehicle battery swapping stations owned and operated by Sri Lanka’s Sling …

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Indo-Sri Lanka Joint Development Projects Gain Momentum

In a significant diplomatic exchange, President Ranil Wickremesinghe and Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar led bilateral discussions at the President’s House today (20). The joint energy projects between India and Sri Lanka took centre stage during these discussions. Following the official meeting between President Ranil Wickremesinghe and Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, they delved into various …

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National Mobile Initiative: Streamlining Urumaya Freehold Land Deed Distribution from June 26th to 30th 

The Urumaya National Operations Secretariat has organized a mobile initiative across the country from the 26th to the 30th of this month in order to expedite the “Urumaya” national program, which aims to provide 02 million freehold land deeds. Senior Additional Secretary to the President, Mrs. Chandra Herath, stated that government officials responsible for issuing freehold deeds will visit villages …

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Indian Foreign Minister’s Visit Marks Milestone in Indo-Sri Lankan Relations

Indian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. S. Jaishankar, commenced his official visit to Sri Lanka with a significant meeting with President Ranil Wickremesinghe at the President House in Colombo this morning (20). This visit marks the first diplomatic exchange between India and Sri Lanka following the inauguration of the new government. Upon arrival, Minister Jaishankar was warmly received by Mr. …

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Minister of External Affairs of India Dr. S. Jaishankar to visit Sri Lanka

The Minister of External Affairs of India, Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar will be undertaking an official visit to Sri Lanka on 20 June 2024. During this visit, the External Affairs Minister of India is scheduled to pay courtesy calls on President Ranil Wickremesinghe and Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena. The visiting Indian External Affairs Minister and his delegation will also have a …

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Sri Lanka and China successfully conclude the 13th Round of Diplomatic Consultations in Beijing

Sri Lanka and China concluded the 13th Round of Diplomatic consultations on 17 June 2024 in Beijing. The consultations were led by Secretary, Foreign Affairs of Sri Lanka, Aruni Wijewardane and Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China, Sun Weidong. The two sides reviewed bilateral cooperation in a wide range of areas including recent high-level visits, economic …

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Creating a Better Future for Our Children

President Ranil Wickremesinghe announced that a better country will be created for the children of Sri Lanka within the next 5-10 years. The President emphasized his commitment to ensuring that no child in the country will suffer, highlighting his dedication to resolving the economic crisis within a short span of two years. President Wickremesinghe made these remarks while addressing the …

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