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He will meet President Anura Kumara Disanayaka, Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya, and Foreign Minister
including education, women's empowerment, innovation, development cooperation and welfare of our fishermen
On previous occasions, Sri Lanka's governments had spent public funds to travel to member countries to woo them
Message marking the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China.
Colombo hosted the 11th inter-MFA consultations on April 2
Rudenko’s visit follows that of Russian Energy Deputy Minister Roman Marshavin’s
Trump in his swearing in last week issued several executive orders
West will meet the British Council to discuss the growing education partnership
A one-year moratorium for foreign research vessels has elapsed on December 31, 2024
Ambassador "reiterated Saudi Arabia's commitment to supporting Sri Lanka in various areas of development."
The investment session is jointly organized by public and private sector entities.
Talks focused on strengthening the enduring friendship between Sri Lanka and China while exploring new avenues
"The event brought together experts, policymakers, and thought leaders to discuss key aspects of the bilateral relations
President Dissanayake will leave to China next week as his second official foreign tour
President's party in past had protested against many Indian projects which he discussed during Indian visit
This is Dissanayake’s first foreign visit since elected as the president in September this year
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"Pace will be given to the Sampur solar power plant."
Dissanayake met ambassador Al Ameri and discussed expanding employment opportunities for Sri Lankans in UAE
Discussed the US's support for Sri Lanka's anti-corruption efforts, recovery of stolen funds, and strengthening economy
All 10 will be based in New Delhi
Already some Chinese scholars currently working in research study with Jaffna University
Chinese Ambassador visits people in Sri Lanka's North
General Al-Budaiwi appreciated Sri Lanka’s long and trustworthy partnership with the nations of the GCC
"Reiterate our commitment to work with India to further strengthen our civilizational links...
Sri Lanka's membership request is in process, will be considered
BRIC's NDB offers alternative source of funding for infrastructure, development projects
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