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"With a view to achieving mutual benefits for both countries"
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is expected to address 80th UNGA session later this month
A memorandum of understanding on the establishment of a Political Consultations Mechanism is due to be signed
They’ll meet with parliamentarians, civil society, & senior government officials to share ideas
His visit "reinforces global confidence in Sri Lanka’s recovery
Sri Lanka has intensified raids at entry points and within the country to eliminate drugs
Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath addresses members of the Colombo-based Diplomatic Corps
USAID has been assisting Sri Lanka time to time after 2022 economic crisis
"Business travel is not only back on track, but it is recovering much faster than expected."
Dissanayake's new govt has promised to address rights abuses, but has rejected UN resolution
"There are significant risks and high costs for countries if they step out of the IMF programmes."
“This election reflects the strength of Sri Lanka’s democratic institutions."
Sri Lanka Navy has been arresting Indian fishermen, their boats for poaching, bottom trawling
“We are encouraged by the authorities’ commitment to continue the reform efforts."
"Assured him that India will continue to commit to Sri Lanka’s economic recovery and development," he said.
"Concluded wide ranging and detailed talks with FM Vijitha Herath today in Colombo."
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| US Dollar | 332.3603 | 330.8514 |
| UK Pound | 440.9424 | 438.3450 |
| Euro | 368.4879 | 371.0168 |
| Yen | 2.0805 | 2.0916 |
| Aus Dollar | 227.4342 | 231.1659 |
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| Indian Rupee | 3.5474 | 3.4202 |
| Korean Won | 0.2492 | 0.2479 |
| Oman Rial | 863.2287 | 859.3320 |
| Saudi Riyal | 88.5586 | 88.0955 |
| UAE Dirham | 90.4874 | 90.0766 |
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| S&P SL20 | 6,365.57 | +0.26% |
| CSE All Share | 22,157.40 | +0.56% |
| Turnover Rs | 2975.05 million | 1193.67 million |
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| 3-m bill | 7.61 | 7.84 |
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| 12-m bill | 8.23 | 8.3 |
| 3-yr bond | 9.24 | 9.25 |
| 5-yr bond | 9.82 | 9.56 |
| 8-yr bond | 10.50 | 10.48 |
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| Overnight Money | 7.70 | 7.69 |
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"Appreciate his continued support for the India-Sri Lanka relationship," he said.
High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka Santosh Jha was also present.
Discussions focused on reinforcing long-term diplomatic relations and enduring friendship between two nations
Sri Lanka Parliament signed agreement with Pakistan Institute for Parliamentary Services to enhance cooperation
Japan had already announced the resumption of 11 suspended projects in July.
"I look forward to working with you to advance peace, security, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific," outgoing Biden said
Dissanayaka is the first Marxist leader to win presidency in Sri Lanka
Focused on strengthening relations between the two countries, especially in economic, trade, investment, and tourism
Report steps out of its mandated sphere of human rights to comment on macro economics, issues under sovereign purview
The convention has been drafted and signed at the official level after discussion with the two tax authorities.
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