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"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."
Both South Asian island nations celebrate 60-years of diplomatic relations this year
Sri Lanka has yet to formulate SOP to approve foreign research vessels though a ban elapsed in December
Solheim was a controversial figure in Sri Lanka during his tenure as peace negotiator
The agreement was signed on Monday October 1
Sri Lanka sees toughest UNHRC resolution after continuous failure to address human rights
“This is not a fair reflection of the people’s will. This is heavy lobbying. This is geopolitics,” he said.
“It is against our constitution and we have to respond to that."
Treasury Secretary Mahinda Siriwardena is expected to join the president at the ADB meeting.
Sri Lankans in rural areas are severely affected with CKD
He had also expressed an interest in exploring investment opportunities in renewable energy in Sri Lanka
President Wickremesinghe is in Tokyo on a two-day official visit.
The proposal seeks to overcome legal hurdles encountered in joint operations between Sri Lanka and the Maldives
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The health minister said 92 of 383 drugs are short in supply though Sri Lanka has 14 of the most vital drugs in stock
Launched in June, WFP’s emergency response aims to help 3.4 million of those most at risk
Sri Lanka has been looking to improve relations with the West since President Wickremesinghe was sworn in.
This funding has been given to Sri Lankan in addition to a previous funding of 60 dollars million
Wickremesinghe also met King Charles III on Sunday September 18.
First lady Maitri Wickramasinghe also took part, the statement said.
Critics of the party have claimed that the party is trying to quietly sow public scepticism about the deal
Minister Sabry will deliver his speech on September 24 in the sessions which will be held from September 20 to 26.
Sri Lanka has sought Japan's assistance to facilitate debt restructuring talks
The embassy tweeted Wednesday September 14 morning that the ticket was "forged".
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