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Nanson will work jointly with Sri Lanka scientists and NARA in marine research
“Sri Lanka reaffirmed its interest in strengthening economic ties, with particular emphasis on trade, tourism
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
Viet Nam and Sri Lanka exchanged 5 memoranda of understanding on tourism, security cooperation, commercial engagement,
Viet Nam's President and Communist Party General Secretary Tô Lâm will visit
Sri Lanka delayed the approval for Nansen last month amid lack of SOP to handle foreign research veseels
Japan is one of the largest Sri Lankan lenders before China stepped in
China has donated construction of 1996 housing units for low income families
Sri Lanka established committee to look into foreign research vessel only this month
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
Asks apply for visa 2-3 weeks before the travel
This is a party that talks about their friendship with the downtrodden people, the Palestinian struggle
A UN-flagged FAO research vessel is scheduled to conduct marine ecosystem, fish stock research in July/August
Sri Lanka yet to formulate SOP to facilitate foreign research vessels amid Indian pressure
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Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral economic cooperation, explored avenues to strengthen ties
A one-year ban on foreign research vessels under last year, but new govt has failed to appoint SOP panel so far
Earlier in the day Disanayake met German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier.
It will be President Dissanayake's 5th official foreign visit
"Sri Lanka remains committed to supporting a negotiated settlement in line with internationally agreed parameters
European Union delegation visit May 28-31
Discussions will focus on strengthening cooperation between the two countries
The Deputy PM will meet both President Dissanayake and Sri Lanka PM Amarasuriya
Sri Lanka has been eying for capacity building in media industry and among journalists
To foster practical collaboration and ensure Sri Lanka’s economic interests are well-articulated on the global stage
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