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A Passion for Rugby in an Unexpected PlaceBy EMMA STONEY WELLINGTON — When you think of Sri Lanka, rugby is not generally something that springs readily to mind. The island nation is ce... Read more |
SRI LANKA EXPO 2012From 28th to 31st of March 2012, Sri Lanka witnessed an international success with SRI LANKA EXPO 2012. At a time when Sri Lanka is ... Read more |
Ambassador Dayan Jayatilleka at China-UNESCO forum on ‘Confucianism and New Humanism’From left to right: Prof. Graham Ward, Dr. Jacques Attali, H.E. Dr. Dayan Jayatilleka (moderator), Sabiha Al-Khemir and Prof. Tong Shijun On Monday ... Read more |
Top European Think-Tank Releases Review on « Post-War Sri Lanka: Roads to Reconciliation »Ifri, the French Institute of International Relations (Institut français des relations internationales) released its report of the round table “Post-War Sri Lanka: Roads to Reconciliation”. ... Read more |
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May 18, 2012Statement by the Minister of External Affairs of Sri Lanka Hon.Prof.G.L.Peiris at the Ministerial Meeting of the NAM Coordinating Bureau 7-10 May 2012, Egypt
Statement by the Minister of External Affairs of Sri Lanka Hon.Prof.G.L.Peiris at the Ministerial Meeting of the NAM Coordinating Bureau 7-10 May 2012, Sharm-El-Sheikh, Egypt. 10th May 2012 H.E Mr. Mohamed Kamel Amr, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Egypt and the Chair of the Ministers’ Meeting of… read more2 -
May 18, 2012SRI LANKAN EXTERNAL AFFAIRS MINISTER PEIRIS MEETS WITH WHITE HOUSE NATIONAL SECURITY TEAM, TOP U.S. TRADE OFFICIAL
Discussions focus on resettlement and reconciliation three years after governmentforces defeated terrorist group LTTE WASHINGTON –Sri Lanka’s minister of external affairs, met with top U.S. national security and trade officials Thursday to build on the long-standing U.S.-Sri Lankan ties,… read more42 -
May 18, 2012Thailand supported Lanka in times of need - Minister Basil Rajapaksa
Thailand supported Sri Lanka at international forums, especially at the recently concluded UNCHR sessions. Longstanding historical relations between the two countries strengthened as Thailand supported Sri Lanka when the country faced critical issues in the international arena, Economic Development… read more41 -
May 18, 2012Singapore Business Delegation to arrive in Sri Lanka
The Foreign Minister of Singapore K.Shanmugam will be visiting Sri Lanka from 26th May to 2nd June accompanied by a high-powered delegation from the Singapore Business Federation. One of the key expectations of the delegation is to establish mutually-beneficial relationships with key Government… read more45 -
May 18, 2012Subodhi Institute donates books to Jaffna library
Subodhi Institute, Piliyandala, recently donated almost the whole of its general library comprising English books on a variety of subjects, to the Jaffna library as a token of solidarity and goodwill with the hope that this will be a contribution of rebuilding the library to once again become one… read more44 -
May 18, 2012Sybil Wettasinghe to be awarded Nikkei Asia Prize for Culture
Internationally-acclaimed Sri Lankan children’s author Sybil Wettasinghe adds another accolade to her list with the news that she has been awarded the Nikkei Asia Prize for Culture for 2012. “Please allow me to say what a true privilege to present you with the 17th Nikkei Asia Prize for Culture in… read more49 -
May 17, 2012MINISTER PEIRIS CONTINUES WASHINGTON VISIT WITH MEETINGS ON CAPITOL HILL, INVITES LEGISLATORS TO VISIT SRI LANKA
WASHINGTON (May 16, 2012) -- Sri Lanka’s Minister of External Affairs, Prof. G.L. Peiris, took part in a series of Capitol Hill meetings Wednesday on the second of his four-day official visit to Washington, discussing with members of the House of Representatives Sri Lanka’s progress in… read more229 -
May 17, 2012French PM Jean-Marc Ayrault names new government
France's new Socialist Prime Minister Jean-Marc Ayrault has named his government, a day after Francois Hollande was inaugurated as president. Hollande campaign chief Pierre Moscovici has been given the role of finance minister and former PM Laurent Fabius has been made foreign minister. But, in a… read more224 -
May 17, 2012WB South Asia Chief Economist to address Sri Lanka Economic Summit 2012
Kalpana Kochhar, the Chief Economist for the South Asia Region of the World Bank, is scheduled to deliver the keynote address at the inauguration of the Sri Lanka Economic Summit 2012. Kochhar will deliver her address on ‘Emerging Global & Regional Prospects and the Benefits of Regional… read more213 -
May 17, 2012Tourist arrivals continue to increase
Tourist arrivals continue to increase and in the month of April the arrivals registered a 9% increase compared to April last year. The number of tourists arrived in April amount to 69,591. Data released by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority yesterday showed arrivals topping 330,116 during… read more214 -
May 17, 2012Saudi Arabia wants joint council with Lanka
Saudi Arabia,wants a joint council to boost trade ties with Sri Lanka. “It would be necessary to complete appropriate procedures for forming a joint Council for 2003 agreement,” announced Dr. Mohammed H. Al-Kathiri, the Deputy Minister for Foreign Trade of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Dr. Al-Kathiri… read more212 -
May 16, 2012MINISTER G.L. PEIRIS TELLS WASHINGTON AUDIENCE THAT “HOME-GROWN” SOLUTION TO POST-CONFLICT RECONCILIATION WILL ENSURE LASTING PEACE IN SRI LANKA
WASHINGTON (May 15, 2012) – External Affairs Minister Prof.G.L. Peiris opened a four-day, official visit to Washington, D.C. Tuesday with a series of meetings with key U.S. Senate leaders and a talk on Sri Lanka’s post-conflict redevelopment and reconciliation programs, emphasizing that lasting… read more11 -
May 16, 2012President urges to reject communalism
President Mahinda Rajapakse has urged media institutions to reject all forms of communalism whether it is Sinhala, Tamil or Muslim. He has said that media institutions should act constantly with a sense of responsibility to prevent re-emergence of a communalist clash and not to use mass media for… read more236 -
May 16, 2012Japan-Sri Lanka investment and trade promotion
A Japanese business delegation led by Kouhei Watanabe - Chairman of the Japan - Sri Lanka Business Co-Operation Committee and Senior Corporate Adviser to ITOCHU Corporation of Japan met . Basil Rajapaksa, Minister of Economic Development at the Ministry of Economic Development Tuesday (15). Kouhei… read more223 -
May 16, 2012Sri Lanka Tourism Awards 2011
The formal tourism industry in Sri Lanka began with the enactment of Tourist Board Act, No. 10 of 1966. Since then, tourism in Sri Lanka showed a steady progress up to 1983. However, 30 years of civil war which seriously crippled our country had its devastating effect on tourism as well, resulting… read more231 -
May 16, 2012Budget 2012 gave many incentives to industrialists, entrepreneurs –Devananda
The budget 2011/2012 had provided a gamut of concessions to the Industrialists and entrepreneurs in every field. The concessions regarding tariff on raw material, marketing facilities, both local and foreign, and provision of necessary technology, had been offered to the industrialists in the… read more223 -
May 15, 2012Francois Hollande becomes France's new president
Francois Hollande has been sworn in as president of France, becoming the first Socialist leader in 17 years to occupy the Elysee Palace. He said he was aware of the challenges ahead, including the debt crisis, and vowed to "open a new path in Europe". He named close aide Jean-Marc Ayrault as his… read more244 -
May 15, 2012International Nurses Day celebrated at Temple Trees
President Mahinda Rajapaksa said that Sri Lanka is the leading country in the world when it comes to providing welfare facilities to its people. He said that free education and free health services subsidized fertilizer and other agricultural utensils, Samurdhi benefits, pensions and a wide range… read more227 -
May 15, 2012World’s second best Accounting Professionals in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has been recognised as world's second largest pool of UK qualified accounting professionals, second only to the UK and an excellent niche for outsourcing for Finance and Accounting. In addition to this the Sri Lankan BPO industry has the fastest-growing recruitment sector for jobs in Sri… read more227 -
May 15, 2012Hidden Gem
Sri Lanka ranked 21 in A T Kearney global outsourcing report May 15, 2012 (LBO) –Sri Lanka’s fledgling outsourcing business, has scored well in a recent A T Kearney study, which gave high marks for the island’s skilled talent pool and a strong business environment at competitive costs. “Sri Lanka… read more225 -
May 15, 2012Philippine - Sri Lanka economic relations strengthened
Ms. Erlinda F. Basilio, Under Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Philippines met, Minister of Economic Development Basil Rajapaksa today at the Ministry of Economic Development. Ms. Erlinda F. Basilio, Under Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Philippines meets Minister of Economic… read more227 -
May 14, 2012Sri Lanka has the opportunity to grow fast, expand regional trade and build bridges with neighbours
Ruchir Sharma I first visited Sri Lanka in 1997, shortly after a rebel bombing of the central bank headquarters had thrown the financial system into chaos. Military checkpoints made travelling around Colombo rather punishing, but the overwhelming impression was of a charming island and talented… read more238 -
May 14, 2012SL, Kuwait ink deal
Sri Lanka signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the State of Kuwait on employment migration. The two countries will be involved in joint programmes on skills oriented capacity- building and cross - border manpower exchanges as per the MoU. The MoU, a first between the two countries, has… read more231 -
May 14, 2012GL flies to US for official talks
Rasika SOMARATHNA Prof G L Peiris External Affairs Minister Prof G L Peiris will embark on a four -day official visit to the United States today. He will hold talks with US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and several high ranking government officials. He will also deliver a public lecture at the… read more232 -
May 14, 2012Let’s not ruffle their feathers
Written by Carol Aloysius World Migratory Bird Day today More than three decades ago, Sri Lanka’s once prolific bird population roamed free in their natural habitats. From the jungles of Vanni to Udawattakele in Kandy, from the coastal belt of Puttlam to the marshes in Hambantota and Kumana, they… read more231 -
May 14, 2012Sri Lanka Cricket decides to reduce number of contracted players to 60
May 14, Colombo: Sri Lanka Cricket has taken measures to reduce the number of players that are in contract with the national organization. Last year Sri Lanka Cricket had contracts with 100 players and this year the number of contracted players has been reduced to 60. Accordingly, 20 players… read more223 -
May 11, 2012Sri Lanka Opened A Mission In Turkey
By K.T.Rajasingham Sri Lanka and Turkey have opened up a new leaf in their diplomatic and bilateral relationship and Sri Lanka’s new Ambassador designate to Turkey Ms. Bharathi Wijeratne is expected to present her credential to the Turkish President Abdullah Gül in the first week of June 2012 Ms.… read more296 -
May 11, 2012EU delegation commends East development
The European Union delegation that visited the country has commended the progress made by the government in EU funded projects. At the discussion with Minister of Economic Development Mr. Basil Rajapaksa at his Ministry recently the delegation has told the Minister that during their visit to the… read more300 -
May 11, 2012Middlesex sign Lasith Malinga for Twenty20 campaign
Middlesex have signed Sri Lanka international fast bowler Lasith Malinga for their FLt20 campaign. The 28-year-old right-armer will arrive for the side's final seven games following Sri Lanka's one-day and T20 series against Pakistan. Director of cricket Angus Fraser said: "In 2011 we had a… read more296 -
May 11, 2012Environment friendly roads
Disna MUDALIGE The concepts of Environmentally Sustainable Transport (EST) are to be incorporated into urban and road network development projects currently being undertaken by the government to create a pleasant and safe urban environment for city dwellers. "By implementing these concepts into… read more292 -
May 11, 2012India, Sri Lanka dance collaboration
The India-Sri Lanka Foundation (ISLF) will stage Samhara, a collaboration between the Nrityagram Dance Ensemble, India and Sri Lanka's Chitrasena Dance Company, in Colombo today, tomorrow and May 13. Samhara explores the meeting point between the sensuousness of Nrityagram's Odissi and the… read more282 -
May 10, 2012Sri Lanka Sports Ministry to uplift sports in rural areas
May 10, Colombo: A sports conference aimed at identifying and training rural sports personnel will be held under the patronage of Sports Minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage in Ratnapura of Sabaragamuwa Province today. The seventh Provincial Sports Conference which comes under a seven-year development… read more257 -
May 10, 2012Toastmasters’ Ovation 2012 in Colombo
Over 700 Toastmasters from South India and Sri Lanka will converge in Colombo to attend the Toastmasters’ District 82 Annual Conference – ‘Ovation 2012’ to be held from 25th to 27th May 2012. Sri Lanka gets the opportunity to host this mega conference once in three years. Aptly themed “Build… read more349 -
May 10, 2012Mosquito Control Week from May 14
Nadira GUNATILLEKE Health Minister Maithripala Sirisena declared the National Mosquito Control Week from May 14 to 20. The week is aimed at accelerating and improving the effectiveness of mosquito breeding site eradication activities. Over 120 teams of entomologists are working to carry our surveys… read more341 -
May 10, 2012Sri Lanka to protect locally grown Tea
The Government has discouraged contaminating Sri Lanka Tea with imported low quality teas for export purposes. Secretary to the Treasury Dr. P.B.Jayasundera has strongly emphasized that one of the products we should uncompromisingly preserve and protect is Sri Lankan tea. He has made this statement… read more319 -
May 09, 2012Prof. G.L.Peiris with outgoing Chinese Ambassador
External Affairs Minister Prof. G.L.Peiris with outgoing Chinese Ambassador Madam Yang Xiuping and Prof. An Jingxian (Spouse of Ambassador) at a farewell dinner hosted by Prof. Peiris read more340 -
May 09, 2012Action plan to cope with Climate Change
Ishara MUDUGAMUWA The Environment Ministry will prepare a national Climate Change adaptation action plan for Sri Lanka, based on the National Climate Change Policy and National Adaptation Strategy, Environment Minister Anura Priyadarshana Yapa said. Participating as the Chief Guest at the… read more337 -
May 09, 2012Central Bank predicts reduction in Budget deficit
The Central Bank expressed confidence that regardless of global economic pressure, Sri Lanka will be able to weather economic storms in 2012, and the proactive policy measures would bear fruit in the second quarter of the year. The Governor of the Central Bank Ajith Nivard Cabraal acknowledged that… read more307 -
May 09, 2012East vs .West, good vs. bad: Dissecting ‘glocalisation’ in branding
SHANGHAI: At the 2012 Asian Marketing Effectiveness Festival, Tom Doctoroff, Mythili Chandrasekar, and Jordan Price from JWT sat down with the agency’s clients Leanne Cutts from Kraft Foods and Rex Wong from Anheuser-Busch InBev to ask how much gravitas the cultural gap between the East and West… read more345 -
May 09, 2012BLESSINGS FOR GLOBAL PEACE: Sangha from 30 countries gather in Colombo
Rasika SOMARATHNA A blessings ceremony by a world Sangha congregation for global peace to mark the 2600th anniversary of the Buddha’s Enlightenment, began at the Nelum Pokuna(Lotus Pond) theatre in Colombo yesterday under the patronage of President Mahinda Rajapaksa. Over 500 members of Maha Sangha… read more340 -
May 08, 2012Ambassador Oshadhi Alahapperuma presented his credentials to the President of Lithuania
Ambassador Oshadhi Alahapperuma presented his credentials to the President of Lithuania Ms. Dalia Grybauskait, as the Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Republic of Lithuania, at the Presidential Palace in Vilnius. The President wished the Ambassador every success in discharging the responsible duties… read more344 -
May 08, 2012Let’s go ‘see’ Vesak
Hard times, changing lifestyles and traditions have not dimmed the enthusiasm of the public to visit the city from far and wide to take in the illuminations and partake of dansals that are very much a part of the celebrations of this most important holiday in the country. By Tharooshie Mahahewage… read more306 -
May 08, 2012February exports jump shows January passing cloud now cleared: Rishad
February 2012’s exports earnings show Sri Lanka’s export lull in January to be only temporary. “The February increase in exports by 7.6% shows the positive reversal of our exports from that of January. It also shows that the January lull is a mere passing cloud, which has now cleared,” said… read more224 -
May 08, 2012Lanka to export maize for the first time
Maize is to be exported for the first time in Sri Lanka. The government has taken measures to export maize within the next two weeks, said Agriculture Minister Mahinda Yapa Abeywardane. “Sri Lanka is already self-sufficient in maize. The surplus will be exported to Canada, Taiwan, etc. The annual… read more259 -
May 08, 2012Japan to provide technical know-how in fisheries
Japanese Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Minister Michihiki Kano agreed to provide modern technological training for Sri Lankan fisheries industrialists, Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Development Minister Dr.Rajitha Senaratne said. Minister Senaratne had made an official visit to Japan… read more244 -
May 07, 2012Socialist Francois Hollande wins French presidency
French socialist Francois Hollande has won a clear victory in the country's presidential election. Mr Hollande - who polled just under 52% of votes in Sunday's run-off - spoke of his pride at becoming president. Admitting defeat, centre-right incumbent Nicolas Sarkozy wished "good luck" to Mr… read more339 -
May 07, 2012Sri Lanka: A hidden gem for IT, BPO and knowledge services, says A.T. Kearney
A.T. Kearney, a well-acclaimed global management consultancy firm, was recently commissioned by ICT Agency of Sri Lanka (ICTA) to benchmark Sri Lanka as a destination for knowledge services exports. Sri Lanka was ranked 21st in the Global Services Location Index, a measure utilised by AT Kearney… read more321 -
May 07, 2012President Rajapaksa and Visiting Japanese Dy Premier visit Upper Kotmale hydro power project
President Mahinda Rajapaksa and Japanese Deputy Prime Minister Katsuya Okada, who is on a two-day state visit, paid an inspection tour of the Upper Kotmale Hydro Power Project saturday (May 05). This power plant being the last mega hydro power project was launched in 2006 with financial assistance… read more317 -
May 04, 2012SLs investment potential apprised at Dubai Investment Forum
The highest over subscription ever seen for a Sri Lankan international bond in April and KPMG’s latest positive Change Readiness Index ranking for Sri Lanka have increased international investor confidence in Sri Lanka. Addressing the ‘Cross Regional Trade & Investment Roundup’ Executive… read more674 -
May 04, 2012Sri Lanka, an anchor destination for new Indian Ocean cruise
May 03, 2012 (LBO) – A new Indian Ocean cruise is due to open this winter, ferrying passengers to Sri Lanka's main port of Colombo, targeting some 4,000 up market tourists from German speaking countries, officials said. Mooted by FTI Group, a German tour operator, the 206-cabin cruise liner… read more382 -
May 04, 2012Boat Show Sri Lanka 2012, launching pad for future industry growth
Sanjeevi JAYASURIYA The Boat Show Sri Lanka 2012 will be held for three days from May 18 at the BMICH in Colombo. The show is considered as a vital platform for the local boating industry to grow and build B2B linkages. The show will provide an opportunity for Sri Lanka to showcase capabilities and… read more388 -
May 04, 2012India-Sri Lanka Foundation facilitates students from Northern Province of Sri Lanka to visit India
A twenty-member team of students from various government schools in the Northern Province of Sri Lanka visited New Delhi, under the student exchange programme of the India-Sri Lanka Foundation, from 16-22 April 2012. The Governments of Sri Lanka and India established the India-Sri Lanka Foundation… read more376 -
May 03, 2012Sri Lanka elected as the Vice- Chairperson of the Compliance Committee at the Sixteenth Session of the IOTC
Dr. (Mrs.) Damitha de Zoysa ,Secretary of the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Development was nominated and elected unanimously as Vice- Chair for the next biennium at the Ninth Session of the Compliance Committee (CoC 09) of the Sixteenth Session of the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission… read more354 -
May 03, 2012European Parliament's (MEP) Delegation meeting with Prof.G.L.Peiris
Three Members of the European Parliament’s (MEP) Delegation for Relations with Countries of South Asia called on the External Affairs Minister Prof. G. L. Peiris this (30th April) morning at the Ministry. The Delegation discussed with the Minister issues of interest to the European Parliament,… read more345 -
May 03, 2012A Passion for Rugby in an Unexpected Place
By EMMA STONEY WELLINGTON — When you think of Sri Lanka, rugby is not generally something that springs readily to mind. The island nation is certainly better known for cricket, tea exports and its recently ended civil war. But Sri Lanka’s British colonial forefathers left behind more than cricket… read more354 -
May 03, 2012Bearing The Torch
By Raisa Wickrematunge The Story of Haresh, the Sri Lankan student who will be a torchbearer during the London Olympics. Haresh worked with Kenyan children in Kisumu, The CIS student is the only Sri Lankan chosen to carry the torch and 60,000 people vied for the honour of carrying the Olympic flame… read more445 -
May 03, 2012Sri Lanka tops India and China in financial attractiveness
Sri Lanka which has become a preferred outsourcing destination is looking to gather momentum. In the recently released A T Kearney’s Global Services Locations Index Sri Lanka has been ranked on the 21st position. It also has ranked Sri Lanka as the 5th in terms of financial attractiveness ahead of… read more312 -
May 03, 2012Natural gases - solution to energy wastage
Minister Premajayantha There are solutions to energy wastage in Sri Lanka and it was necessary to have a proper plan to reduce wastage, said Petroleum Industries Minister Susil Premajayantha, when he addressed the media yesterday at his Ministry. "The Petroleum Industries Ministry plans to… read more285 -
May 03, 2012Lankan chamber signs pact with BRICS industry body
Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) has signed a cooperation agreement with the Chamber for Promotion and Economic Development of the BRICS group of countries. The agreement is aimed at promoting an identified range of products/services between Sri Lanka and BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and… read more309 -
May 02, 2012Working masses deserve honour, pride - President
“I extend my warm and comradely good wishes to the working people of Sri Lanka who today celebrate International Workers’ Day, together with working people throughout the world,” President Mahinda Rajapaksa said in a May Day message. The message: “We have great pride at the worldwide recognition… read more316 -
May 02, 2012RCCI and Lanka’s CCC signs MoU on bilateral trade
COLOMBO: Following launch of the Grand Made in Pakistan - Single country exhibition in Colombo; Pakistan’s Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) signed a Memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) of Srilanka under the patronage of the High Commission… read more329 -
May 02, 2012India Sri Lanka & Maldives Successfully Conduct Joint Exercise in Maldives
The Coast Guards of India, Sri Lanka and Maldives participated in a joint exercise named “Dosti XI” in Maldives from 23 to 27 April 2012. The exercise was successfully conducted off Male with the three Coast Guards working together to hone their skills. Exercise “Dosti” (Friendship) till now was a… read more287 -
May 02, 2012India Investrade 2012 on ‘Realty Construction and Construction Materials’ a huge success
Generates over $ 70 million of business enquiry Indian Chamber of Commerce, Kolkatta organised ‘India Investrade 2012: An exposition and Buyer Seller Meet on Realty Construction and Construction Materials’ from 26-28 April at BMICH, Colombo. The event was organised with the support of Ministry of… read more293 -
May 01, 2012Mr. George Yeo, former Foreign Minister of Singapore paid a courtesy call on Prof. G.L.Peiris, Minister of External Affairs, recently in Colombo .
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May 01, 2012Visit of Mr. Wolfgang Waldner, State Secretary (Deputy Minister) of Foreign Affairs of Austria
The State Secretary (Deputy Minister) of Foreign Affairs of Austria, H.E. Mr. Wolfgang Waldner called on Hon. Neomal Perera, Deputy Minister of External Affairs today (30/04) at the Ministry of External Affairs. The Austrian State Secretary of Foreign Affairs is on a visit to Sri Lanka at present,… read more267 -
April 30, 2012Sri Lanka ranks first among SA countries on Change Readiness index
The recently released results of the 2012 Change Readiness Index have ranked Sri Lanka at the 22nd place among 60 developing and emerging world economies and first among South Asian countries. The survey conducted by the KPMG International, in collaboration with researchers from the Overseas… read more323 -
April 30, 2012Task Force for Trilingual Sri Lanka appointed
Disna MUDALIGE A Presidential Task Force for a Trilingual Sri Lanka had been appointed under the Chairmanship of Secretary to the President Lalith Weeratunga to implement the 10 - year national plan which was launched officially on January 21. Advisor to the President Sunimal Fernando holds the… read more278 -
April 30, 2012Sri Lanka is an extremely promising investment destination - Jones Lang LaSalle
A survey report launched by a financial and professional services firm Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) says that Sri Lanka is an extremely promising market for organized commercial, residential and retail real estate services. The country has been on a strong growth trajectory since the re-establishment… read more361 -
April 30, 2012SL's largest shopping mall to begin construction later this year
A property development comprising what is anticipated to be Sri Lanka's largest shopping mall will start construction later this year, according to Singaporean property tycoon S.P. Tao, the non-executive Chairman of Overseas Realty, the property's developer. Quoted in Overseas Realty's 2011 Annual… read more320 -
April 30, 2012The Onion Miracle
Studies carried out by doctors and scientists have found that onion has a miraculous quality of attracting bacteria and viruses. Researches have proved that placing an unpeeled onion on a dish in a room could prevent people getting affected during the times of flue epidemic as the onion absorbs the… read more370 -
April 27, 2012Dr. Chris Nonis Wins: ‘Diplomat of the Year 2012 for Asia’, says ‘I am not Sinhalese, Tamil, Muslim or Burgher, I am Sri Lankan’
London, 26 April, (Asiantribune.com): Sri Lankan High Commissioner for the United Kingdom wins the prestigious ‘Diplomat Of The Year 2012 For Asia.’ He was chosen from the 164 Embassies and Diplomatic Missions in London. This is the first time a Sri Lankan High Commissioner has won such an award… read more69 -
April 27, 2012International Day of Jazz Launched at UNESCO
Today, Friday 30th April, 2012, UNESCO launched its first International Jazz Day in order to raise awareness in the international community of the virtues of jazz as an educational tool, and a force for peace, unity, dialogue and enhanced cooperation among people. During its 187th Session in Paris… read more548 -
April 27, 2012Be a partner in Sri Lanka's prosperous march – President to Korean business community
President Mahinda Rajapaksa invited Korean business community to invest in Sri Lanka and to be a partner in the prosperous march of our nation. "I can confidently assure you that you will truly be happy that you took such a decision," President said addressing Sri Lanka- Korea Business Forum hosted… read more588 -
April 27, 2012Sri Lanka: Southern Asia Ports Logistics 2012 Kicks Off
The Southern Asia Ports, Logistics and Shipping 2012 Exhibition and Conference kicked off with great fanfare at Cinnamon Grand Hotel in Colombo, the 26th of April. Being set on this occasion for the first time in Colombo for two days, this event is in its 7th consecutive year to be held in Southern… read more531 -
April 27, 2012Sri Lanka allocates Rs. 8.6 billion to develop 1,000 schools
Apr 26, Colombo: Sri Lanka Treasury has allocated Rs. 8.6 billion to develop 1,000 primary and secondary schools of the country to improve the education as a whole and promote science and math education. Under the "Thousand Secondary Schools Development Programme" launched by President Mahinda… read more526 -
April 26, 2012Cyclo d’or prize winning “Nikini Wessa” screened in Paris
Sri Lankan film director, Aruna Jayawardena’s “Nikini Wessa” was screened in Paris at Musée Guimet as part of celebrations commemorating the 18th Asian International Film Festival in France. “Nikini Wessa” (August Drizzle) was screened at the Festival which was held from 14th to 21st February 2012… read more366 -
April 26, 2012PRESIDENT TELLS SOUTH KOREAN BUSINESS LEADERS: SL, today a robust new investment destination
‘Be a partner in the prosperous march of our nation’: Strengthening ties President Mahinda Rajapaksa with South Korean President Lee Myung-Bak, First Lady Shiranthi Rajapaksa and the South Korean First Lady Kim Yoon-ok in Seoul yesterday. Picture by Sudath Silva Sri Lanka today is able to provide a… read more275 -
April 26, 2012Sri Lanka to improve communication to face future disasters
COLOMBO, April 24 (Xinhua) -- Following April 11 major tsunami warning and evacuation, Sri Lanka plans to modernize its disaster management system with the coordination of media, a minister said on Tuesday. The government is to prepare a new program to disseminate information to media more… read more276 -
April 26, 2012Blood pressure meters in public places
Sri Lanka will install meters in Colombo's public places to measure blood pressure of people, in a country where at least 350 die every day due to heart attacks, hypertension and respiratory diseases. W.M.D. Wanninayake, media secretary of the ministry of health, said five blood pressure apparatus… read more343 -
April 25, 2012Sri Lanka a robust investment destination – President tells Korean business leaders
All our economic sectors, agriculture, industries and services are performing well, and we are today able to provide a robust new investment destination as a frontier country to the rest of the world. In that background, many investors realize that Sri Lanka is well poised to offer a safe and sound… read more362 -
April 25, 2012Lanka, Korea sign three agreements
Three bilateral agreements were signed between Sri Lanka and Korea at the Blue House, the official residence of the Korean President in Seoul yesterday. The agreements were signed following bilateral talks between President Mahinda Rajapaksa, who is on a four-day official visit to Korea and his… read more377 -
April 25, 2012Sri Lanka's second international airport to be operational by the end of the year
Apr 23, Colombo: Sri Lanka's second international airport in Mattala of Hambantota district will be officially declared open for international aviation by the end of this year, the Minister of Civil Aviation Priyankara Jayaratne has said. According to the Minister, construction of the airport is… read more331 -
April 25, 2012Sri Lanka gas find seen to have commercial potential
April 24, 2012 (LBO) - Cairn India which struck gas in two offshore wells in Sri Lankan waters last year has indicated that at least one may have commercial potential so far. The company found natural gas in two of three test wells drilled in the Mannar Basin, off the island's north-west coast,… read more400 -
April 24, 2012Delegation from Sri Lankan Embassy in Paris meets Che Guevara’s daughter
From left to right: Ms. Theruni Sebastiampillai, Dr. Aleida Guevara and Ms. Kamaya Jayatissa On April 19, 2012, a Delegation of the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Paris attended “Death and Rebirth”, a symphony played on the occasion of the 45th death anniversary of the Cuban revolutionary Ernesto Che… read more444 -
April 24, 2012Phoenix Ogilvy wins ‘Best of Asia’ Gold at Goafest
Adding to its string of International and Regional awards, Phoenix Ogilvy, bagged Gold and Silver at the 2012 edition of Indian Advertising industry’s Annual Conclave Goafest last Saturday. Phoenix is the only Sri Lankan advertising agency to win Gold at Goafest, 2012. India, Pakistan, Bangladesh,… read more431 -
April 24, 2012President arrives in Seoul
On an invitation extended by the South Korean President Lee Myung-Bak, President Mahinda Rajapaksa and the First Lady Madam Shiranthi Rajapaksa arrived at Seoul Air Base in South Korea this morning on a four day official visit. The President and his delegation was received on arrival by the Vice… read more484 -
April 24, 2012Sri Lankan Inventors shine in Geneva
The inventions of Dr S.J.B Lenadora and Mr Dinesh Katugampala took the forefront at the ‘Inventions Geneva’ Exhibition, winning prestigious Gold and Silver medals at the event. ‘Inventions Geneva’ which is the 40th International Exhibition of Inventions of Geneva, is considered to be one of the… read more518 -
April 24, 2012IMF to commence next review of SL's economic performance in June
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is to commence the next review on Sri Lanka's economic performance under the US$ 2.6 billion Stand-By Agreement (SBA) in June. The IMF would consider the disbursement of the final US$ 400 million tranche of the SBA after considering the representations by the… read more468 -
April 24, 2012Colombo dockyard builds its largest vessel
Colombo Dockyard has laid the keel, to commence the construction of the largest vessel in its history of Shipbuilding, a 400 Passenger cum 250 Ton Cargo Vessel for the Administration of Union Territory of Lakshadweep, India. Once completed, these vessels will be deployed to cater to the increased… read more374 -
April 23, 2012When the giants of the deep blue depths came out in numbers
The unique sighting of a school of more than 100 to 150 sperm whales that marked their presence in the waters off the north western coast of Sri Lanka with the dawn of the Sinhala & Tamil New Year raised many questions for conservationists and marine biologists.First sighted approximately six… read more495 -
April 23, 2012Sri Lanka and Israel conduct Bilateral Consultations
The first ever bilateral consultations between the Ministry of External Affairs of Sri Lanka and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Israel were held at the Ministry of External Affairs in Colombo on 20th April, 2012. Secretary/External Affairs of Sri Lanka Karunatilaka Amunugama and the Deputy… read more459 -
April 23, 2012President Mahinda Rajapaksa to undertake state visit to South Korea
President Mahinda Rajapaksa will undertake a state visit to South Korea from April 23 to 27 at the invitation of the President of South Korea, Lee Myung-Bak, said Presidential Spokesman and International Media Advisor Bandula Jayasekera in a release yesterday. During his visit to South Korea,… read more488 -
April 23, 2012Improvement in condition of Sri Lankan Tamils seen - Indian MPs
The Hindu FIRST-HAND ACCOUNT: Congress MPs (from left) M. Krishnassamy, Sudharsana Natchiappan and TNCC president Gnanadesikan addressing the media in Chennai on Saturday. Photo: Ragu “But there was also lingering fear among them”. Five of the 12 member delegation was from Tamil Nadu State. The… read more513 -
April 23, 2012Houses, water and electricity for all plantation sector families
People in the plantation areas are already enjoying the fruits of the government’s development programs. All of them will be soon provided with houses, water supply and electricity. Infrastructure for this purpose is now being built, according to Economic Development Minister Basil Rajapaksa. He… read more437 -
April 23, 2012Former President Gayoom meets with Sri Lankan President
Ahmed Hamdhoon, Haveeru Online Former President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom has met with Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa yesterday. A statement released by the Secretariat of the former President read that during the courtesy call both leaders discussed further methods to strengthen bilateral… read more431 -
April 20, 2012Sri Lanka to host international telecommunication meeting
Sri Lanka will be hosting a high level global meeting on telecommunication in October this year in Colombo. The 12th edition of Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR) and the Global Industry Leaders Forum (GILF) of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) will be held in Sri Lanka from… read more643 -
April 20, 2012Sri Lanka offers its expertise to Seychelles
By Ravi Ladduwahetty Prof. G. L. Peiris briefs the media as his Seychelles counterpart Jean Paul Adam looks on Sri Lanka will offer its expertise to Seychelles in countering piracy, boat building, fisheries, education, tourism, health and power generation following the bilateral talks held… read more520 -
April 20, 2012President to visit South Korea
President Mahinda Rajapaksa is to leave for South Korea on a four-day official visit from April 23 – 27 on an invitation extended by the South Korean President Lee Myung-Bak. President Rajapaksa will hold bilateral discussions with his South Korean counterpart while several agreements will also be… read more541 -
April 20, 2012India will provide skills training to Lankan youths - Visiting Indian Delegation Leader
The visiting Indian All Party Parliamentary Delegation accompanied by the minister of Economic Development Basil Rajapaksa visited the Batticaloa district on Friday afternoon. The Leader of the delegation and the Opposition Leader of the Indian Parliament Ms Sushma Swaraj and the Minister Basil… read more565 -
April 19, 2012Sri Lanka’s first major pharmaceutical plant
The International pharmaceutical manufacturing firm, Glaxo Wellcome Ceylon GlaxoSmithKline will launch Sri Lanka’s first ever solid pharma production facility on 24th April at Moratuwa. The new facility equipped with the state of the art machinery will be producing a huge volume of 2.5 billion… read more311
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