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The United Kingdom is among more than 30 countries that have pledged support to an ongoing ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes competing in international sporting events amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. It follows a summit involving all the nations earlier this month. The International
The United Kingdom is among more than 30 countries that have pledged support to an ongoing ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes competing in international sporting events amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. It follows a summit involving all the nations earlier this month. The International
BBC reported that US President Joe Biden has made a surprise visit to Kyiv – his first to Ukraine since Russia invaded almost a year ago. It comes as the anniversary of Russia’s invasion approaches on 24 February Biden said the United States would stand with Ukraine “
President Joe Biden visited Kyiv on Monday for the first time since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine almost a year ago, demonstrating in dramatic personal fashion his commitment to the country and its struggle as the war enters an uncertain new phase.
Imran Khan lauds India’s foreign policy and the stand taken for the benefit of the people. “There are two kinds of people in life: those who like India and those who do not.” Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan obviously falls into the first category of people. Khan has often expressed his admiration for India’s […]
The US has “formally determined” that Russia had committed crimes against humanity in Ukraine, US Vice-President Kamala Harris has said. Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, Ms Harris accused Russia of “gruesome acts of murder, torture, rape and deportation”
The United States has “formally determined” that Russia had committed crimes against humanity in Ukraine, US Vice-President Kamala Harris has said. Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, Ms Harris accused Russia of “gruesome acts of murder, torture, rape and deportation”
By Easwaran Rutnam Germany has sought Sri Lanka’s support for a resolution at the United Nations against Russia, a visiting German MP said. Speaking to a group of journalists after wrapping up a visit to Sri Lanka, German MP Dr. Peter Ramsauer said that he raised the issue with President Ranil Wickremesinghe. The European Union […]
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) today (17th February) marked its 160th year of work to bring relief to millions of people adversely affected by armed conflict. Technological advances have changed warfare drastically since 1863. But one thing has remained sadly consistent: the level of suffering that civilians caught in conflict are made […]
India is drafting a proposal for G20 countries to help debtor nations badly hit by the economic fallout from the pandemic and Ukraine war, by asking lenders including China, the world's largest sovereign creditor, to take a large haircut on loans.The post Exclusive: G20 host India to propose China
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in neighbouring Ukraine, Moldova has been facing inflation, high energy prices, a refugee influx and Russian [...
in neighbouring Ukraine, Moldova has been facing inflation, high energy prices, a refugee influx and Russian [...
by Levan Dzhagaryan Ambassador of Russia to Sri Lanka On February 10, Russia celebrates Diplomats’ Day, the professional holiday of the Foreign Ministry’s current and retired staff members. It was established by the Presidential Decree in 2002. The date is closely associated with the history of Russia’s first foreign affairs agency – the Ambassadorial Department, […]
The mayor of Paris does not want Russia to compete at the 2024 Olympic Games while the war in Ukraine continues. Anne Hidalgo said last month she was in favour of Russia competing under a neutral banner, but has changed stance. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has said Russians
US President Joe Biden has warned that the US will move to protect itself if China threatens its sovereignty as he used a joint address to Congress to deliver a defiant message to Beijing and defend his economic record in the White House. “I am committed to work with China where it can advance American […]
The Olympic committees of five Nordic nations have backed calls for the ban on Russian and Belarusian athletes to be upheld for the Paris 2024 Games. In a joint statement the Finnish, Icelandic, Norwegian, Swedish and Danish committees said: “Now is not the right time to consider their return.” The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has […]
By Shamindra Ferdinando Eric Walsh presented his credentials to President Ranil Wickremesinghe, on Feb. 02, at the President’s House in Kandy. Wickremesinghe was flanked by Foreign Minister Ali Sabry, PC, and Presidential Secretary Saman Ekanayake. Canada, with the concurrence of Sri Lanka, appointed Walsh as High Commissioner of Canada to Colombo. Walsh, who had served […]
Energy giant BP has reported record annual profits after oil and gas prices surged last year following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The company’s profits more than doubled to $27.7bn (£23bn) in 2022, compared with $12.8bn the year before. Other energy firms have seen similar rises
BBC reported that the United States had said that the additional military aid to Ukraine worth $2.2bn (£1.83bn) will include long-range missiles capable of doubling its attack range. It brings the total amount of military aid given to Ukraine to more than $29.3bn (£24.31bn) since February 2022
and Belarusians to compete in 2024. Ukraine has threatened to boycott the Paris […]
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved loans of $4.7 billion to Bangladesh for disbursal starting immediately, making it the first to secure such funds out of three South Asian countries that applied last year amid economic trouble.The post Bangladesh secures $4.7 billion from IMF as other South Asian countries see delays appeared first on Sri Lanka News - Latest Breaking News in Sri L...
The global economy will weaken this year as rising interest rates and Russia s war in Ukraine continue to weigh on activity. But economists are more optimistic than they were just a few months ago.
Be it Indian silk, spices or Information Technology, India’s growth in each sector is helping Oman and other Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) come closer to New Delhi and the ties are getting stronger by the day, senior Omani editor said on his recent visit to New Delhi. While highlighting the historical and cultural aspects of […]
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Ukraine could boycott the 2024 Paris Olympics if Russian and Belarusian athletes are allowed to compete, says the country’s sports minister. The International Olympic Committee said on Wednesday it would “explore a pathway” for athletes from the two countries
Ukraine s president has thanked Western leaders for sending tanks to support the fight against Russia, but said they needed to be delivered quickly.
USD 3 mn Japanese grant attached to ongoing project By Shamindra Ferdinando An agreement on the much advertised cash assistance, provided exclusively to paddy farmers by the Wickremesinghe-Rajapaksa government, was finalised several weeks before then President Gotabaya Rajapaksa stepped down on July 14, 2022 amidst violent protests. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has provided the […]
India is set to export a record 50 million eggs this month, boosted by sales to Malaysia, where there have been acute shortages as soaring feed prices caused by the Ukraine war forced many small-scale farmers to cut output, industry officials said.
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson visited Kyiv on a surprise trip on Sunday, meeting President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and pledging that Britain would Âstick by Ukraine as long as it takesÂ.