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Foreign Secretary Aruni Wijewardane has met with U.S. Assistant Secretary for South and Central Asian Affairs Donald Lu and discussed avenues to further consolidate Sri Lanka  U.S. bilateral relations.
By Shamindra Ferdinando The Jathika Jana Balawegaya (JJB) yesterday declared that their coalition intended to introduce a new Constitution following the presidential poll scheduled to be conducted later this year. Attorney-at-law Sunil Watagala said that as it wouldn’t be possible to enact a new Constitution, soon after the election, the JJB would continue with the […]
- Decorated SLAF officer moves SC against being blacklisted (Category: Breaking News)
- Domestic debt restructuring and pension funds : JJB alleges Prez trying to influence judiciary (Category: Breaking News)
- Bid to delay LG polls:JVP threatens legal action against public officials, ministers (Category: Breaking News)
- Lawyers Collective condemns Anti-Terrorism and Online Safety Bills (Category: Breaking News)
The newly-appointed Ambassador-designate of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of the Netherlands and the Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), Rekha Gunasekera assumed duties at the Embassy of Sri Lanka in the Netherlands last Friday (10). Her assumption of duties was marked by a simple ceremony […]
- Cricket Cup (Category: Business)
- Netherlands' appreciates Govt stand (Category: Breaking News)
- Appointment of the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Netherlands to Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lankan as Dy. Dir. General of Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons in The Ha... (Category: Breaking News)
by D. I. I. Amarasinghe Nursing, often regarded as the heartbeat of healthcare systems, has undergone a profound evolution in Sri Lanka. From humble beginnings to modern-day complexities, the trajectory of nursing services in this island nation reflects a rich tapestry of dedication, challenges, and opportunities. Nursing in Sri Lanka has undergone a significant evolution […]
- IIHS Multiversity joins hands with U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (Category: Breaking News)
- Navigating challenges of dental education in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Skills Beyond Borders: Are Sri Lankan returnee migrant workers equipped for migration triumph? (Category: Breaking News)
One of Europe’s most notorious people-smugglers has been arrested in Iraq following a BBC investigation. Barzan Majeed was arrested in Iraqi Kurdistan on Sunday morning, a senior government official said. For several years, he and his gang were heavily involved in the people-smuggling trade – in boats and lorries – across the English Channel. The […]
- One dead as London-Singapore flight hit by turbulence (Category: Breaking News)
- Switzerland’s Nemo wins Eurovision 2024 (Category: Breaking News)
- Gunmen storm Ecuador television studio live on air (Category: Breaking News)
- Fourteen killed and dozens injured after Mumbai billboard collapse (Category: Breaking News)
France won a record 15 billion euros ($16.17 billion) in foreign investment pledges on Monday, allowing President Emmanuel Macron to bask in the limelight with global CEOs and forget about strained public finances and weak polls for a while.
[…]The post Being Meticulously Scrupulous! appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- A Painted Ship In A Painted Ocean (Category: Breaking News)
- The Buddha’s Idea Of Critical Thinking (Category: Breaking News)
- Bleeding Hearts & Brave Hearts (Category: Breaking News)
- Brahmins Demand A Debate On Debt (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Tentative Recovery Of The Economy Will Not Be Stalled By The Presidential Election: Response To The Governor Of The Central Bank appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- RW, IMF & The Economy (Category: Breaking News)
- NPP Deserves Fairness From Critics (Category: Breaking News)
- Ranil Vs. AKD: Who Will Blink First? (Category: Breaking News)
- Homework For NPP (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post After May Day: Now What? appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Planning For A Year Of Elections (Category: Breaking News)
- Trump-Ramasamy Ticket GOP’s Best Bet In 2024; US Events Will Affect The Whole World (Category: Breaking News)
- AKD’s Recent Climb Is Meteoric, Yet A Long Way To Go (Category: Breaking News)
- Election Or No Election, Ranil Is done; He’s Not Fit For Office (Category: Breaking News)
Information has been uncovered regarding a large-scale racket of illegally importing shoes manufactured in foreign countries and selling them within Sri Lanka.
SLPP leader Mahinda Rajapaksa, MP, has asked President Ranil Wickremesinghe to suspend ongoing privatisation projects, pending the conclusion of the presidential polls scheduled for Sept/Oct this year. Former President Rajapaksa has said in a media statement: “The present government is an interim arrangement formed to run the country for the remainder of former President Gotabaya […]
- IMF-led privatisation, land and resource grab in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- The Sale Of National Assets & State Owned Enterprises (Category: Breaking News)
- Godahewa sounds alarm over attempts to privatise profitable Insurance Corporation (Category: Breaking News)
- A golden opportunity for the Government (Category: Business)
Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to replace his long-standing ally Sergei Shoigu as defence minister, the Kremlin has announced. The 68-year-old has been in the role since 2012 and is to be appointed the head of Russia’s Security Council. Papers published by the upper chamber of the Russian parliament said Shoigu will be replaced […]
- Trump lawyer clashes with Michael Cohen in hush-money trial (Category: Breaking News)
- Have Trump prosecutors made their case at hush-money trial? (Category: Breaking News)
- Pentagon to ‘rush’ Patriot missiles to Ukraine in $6bn package (Category: Breaking News)
- Little chance of change as Vladimir Putin is sworn in again (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Palestine & Ukraine: Two More Nails In Imperialism’s Coffin? – Part III appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- At least 49 civilians, 15 soldiers killed in northeast Mali attacks – interim government (Category: Breaking News)
- Another Sri Lanka Army contingent heads to Mali (Category: Breaking News)
- Four Sri Lankan peacekeepers injured in IED attack in Mali: UN (Category: Breaking News)
- Palestine & Ukraine: Two More Nails In Imperialism’s Coffin? – Part II (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Economic Growth, National Security, And What Next For Sri Lanka appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Colombo University Business Economic Summit 2024: Keynote Address (Category: Breaking News)
- The Magic 2048: What Is To Be Done To Make Ranilnomics A Reality? (Category: Breaking News)
- Economy 2024: More Challenging Than The Two Previous Years (Category: Breaking News)
- Target 2048 – Growth Lab Experiment Should Be Converted From A Mere Wish To Ground Level Reality (Category: Breaking News)
Former Prime Minister and leader of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP), Mahinda Rajapaksa, has called for the postponement of the Government decision to privatize state assets. Rajapaksa said that as a measure to ease the widespread discontent over the government’s divestiture drive, he proposes that all moves to sell off state owned assets or […]
- Restructuring of CEB to continue despite Mahinda’s concerns (Category: Breaking News)
- Overseas travel ban on Mahinda temporarily lifted (Category: Breaking News)
- Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa resigns (Category: Breaking News)
- Mahinda Rajapaksa accuses ‘Aragalaya’ of murder (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe stated that he expects to increase the growth rate of Sri Lanka’s economy to up to 3% by the year 2025 and mentioned that steps would be taken to increase the salaries of government employees.The post Sri Lanka Nursing University inaugurated appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
- Growth rate of Sri Lanka’s economy will be increased up to 3% by 2025 – President (Category: Breaking News)
- President proposes establishing Int l University on Climate Change in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka Government focuses on promoting ‘Health Tourism’ (Category: Breaking News)
- President seeks ADB support to set up International University on Climate Change in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post The Sale Of National Assets & State Owned Enterprises appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- The Impact Of The Next Election On The Economic Reforms (Category: Breaking News)
- Ministry Of Finance, Economic Stabilization & National Policies (Category: Breaking News)
- Mahinda wants move to privatize state assets postponed (Category: Breaking News)
- NPP Deserves Fairness From Critics (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Debt Restructuring As Rocket Science: The IMF, Green, Blue & Pink-Washing BlackRock? appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Greenwashing Bond Scams & Financializing Mother Nature: Climate Science Fiction Versus Local Rea... (Category: Breaking News)
- Of Elections, Bond Scams & Money Politics: The Anatomy Of Default @75 (Category: Breaking News)
- IMF, Sri Lanka’s Resource Curse & Privatization Of The Central Bank (Category: Breaking News)
- Channel 4’s Easter Sunday: The IMF Descends Amid An Over The Horizon Operation Staring ‘Sonic-So... (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Modi’s Wolf Worrier Diplomacy Opens A Window For China In South Asia appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Rise Of Ultranationalism & Elections, Tamil Nationalism & Resurrection Of LTTE Ideology In Sri L... (Category: Breaking News)
- Undemocratic Rule Of Modi’s India Is A Security Threat To South Asia (Category: Breaking News)
- Postponing Elections & Inviting The Dragon: Sri Lankan President’s China Tilt (Category: Breaking News)
- Destination Delhi: Roving President’s Next Port Of Call (Category: Breaking News)
In recent years, Europe’s attitude towards China’s ambitious Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has undergone a seismic transformation, marked by a discernible shift towards skepticism and apprehension regarding the initiative’s multifaceted implications. Launched in 2013 by Chinese President Xi Jinping, the BRI was envisioned as a grand strategy to rejuvenate ancient Silk Road tradi...
- Sri Lanka explains decision to join China’s BRI (Category: Breaking News)
- India’s Acquisition of Hambantota Port: A Strategic move to strengthen its maritime capabilities (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka’s energy sector at risk: Calls for diversification amidst Chinese investments (Category: Breaking News)
- China’s Xi warns West against economic ‘decoupling’ (Category: Breaking News)
A recent poll revealed that the number of US citizens who view China as an enemy has surged, while an overwhelming majority of Americans hold unfavourable views of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)-ruled nation as the tensions between Washington and Beijing escalated in recent years. According to a survey report released by Washington-based nonpartisan think […]
- Americans want to see Fauci get vaccine before they do: poll (Category: USA, New York)
- Americans want to see Fauci get vaccine before they do: poll (Category: USA, New York)
- Americans want to see Fauci get vaccine before they do: poll (Category: USA, New York)
- Americans want to see Fauci get vaccine before they do: poll (Category: USA, New York)
Elections chief on Diana Gamage case By Rathindra Kuruwita The Elections Commission is in no position to verify whether a candidate is a citizen of another country, Commissioner General of Elections, Saman Sri Ratnayake said commenting on whether they could have determined whether State Minister Diana Gamage was a citizen of Sri Lankan when the […]
- The government printed Rs 278 billion between October and December 2022 (Category: Breaking News)
- Local council polls officially postponed (Category: Breaking News)
- Sajith says govt lying about there being no money to hold polls after having printed Rs 278 bn i... (Category: Breaking News)
- Ranil emulating his uncle J. R. Jayewardene – AKD (Category: Breaking News)
ECONOMYNEXT –The government is waiting for clearance from Public Security Ministry to go ahead with a dragged India-funded Unique ID card project, State Technology Minister Kanaka Herath said. The key stakeholders including President Ranil Wickremesinghe will meet on Friday to discuss (10) the latest on the project, he said. The project has faced delay while […]
- Govt. accused of giving Indian companies access to Lankans’ biometrics (Category: Breaking News)
- Is JVP/NPP signalling left and turning right? (Category: Breaking News)
- India assures continued support for SL at Creditors’ Committee along with Japan and Paris Club (Category: Breaking News)
- ‘Chinese investment’ in sea cucumber farm sparks concerns among northern fishermen (Category: Breaking News)
by Rex Clementine Sri Lanka have named their squad for the ICC T-20 World Cup and some big names that featured in T-20 sides in recent outings have been given the cold shoulder. The most notable of them all is former captain Kusal Janith Perera. Perhaps the fiercest striker of the cricket ball in Sri […]
- Rivals promise blockbuster action as Proteas aim to impress (Category: Breaking News)
- IPL stars expected to join teams in Hambantota (Category: Breaking News)
- From where’s the power hitting coming? (Category: Breaking News)
- Pace dominates spin in Sri Lankan attack (Category: Breaking News)
Israel has told tens of thousands more Palestinians to leave Rafah, as it intensifies military operations in southern Gaza. Flyers dropped from the air and posts on social media told residents in the city’s eastern districts to go to al-Mawasi – a narrow coastal area which Israel calls an “expanded humanitarian zone”. Parts of Rafah […]
- Implement SC order on accessibility! (Category: Business)
- Israeli operation leaves Rafah’s hospitals overwhelmed (Category: Breaking News)
- Turkey halts trade with Israel over ‘humanitarian tragedy’ in Gaza (Category: Breaking News)
- Is Speaker’s announcement consistent with SC determination? (Category: Breaking News)
[…]The post Teflon Tiran & Visa Outsourcing appeared first on Colombo Telegraph.
- Visa scandal exposed after airport chaos (Category: Breaking News)
- Visa controversy: SJB alleges Tiran Alles misled Parliament (Category: Breaking News)
- SLT Mobitel offered same service at USD 1 per person but VFS charges USD 25 plus – SJB (Category: Breaking News)
- On-arrival visa controversy: Patali draws IMF’s attention, warns police over playing politics wi... (Category: Breaking News)
Debt owed by various countries, especially in South Asia and Africa, to China has multiplied in recent years.The post Debt owed by Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh to China rise to record levels: Data appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
- Forbes: Lanka, Pakistan and Maldives among biggest debt burdens to China (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka s debt to China close to 20% of public external debt - study (Category: Breaking News)
- Some creditors want to restructure Sri Lanka’s debt without China (Category: Breaking News)
- Japan, India and France launch creditors meeting on Sri Lanka debt (Category: Breaking News)
The US Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung and Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organiser Namal Rajapaksa had talks on a wide range of matters including on issues affecting youth. Chung posted on X saying the meeting was part of US outreach across the range of Sri Lankan parties. “..met with @RajapaksaNamal in his […]
- Samitha Dulan breaks world record in Men’s F-44 javelin throw (Category: Breaking News)
- China to help conclude debt restructuring process in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- US and Sri Lanka’s Election Commission discuss importance of free and fair polls (Category: Breaking News)
- Fourteen Sri Lankan fishermen arrested by Indian Navy (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka voted in support of a crucial UN resolution which upgrades Palestine’s rights at the world body as an Observer State. The UN General Assembly convened in New York on Friday for an emergency special session on the Gaza crisis. The UN General Assembly overwhelmingly passed the resolution which upgrades Palestine’s rights at the […]
- UN hopes for peaceful recovery from current crisis in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka again abstains from voting on resolution against Russia (Category: Breaking News)
- Int’l Day of UN Peacekeepers: Jaishankar remembers those who made supreme sacrifice in cause of ... (Category: Breaking News)
- Ranil meets Wigneswaran for talks in Jaffna (Category: Breaking News)
By Easwaran Rutnam The US nominee to Sri Lanka Elizabeth K. Horst says she is committed to do more to counter Chinese investments in the country. Responding to a question posed to her by the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Horst said that the US has an alternative and better model to offer Sri Lanka. […]
- Iraq wants to enhance bilateral, political relations with Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Turkmenistan and Sri Lanka look at cooperation in oil and gas (Category: Breaking News)
- Indonesia to strengthen ties with Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- India briefs NPP on various bilateral initiatives (Category: Breaking News)
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