(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – Sri Lanka has been named among the top three must-visit destinations for summer ’24 by Forbes, alongside Greece and Mauritius.
"Sri Lanka among Forbes’ top three must-visit destinations for summer ’24"Category: HIGHLIGHTED
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has assured President Ranil Wickremesinghe of Bangladesh’s commitment to support Sri Lanka’s agricultural modernization program.
"Bangladesh Pledges Support for Sri Lanka’s Agricultural Modernization Program"
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – President Ranil Wickremesinghe extended his warm congratulations to H.E. Narendra Modi, who was sworn in for a third consecutive term as Prime Minister of India. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining strong Indo-Sri Lankan relations.
"President Extends Warm Wishes to Narendra Modi on His Third Term as Prime Minister of India"
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says there is a strong expectation that Sri Lanka will soon reach agreements with external commercial creditors consistent with program parameters.
"Strong expectation that Sri Lanka will reach agreements with external creditors soon – IMF"
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – The price of Litro domestic LP gas cylinders has been reduced with effect from midnight today (04), according to the Chairman of Litro Gas Muditha Peiris.
"Price of Litro LP gas reduced"
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – Provincial Councils, Local Government, and Environment State Minister Janaka Wakkumbura announced that President Ranil Wickremesinghe has instructed to utilize funds allocated for the National Celebration of World Environment Day on June 5, to aid those affected by adverse weather conditions. He emphasized that during this time of difficulty, some individuals are attempting to gain political advantages by merely criticizing, while what is truly needed is immediate assistance for those affected.
"President Instructs to utilize World Environment Day funds to aid weather-affected citizens"
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – Cabinet approval has been granted for the proposal to provide relief to the victims of adverse weather and to rebuild the houses that were completely destroyed at the government’s expense and with the assistance of Tri-Forces personnel.
"Cabinet approval to provide immediate relief for flood victims"
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – The International Day of Vesak was observed at the United Nations in Vienna at a ceremony co-hosted by the Permanent Missions of Sri Lanka and Thailand to the UN and International Organisations in Vienna last week.
"Celebration of the International Day of Vesak 2024 at the United Nations Office at Vienna"
Minister Sabry meets Ambassador of Russian Federation regarding Sri Lankans in the Russia – Ukraine conflict
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – On 29 May 2024 Foreign Minister Ali Sabry held a follow up discussion with Russian Ambassador Levan S Dzhagaryan relating to the urgent situation regarding the Sri Lankans engaged in the Russia – Ukraine conflict. This meeting was subsequent to the previous meeting held with the Russian Ambassador on 07 May 2024.
"Minister Sabry meets Ambassador of Russian Federation regarding Sri Lankans in the Russia – Ukraine conflict"
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – The Thai cabinet has adopted multiple visa measures to stimulate tourism, which will benefit tourists from 36 more countries including Sri Lankan travelers who may have plan to stay in the kingdom for more than 30 days.
"Thailand introduces visa-free entry for Sri Lankan tourists"