(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena had a long discussion with Gong Seng, Mayor of Shanghai, on Friday (29) in Shanghai, China.
"Shanghai Mayor agrees to establish strong relationship with Colombo, Hambantota"Category: HIGHLIGHTED
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – In 2023, the Development Lotteries Board (DLB) achieved it’s highest-ever profit in its 40-year history. This marked a significant milestone as the DLB recorded a profit margin of 32% for the fiscal year 2022-2023, double the previous year’s figure.
"Development Lotteries Board Boosts Contributions to President’s Fund and Government"
China to continue positive engagements with IMF to restore debt sustainability in Sri Lanka – President Xi
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – During the bilateral discussion held with Sri Lankan Premier Dinesh Gunawardana in Beijing, President Xi Jinping expressed China’s continued support to Sri Lanka together with EXIM Bank of China and China Development Bank, says State Minister of Finance Shehan Semasinghe.
"China to continue positive engagements with IMF to restore debt sustainability in Sri Lanka – President Xi"
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – President Ranil Wickremesinghe met with the victorious Sri Lankan National Football Team on Tuesday (26) at the Presidential Secretariat. He commended the team’s efforts in their recent triumph over Bhutan, marking the first win in a decade.
"President Commends Victorious National Football Team, Pledges Support for Future Success"
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – Two new species of fireflies endemic to Sri Lanka have been discovered.
"2 new species of endemic fireflies found in SL"
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – The signing of nine new agreements between China and Sri Lanka took place yesterday (March 26) under the patronage of Chinese Prime Minister Li Qiang and Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena.
"9 agreements signed on China – SL cooperation"
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – President Ranil Wickremesinghe, during an inspection tour yesterday (26), visited the John de Silva Memorial Theatre and the long-delayed National Art Gallery. Despite construction commencing in 2011, both projects remain incomplete.
"President issues instructions to reopen the National Art Gallery before year’s end"
Sri Lanka is the only country in Asia that has completely protected democracy – Says the President addressing Inaugural Session of Sri Lanka’s First National Student Parliament
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized that Sri Lanka stands out as the sole nation in Asia where democracy is fully safeguarded, ensuring that governmental actions do not impede the operations of the opposition.
"Sri Lanka is the only country in Asia that has completely protected democracy – Says the President addressing Inaugural Session of Sri Lanka’s First National Student Parliament"
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized the importance of holistic education, advocating for a curriculum that includes both academic subjects and nutritional support for children across the country. He also underscored the necessity of integrating modern technologies like artificial intelligence into the educational framework, highlighting the government’s commitment to reforming the school education and examination systems.
"Launching the School Meal Program: Nurturing a Vibrant Generation of Healthy Children"
(LANKAPUVATH | COLOMBO) – Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena arrived in Beijing on Monday for a six-day official visit to China at the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang.
"Sri Lankan PM arrives in China for official visit"