Sri Lanka has decided to provide free visa to tourists from 35 countries to promote the tourism industry after overcoming the economic crisis. Cabinet spokesperson and Transport Minister Bandula Gunawardene confirmed to Reuters that the decision was taken at a cabinet meeting on Thursday. Among the list of 35 countries, Gunawardene told Reuters, they are […]
Read MoreSri Lanka’s presidential election has begun in full swing. 39 candidates submitted their nomination papers to the Election Commission on Thursday. Reuters news There will be a presidential election on September 21. The country, which is immersed in economic crisis, is slowly raising its head. At such a time, everyone will be looking at who […]
Read MoreThe Sri Lankan government has apologized to Muslims for ordering mandatory cremation during the corona epidemic. The apology was announced in a statement on Tuesday. During the Corona period, the World Health Organization said that it is safe to bury the dead in the Muslim manner. However, Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s administration ordered the […]
Read MoreAt the height of Sri Lanka’s economic crisis when it defaulted on its foreign debt in 2022, inflation had risen to nearly 70%. Crisis-hit Sri Lanka’s annual inflation almost doubled to 1.7%t in June, up from 0.9% the previous month, as food prices began rising again, official data showed Saturday. The Census and Statistics department […]
Read MoreSri Lanka’s tea industry, a cornerstone of its economy, is at a crossroads as a government-mandated 70% wage hike looms. While producers warn of potential economic fallout, the move has also been hailed as a necessary step toward addressing deep-seated labor inequities in the sector. On Monday, tea producers voiced strong opposition to the […]
Read MoreIn a heartfelt celebration of Vesak Day, Sri Lankan High Commissioner to India, Kshenuka Dhireni Senewiratne, used the occasion to highlight the timeless relevance of Buddhism’s teachings in today’s turbulent world. Speaking at the high commission in New Delhi, Senewiratne underscored how the profound messages of peace, non-violence, and compassion inherent in Buddhism can guide […]
Read MoreIn a bid to bolster Sri Lanka’s rural economy and fortify food security, Japan has announced a generous grant of $3 million through the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). This initiative aims to strengthen inland fisheries, particularly in regions such as Batticaloa, Mullaitivu, Anuradhapura, and Monaragala districts. The project, spanning over […]
Read MoreEfforts to navigate Sri Lanka’s complex debt crisis hit a stumbling block on Tuesday as the government rejected a proposal put forth by international bondholders to restructure over $12 billion in debt. The decision not only jeopardizes crucial International Monetary Fund (IMF) support but also prolongs the island nation’s struggle to resolve a two-year-long […]
Read MoreSri Lanka has donated $1 million to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for children in the besieged Gaza Strip. Despite the economic crisis, a proposal by President Ranil Wickremesinghe was approved by the country’s cabinet. This information was reported by the Middle East Monitor on Tuesday (April 2) with reference to the Palestinian […]
Read MoreMd Khayrul Bashar, Senior Reporter: Sri Lanka’s recent acquisition of bomb disposal equipment through a grant from the Chinese military has sparked discussions about the evolving dynamics in the Indian Ocean region. The handover ceremony, presided over by Chinese Ambassador Qi Zhenhong and Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Defence, highlights the strategic partnerships shaping security initiatives […]
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