The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) relating to the project to provide technological solutions to prevent wild elephants from being hit by trains was signed yesterday afternoon (01) at the President’s Media Centre, under the patronage of Secretary to the President Dr Nandika Sanath Kumanayake.
Sri Lanka has reaffirmed its commitment to the core principles of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM), including peace, sovereignty, equality and the collective voice of developing nations.
Prime Minister Brings Sri Lanka’s Ancient Wisdom on Sustainable Food Systems to the Global Stage in Bhutan
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath will undertake an official visit to the United Arab Emirates from September 2 to 3, 2026.
A new initiative to strengthen primary healthcare and bring quality medical services closer to communities has officially begun with the construction of 10 new Arogya Health and Wellness Centres across the country.
Cabinet Spokesman and Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa says the government is working to reduce fuel prices while managing the current situation, and will provide relief to the public at the earliest possible opportunity.
Health and Mass Media Minister and Cabinet Spokesman Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa says the government is taking diplomatic measures to bring organized crime suspects hiding overseas back to Sri Lanka.
Justice and National Integration Minister Harshana Nanayakkara says there will be no mercy for individuals involved in selling drugs.
Sri Lanka and Serbia have discussed further strengthening their longstanding friendship and bilateral cooperation during talks between Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment Arun Hemachandra and Serbian State Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Damjan Jović in Belgrade.
The government aims to transform Ratnapura into a major global gem hub by adding value not only to locally sourced gems but also to imported gems for export to international markets, Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Sunil Handunneththi said.
Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Hon. Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, arrived at Paro International Airport today, 31 August 2026, to participate in the inaugural Global Conscious Food Systems Summit, being held in Bhutan from 31 August to 04 September 2026.
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