A specialized medical and disaster relief team, consisting of 26 members from the Sri Lanka tri-services led by Brigadier Punya Karunathilake, has departed for Myanmar on a special flight today, (April 5), to assist those affected by the recent earthquake.
Construction of the Sampur Solar Power Plant Commences, to Add 50 Megawatts to the National Grid
A discussion was held at the Presidential Secretariat between President Anura Kumara Disanayake and the Committee appointed to submit recommendations on the new U.S. tariff system.
In appreciation of the enduring friendship and cooperation extended to the people of Sri Lanka, President Anura Kumara Disanayake conferred the prestigious Sri Lanka Mitra Vibhushana Award on Indian Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.
Seven Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) between India and Sri Lanka, covering several key sectors, were exchanged this morning (05) at the Presidential Secretariat in the presence of President Anura Kumara Disanayake and Indian Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.
Following the conclusion of bilateral discussions between President Anura Kumara Disanayake and Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, official-level talks between the delegations of Sri Lanka and India commenced this morning (05) at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo.
Indian Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, who arrived in Sri Lanka on the invitation of President Anura Kumara Disanayake, visited the Presidential Secretariat this morning (05).
The official welcoming ceremony for Indian Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, who arrived in the island on a State visit at the invitation of President Anura Kumara Disanayake, took place this morning (05) at the Independence Square in Colombo, under the patronage of President Disanayake.
Showers or thundershowers will occur at times in Southern province and in Monaragala, Ampara and Batticaloa districts. Showers or thundershowers will occur in the other areas of the island during the afternoon or night. Showers may occur in Western coastal areas in the morning too.
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Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya visited Hamburg, Germany, focusing on strengthening vocational education and economic partnerships between the two nations. During her visit, she participated in the 102nd East Asia Friendship Dinner, met with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, and engaged in high-level discussions on investment, education, and economic reforms.
President Anura Kumara Disanayake appointed a committee to conduct an in-depth study on potential issues that may arise due to the new reciprocal tariff system introduced by US President Donald Trump and to submit recommendations to the government.
Heritage in Anuradhapura is worth preserving not just for Sri Lanka but for its universal value , Prime Minister Dr. Harini stated at the UNESCO International Summit in France.
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