– President A meeting between President Anura Kumara Disanayake and officials of the Inland Revenue Department was held today (05) at the Presidential Secretariat. During the discussion, extensive attention was given to the strategies required to achieve the targeted revenue of the Inland Revenue Department for this year. The President emphasized the necessity of a…
A discussion between President Anura Kumara Disanayake and officials of the Ceylon Electricity Board was held today (05) at the Presidential Secretariat. An in-depth discussion took place regarding a sustainable long-term strategy for the energy sector. During the meeting energy conservation was also discussed. The President’s attention was drawn to the maintenance of uninterrupted power…
– President President Anura Kumara Dissanayake expressed that Sri Lanka has the potential to become an attractive tourist destination through well-planned urban development that transcends traditional construction methods. President Dissanayake made this statement during a discussion with officials of the National Physical Planning Department at the Presidential Secretariat, today (05). The President directed officials to…
– The President stated during a discussion with senior officials of Sri Lanka Customs. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that structural reforms will be implemented within Sri Lanka Customs to establish an institutional framework that aligns with contemporary needs. The President made these remarks during a discussion held with the senior officials of Sri Lanka…
President Calls for Nationwide Promotion of Religious and Cultural Enlightenment In response to a request by President Anura Kumara Disanayake, it has been decided to hold a special exposition of the Sacred Tooth Relic for the general public from April 18 to 27. The exposition will be open to the public on April 18 from…
A discussion on the current security situation in the country was held today (27) at the Presidential Secretariat between President Anura Kumara Disanayake and senior officials of the Sri Lanka Air Force. The meeting focused on future security measures, with in-depth discussions on enhancing the Sri Lanka Air Force as a maritime security air force…
• The responsibility of revitalizing both the economy and the fractured social fabric falls on everyone. – President instructs the District Secretaries President Anura Kumara Disanayake directed the District Secretaries to allocate Rs. 1,400 billion in recurrent expenditure for the implementation of productive projects at the grassroots level over the next eight months. The President…
A discussion between President Anura Kumara Disanayake and the Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) was held today (27) at the Presidential Secretariat. The meeting focused on the proposals presented in the current budget regarding doctors’ salaries and allowances, as well as the challenges faced by medical professionals in carrying out their duties. Minister of Health…
A Development Partner Dialogue (Donor Conference) related to the “Clean Sri Lanka” program, a key government initiative, was held today (27) at the Presidential Secretariat with the aim of adopting an approach to secure contributions for the said program. The primary objective of the conference was to gather proposals and support from participating representatives for…
The Netherlands government is prepared to engage in port-related investments in Sri Lanka. This was revealed by the Ambassador of Netherlands to Sri Lanka, H. E. Bonnie Horbach during a meeting held today (27) at the Presidential Secretariat between President Anura Kumara Disanayake. Discussions during the meeting focused on strengthening the longstanding mutual relations between…
A discussion on Sri Lanka’s current security situation was held today (26) at the Presidential Secretariat, under the leadership of President Anura Kumara Disanayake. During the meeting with senior naval officers, attention was drawn to future security measures concerning the country’s security situation. Extensive discussions were held on maritime operations conducted to ensure national security,…
Maha Shiva Rathri is a sacred and joyous occasion celebrated by Hindu devotees across the world in reverence of Lord Shiva. This divine night marks the celestial union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, as well as the powerful Tandava, Shiva’s cosmic dance of creation and destruction. It symbolises the triumph of wisdom over ignorance,…
The government is contemplating the implementation of a collaborative tourism initiative between the Maldives and Sri Lanka. This initiative was discussed today (25) during a meeting at the Presidential Secretariat between President Anura Kumara Disanayake and the High Commissioner of the Republic of Maldives, Masood Imad. During the meeting, the High Commissioner congratulated the government…
President Anura Kumara Disanayake met with Ms. Severine Chappaz, the newly appointed Head of Delegation of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), today (25) at the Presidential Secretariat. Discussions focused on the ICRC’s support for the new government’s policy framework. As part of this collaboration, the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society has agreed…
– Assurance from the Indonesian Ambassador A meeting between President Anura Kumara Disanayake and the Indonesian Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Dewi Gustina Tobing, took place today (25) at the Presidential Secretariat. During the discussion, Ambassador Tobing extended Indonesia’s well wishes to the new government and reaffirmed Indonesia’s commitment to strengthening the 70-year-long friendship between the…
– President Instructs the Ministry Secretaries • Key Steps to Relocate All Government Offices to State-Owned Buildings Despite the constraints of a limited financial framework, President Anura Kumara Disanayake emphasized that it is the duty of government officials to allocate and utilize the funds efficiently and equitably, in accordance with the development priorities and the…
A discussion on Sri Lanka’s current security situation was held today (25) at the Presidential Secretariat, under the leadership of President Anura Kumara Disanayake. The meeting, attended by senior officials of the Sri Lanka Army, focused on the future measures regarding the security situation in Sri Lanka. Among those present were Deputy Minister of Defence,…
President Pays Homage to the Sacred Tooth Relic and Receives Blessings from the Chief Prelates of Malwathu and Asgiriya Chapters President Anura Kumara Disanayake announced that a special exposition of the Sacred Tooth Relic will be held for the general public after the Sinhala and Tamil New Year. He stated that discussions regarding this event…
President Anura Kumara Disanayake stated that the government’s aspiration is to elevate Sri Lanka, currently not a competitor in the field of innovation, to a comparable status with other countries, emphasizing that digitalization will play a crucial role in achieving this objective. The President highlighted the necessity of implementing significant transformations within the innovation sector…
President Anura Kumara Disanayake met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Maldives, Abdulla Khaleel, and today (20) at the Presidential Secretariat. During the meeting, Minister Khaleel extended his congratulations to President Disanayake and the newly elected government on their electoral victory. He also expressed his appreciation for the positive changes taking…
• Proper Economic Management Expected to Restore Debt Repayment Capacity by 2028 – President at the MBA Post-Budget Forum 2025 President Anura Kumara Disanayake highlighted that due to the mismanagement of public finances by previous administrations, the country had fallen into bankruptcy and is currently operating under a probationary period of the International Monetary Fund…
The term of Acting President of the Court of Appeal Justice Mohammed Thahir Laffar has been extended. Accordingly, Justice Mohammed Thahir Laffar took his oath before President Anura Kumara Disanayake at the Presidential Secretariat today (17). Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake was also present on this occasion.
The final draft of the Budget 2025 was presented for the review of President Anura Kumara Disanayake today (16) at the Presidential Secretariat. Secretary to the Ministry of Finance, Mr. Mahinda Siriwardana, was also attend at this occasion.
• Focus on Strengthening Economic Cooperation between Sri Lanka and Vietnam The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam, Bui Thanh Son, stated that Vietnam is committed to further enhancing the existing cooperation and friendship between Sri Lanka and Vietnam. He also expressed Vietnam’s readiness to share its experiences in supporting Sri…
President Anura Kumara Disanayake, who participated in the World Governments Summit 2025 held in the United Arab Emirates, met yesterday (12) with Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai. The meeting was also attended by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown…
A preliminary discussion on the final phase of drafting the Budget 2025, which is scheduled to be presented to Parliament on February 17, was held this afternoon (13) at the Presidential Secretariat under the leadership of President Anura Kumara Disanayake. The discussion was attended by Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation K.D. Lalkantha, Minister…
Today (12) marks the third day of President Anura Kumara Disanayake’s official visit to the United Arab Emirates. This afternoon, the President is scheduled to address the main session of the World Governments Summit, where he will outline Sri Lanka’s vision on economic growth, innovation and governance reforms. His speech is expected to highlight Sri…
President Anura Kumara Disanayake, who is currently in the United Arab Emirates to participate in the 2025 World Governments Summit, met with the Prime Minister of State of Kuwait His Highness Sheikh Ahmed Abdullah Al Ahmad Al Sabah yesterday afternoon (11). During the discussion, President Disanayake highlighted Sri Lanka’s improved political and financial stability, emphasizing…
Esteemed state leaders, distinguished delegates representing various organisations, honoured guests, members of the media and all those present, I seek your permission to address this extraordinary summit. It is a great privilege to speak at this significant gathering, held at a crucial juncture in human history, at a time when the world calls for unprecedented…
• President Meets with Pakistani Prime Minister and Former British Prime Minister • World Leaders Praise Corruption-Free Governance President Anura Kumara Disanayake who is currently attending the World Governments Summit 2025 in Dubai held several high-level bilateral discussions with Heads of State, today (11). During the day, the President met with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Muhammad…
• World Governments Summit 2025 Commences Today (11) marks the second day of President Anura Kumara Disanayake’s three-day official visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The President is scheduled to participate in the plenary session of the World Governments Summit 2025 in Dubai, held under the theme ‘Shaping Future Governments.’ Throughout the day, he…
President Anura Kumara Disanayake, along with his delegation, arrived at Dubai International Airport this afternoon (10) to participate in the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2025, which is scheduled to take place from February 11 to 13 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Upon arrival, the delegation, including the President, was warmly welcomed by Dr. Thani bin…
President Anura Kumar Disanayake invited Sri Lankan exporters to rebuild and thrive on a robust economic foundation. The President emphasized that our country faces the challenge of capturing market share from a position of relative weakness. He pointed out that, to overcome this, external support had to be sought. In this regard, he highlighted that…
A meeting between President Anura Kumara Disanayake and the Chairman of the Nippon Foundation in Japan Mr. Yōhei Sasakawa was held today (07) at the Presidential Secretariat. The President emphasized that the most prominent task of the government is to eradicate rural poverty in Sri Lanka, and he expressed hope that this initiative would also…
– President Aimed at accelerating Sri Lanka’s digital transformation, three key digital initiatives were officially launched today (07) at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Disanayake. These initiatives include the establishment of the GovPay government digital payment platform, the expansion of the President’s Fund services to the Divisional Secretariat level, and…
This year, we commemorate a special Independence Day. Rather than merely reflecting on our past, this year we celebrate Independence Day looking forward to the future. Today, we celebrate Independence Day, at a juncture when people from the northern, southern, eastern, and central regions of our country collectively dream of a future defined by a…
Today, as we celebrate the 77th National Independence Day, we do so with hopes and aspirations for a new kind of freedom. Reflecting on Sri Lanka’s history, we have now embarked on a new path, with a government built through the collective efforts of the people from the North, East, West, and South. At this…
• Sri Lanka Attracts Global Investments Due to On-going Anti-Corruption Measures – Japan’s Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs, Ikuina Akiko, Commends Sri Lanka’s Reforms The Government of Japan has extended a grant of 300 million Japanese Yen (approximately LKR 565 million) to Sri Lanka to enhance waste management infrastructure facilities under the ‘Clean Sri Lanka’…
Justice Mohammed Thahir Laffar, the most senior judge currently serving on the Court of Appeal, has been appointed as the Acting President of the Court of Appeal. Accordingly, Justice Mohammed Thahir Laffar took his oath as the Acting President of the Court of Appeal before President Anura Kumara Disanayake today (02) at the Presidential Secretariat….
President Anura Kumara Disanayake paid his last respects to the late former Member of Parliament, Mavai Senathirajah. The President visited the residence of the late Senathirajah in Kankesanthurai this afternoon (31) and offered his last respects. He also extended his deepest condolences to the family members and close associates of the late MP. Minister of…
• Jaffna Presidential Palace to Be Fully Released for a More Significant Development Project that benefits the people of the region • More Opportunities for Tamil-Speaking Youth in Police Department Vacancies • Focus on Establishing Industrial Zones in Paranthan, Mankulam, and Kankesanthurai • Political Authority and State mechanism must collaborate to Improve People’s Living Standards…
President Anura Kumara Disanayake is scheduled to participate in several events in Jaffna today (31). The Jaffna District Coordinating Committee meeting, which will focus on ongoing development initiatives and future plans for the district, will be held at 10:30 AM at the Jaffna District Secretariat under the patronage of the President. Subsequently, the President will…
Customs’ Efforts to Stabilize the Economy Are Commendable Achievements of Customs in Meeting Last Year’s Targets Are Appreciated – President at the International Customs Day Celebration President Anura Kumara Disanayake stated that the current government is determined to make all necessary decisions for the country’s advancement and to improve the quality of life for its…
argeting USD 36 Billion in Export Revenue by 2030 Rise in export income next quarter – President at the EDMC Meeting In line with the new government’s policy of “A Thriving Nation- A Beautiful Life,” President Anura Kumara Disanayake directed officials to take the necessary steps to increase export revenue to $36 billion by 2030….
A comprehensive and accurate data system for the public service by June. A fair and equitable basic salary increase for public officials. – President Anura Kumara Disanayake President Anura Kumara Disanayake emphasized that the government is taking steps to strengthen the public service as a right of the citizen and a responsibility of public officials….
President Anura Kumara Disanayake extended an invitation to Chinese investors to explore investment opportunities in Sri Lanka, emphasizing the nation’s stable governance and transparent economy. He made these remarks as the keynote speaker at the “Investment Forum” held today (16), jointly organized by Chinese state and private enterprises. The forum was a significant event during…
On the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Disanayake continues his four-day state visit to China, beginning the third day (16) by participating in an investment session scheduled for this morning. The “Investment Session,” jointly organized by public and private sector entities, will be held under the patronage of President…
China expresses readiness to collaborate with Sri Lanka towards a new era of development – President Xi Jinping Several Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) were signed covering economic, social, and industrial sectors between the two countries. President Anura Kumara Disanayake, currently on a four-day state visit to China, held an official meeting with Chinese President Xi…
In response to an invitation from Chinese President Xi Jinping, Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Disanayake, who is currently on a state visit to China, visited the exhibition hall on the history of the Communist Party of China today (15). Following this, President Disanayake visited the historic Prince Kung’s Palace Museum in China. Later, he…
President Anura Kumara Disanayake, who embarked on a state visit to China at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, arrived at Beijing International Airport today (14) at approximately 10:25 a.m. Beijing time. Upon his arrival, the President was accorded a ceremonial welcome by the Chinese military, and he was formally received by China’s Deputy…