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…
The Thai Pongal festival, also known as the "Harvest Festival," is observed with profound reverence by Tamil and Hindu communities worldwide. This significant occasion is dedicated to expressing gratitude to the Sun, the Earth, rain, and cattle for their indispensable contributions to a bountiful harvest. This festival is celebrated on the first day of the…
President Anura Kumara Disanayake departed the country a short while ago to commence a four-day state visit to the People’s Republic of China. Undertaken at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, the visit will take place from January 14 to January 17, 2025. During this visit, President Disanayake is scheduled to engage in high-level…
President Anura Kumara Disanayake is set to depart the country this evening (13) for a four-day state visit to the People’s Republic of China. This visit, taking place from January 14 to 17, is undertaken at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping. During the visit, President Disanayake will hold discussions with President Xi Jinping…
Four newly appointed Supreme Court Justices took their oaths of office before President Anura Kumara Disanayake this morning (12) at the Presidential Secretariat. Accordingly, Court of Appeal Justices Hon. R.M.S. Rajakaruna, Hon. Menaka Wijesundara, Hon. Sampath B. Abeykoon, and Hon. M.S.K.B. Wijeratne were sworn in as Supreme Court Justices during the ceremony presided over by…
Two newly appointed Court of Appeal Justices were formally sworn in before President Anura Kumara Disanayake at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (09). Accordingly the appointments were conferred upon Attorneys-at-Law Mr. K.M.S. Disanayake and Mr. R.P. Hettiarachchi, who took their oaths in the presence of the President. The Secretary to the President, Dr. Nandika Sanath…
Accelerated Action Plan by the New Government to Foster Innovation The government has introduced a fast-tracked initiative aimed at promoting innovation and entrepreneurship across various sectors. Sri Lanka Can Strengthen Its Position in the Global Market Through New Product Development – President Commercializing Research and Development Can Lead to a Sustainable Economy – Senior Advisor…
The “Gem Sri Lanka – 2025” gem and jewellery exhibition was inaugurated this morning (08) at the Cinnamon Bentota Beach Hotel, presided over by President Anura Kumara Disanayake. Organized annually by the Chinese Fort Gem and Jewellery Traders Association (CGJTA), the exhibition will be open to the public from today until January 10. Following the…
• He reiterated the government’s commitment to maximizing the benefits provided to citizens, even amidst the current challenges. President Anura Kumara Disanayake held an extensive discussion with officials from the Ministry of Finance today (07) at the Presidential Secretariat. The meeting focused on issues related to vehicle imports, withholding tax, and the digitalization of VAT…
– JICA Pledges Support for Sri Lanka’s “Clean Sri Lanka” Programme – Attention drawn to expedite the on-going development work at the Bandaranaike International Airport The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) will continue its financial and technical assistance to Sri Lanka without interruption, stated Mr. HARA Shohei, Senior Vice President of JICA. This assurance was…
* New Diplomats Urged to Promote the Image of the Country on the International Arena * President Calls for Strengthening Bilateral Ties and Enhancing Migrant Worker Welfare President Anura Kumara Disanayake appointed a High Commissioner and four Ambassadors to serve in Sri Lanka’s diplomatic service. The official appointments were handed over by the President during…
President Anura Kumara Disanayake held a discussion with the Attorney General and officials from the Attorney General’s Department at the Presidential Secretariat today (06). During the discussion, the President emphasized the importance of coordinated efforts among all institutions working towards the effective enforcement of the law. President Disanayake highlighted the critical responsibility of the Attorney…
FACETS Sri Lanka – 2025 International Gem and Jewellery Exhibition was inaugurated under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Disanayake at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo today (04). The President also visited and inspected the gem and jewellery stalls featured at the exhibition. Organized by the Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA) in collaboration with…
• We Have Successfully Concluded Our Initial Approach. Significant progress has been made in establishing the foundation necessary to rebuild the nation and restore its stability. • Our Country and Citizens Need a New System of Values • Introducing a fresh and constructive value system is essential for the nation’s progress. • The Success of…
As Sri Lankans, we step into 2025 with the dawn of a new era, a time when the dreams of prosperity that our nation and its people have long cherished begin to materialize. The parliamentary elections of 2024 enabled us to establish a government with a strong majority, earning the trust of people across the…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake directed officials to take immediate measures to suppress drug trafficking and underworld activities that operated within the prison system. These instructions were issued during a discussion held at the Presidential Secretariat today (30). The President emphasized the need to expedite legal proceedings related to inmates involved in drug and underworld-related activities….
– President Instructs the Officials President Anura Kumara Disanayake has instructed officials to promptly implement the necessary plans to position Sri Lanka as an attractive destination for tourists. He further emphasized that the successful implementation of the “Clean Sri Lanka” initiative would strengthen efforts to promote the tourism industry. The President made these remarks during…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake held a discussion today (28) at the Presidential Secretariat with the heads of the Department of Immigration and Emigration, Sri Lanka Customs, and the Airport and Aviation Services. The discussion extensively focused on preventing the entry of narcotics and other prohibited substances into the country, curbing corruption, fraud, and irregularities at…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake extended his heartfelt condolences on the demise of former Indian Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh through a special message on Twitter. The message reads as follows: “On behalf of the people of Sri Lanka and myself, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the Republic of India, Dr. Manmohan Singh’s family, and…
Christmas, the day that marks the birth of Jesus Christ, is celebrated with great reverence by Christians worldwide. Jesus Christ, who came into this world to bring salvation to all, saw no divisions among people, be they rich or poor. His birth among humble shepherds, and the divine message delivered to them by angels, underscores…
A high-level discussion on the critical preparations for Sri Lanka’s upcoming Mutual Evaluation (ME) by the Asia/Pacific Group on Money Laundering (APG) was held today (23) at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Disanayake. The meeting focused on preventing money laundering and countering terrorism financing (AML/CFT) and included participation from cabinet…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake visited the Chief Prelates of the Malwathu and Asgiri Chapters this afternoon (20) and received their blessings. The President first visited the Malwathu Maha Viharaya, where he met with the Chief Prelate of the Malwathu Chapter, the Most Venerable Thibbatuwawe Sri Sumangala Thero. During the meeting, the President inquired about the…
– President Anura Kumara Dissanayake President Anura Kumara Dissanayake highlighted the critical challenge of transforming Sri Lanka’s public service into an efficient state mechanism. He pointed out that the newly appointed committee tasked with reviewing state institutions would make decisions without being influenced by political pressures. The President shared these views while addressing the District…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake expressed his gratitude to the Chinese government for its support during debt restructuring as well as in the face of the economic crisis. He stated that his appreciation extends to China’s assistance in the debt restructuring program and its provision of loans to Sri Lanka during the economic challenges. President Dissanayake…
– President says addressing Parliament “Yesterday, we engaged in a robust three-hour debate on debt restructuring. That discussion provided an opportunity to outline the roadmap that has led us to the current stage and to highlight the achievements we have made thus far. I will not delve into lengthy explanations, but I must address a…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake returned to the island yesterday(17) after successfully concluding a three-day official visit to India. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake undertook this visit at the invitation of Indian President Droupadi Murmu. During the visit, the President engaged in several bilateral discussions with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Indian government ministers, and leading Indian…
Your Excellency Droupadi Murmu, President of the Republic of India, Your Excellency Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of the Republic of India, Honourable Ministers, Distinguished Guests, Ladies, and Gentlemen, Ayubowan, Vanakkam, Namaste, Good evening, I am deeply touched, Madam President, by your gracious sentiments. Permit me to express my sincere appreciation to you, the Government, and…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who is currently on an official visit to India, arrived in Bodh Gaya this morning (17). He paid homage at the Mahabodhi Temple and the sacred Sri Maha Bodhi tree, the site where Prince Siddhartha attained enlightenment, and received blessings. Bodh Gaya is one of the four main sacred sites associated…
A meeting between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Indian President Droupadi Murmu took place today (16) at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi. During the meeting, both leaders exchanged views on strengthening the long-standing Indo-Lanka friendship, as well as regional security. Following a cordial discussion, Indian President Droupadi Murmu hosted a dinner reception in honour…
Indian Entrepreneurs Express Interest in Expanding Investment Opportunities in Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, currently on a three-day official visit to India, participated in a discussion with leading Indian business representatives today (16) in New Delhi. This discussion, organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), brought together some of India’s most prominent entrepreneurs….
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake held a meeting with Indian Vice-President, Jagdeep Dhankhar this afternoon (16). During the discussion, Vice President Dhankhar extended his congratulations to President Dissanayake on his significant victory in Sri Lanka’s recent Presidential and General Elections. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral ties, with key discussions centred on economic cooperation, advancements in…
His Excellency Prime Minister Narendra Modi Honourable Ministers Excellencies Ladies and Gentlemen Friends from the media Ayubowan, Vanakkam, Namaste, Good Afternoon. It is indeed a pleasure to be in New Delhi on my first overseas visit after assuming office as the President of Sri Lanka. I am thankful to Her Excellency President Her Excellency Droupadi…
• Invitation extended to Indian Prime Minister to Visit Sri Lanka. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, currently on an official three-day visit to India, held discussions with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi today (16) at the Prime Minister’s official residence, Hyderabad House. Following the discussions, Memoranda of Understandings (MoU) on the avoidance of double taxation and…
Indian President and Prime Minister Extend a Grand Reception to the President President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, currently on a three-day official visit to India, was formally welcomed today (16) at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, the official residence of the President of India. The ceremonial reception began with President Dissanayake being escorted to the Rashtrapati Bhavan by…
With President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s departure from the country for an official visit to India, five acting ministers have been appointed to oversee key ministries during his absence. The appointments cover the Ministry of Digital Economy, the Ministry of Defence, the Ministry of Finance, Economic Stabilization, and National Policies, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake left the island this afternoon (15) for India, marking his first official foreign visit since assuming office. The visit, which takes place at the invitation of Indian President Droupadi Murmu, will continue until December 17. During the visit, President Dissanayake will hold high-level bilateral discussions with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi,…
Focus on Leveraging India’s Vast Market for Sri Lanka’s Economic Revival During his three-day official visit to India, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with prominent Indian officials at the ITC Maurya Hotel in New Delhi today (15). These included Indian Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, and National…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake arrived in India today (15) at around 5:30 p.m via the Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi. He was warmly welcomed by India’s Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting, Dr. S. Murugan, Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Santosh Jha, Additional Secretary of the Indian Ocean Region Puneet Agrawal,…
“We will not allow the trust the people have placed in us to be undermined in any way,” stated President Anura Kumara Dissanayake during a meeting with the heads of state media today (13). He further emphasised, “Regardless of their status in government, if mistakes are made, we will not hesitate to take appropriate action.”…
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has pledged its support to the Sri Lankan Government’s efforts to create a developed and prosperous nation. During a high-level meeting at the Presidential Secretariat today (12) the UAE Ambassador to Sri Lanka, H.E. Khaled Nasser Al Ameri, assured President Anura Kumara Dissanayake of the UAE’s commitment to strengthening bilateral…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has directed the Ministry of Finance to implement measures to enhance the efficiency and resilience of Sri Lanka’s financial system. The President provided these instructions during a discussion with Finance Ministry officials at the Presidential Secretariat today (12). Highlighting the Central Bank’s crucial role as an independent institution, President Dissanayake assured…
Preliminary discussions for the preparation of the budget 2025 have commenced at the ministry level under the leadership of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. In line with this, a discussion on the budget proposals related to the expenditure heads of the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Lands, and Irrigation was held at the Presidential Secretariat this afternoon…
Preliminary discussions at the ministerial level for the preparation of the 2025 Budget have commenced under the leadership of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. As part of this process, a meeting focused on the budget proposals related to the expenditure heads of the Ministry of Health and Media was held this morning (10) at the Presidential…