Cardinal Ranjith Criticizes Disrupters Blocking Easter Attack Investigations
Archbishop Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith announced that the leader of the country has made a promise to reveal the truth behind the 2019 Easter Sunday attack. He emphasized that investigations into the matter have already begun, and assured that he will closely monitor the progress to ensure that the promise is fulfilled. Speaking on the issue, […]
President attended the Ministry of Energy progress review meeting
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake attended the progress review meeting of the Ministry of Energy this morning (15). President pointed out that, similar to other countries where the energy sector holds a prominent position, Sri Lanka too has given the energy sector a leading role, and he also mentioned that the Ministry of Energy is one […]
UNDP Pledges Support for Governance and Economic Reforms
Kanni Wignaraja, the Assistant Secretary General of the United Nations (UN), met with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake this morning (14) at the Presidential Secretariat. The discussion primarily focused on governance, constitutional reforms, and the country’s electoral system. Ms. Wignaraja presented the report on “Understanding Multidimensional Vulnerabilities: Impact on the People of Sri Lanka” to President […]
WFP Assures Continuous Support to Sri Lanka
Secretary to the President, Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake, met with a delegation from the World Food Programme (WFP) at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (11). During the meeting, the WFP representatives agreed to continue their ongoing programs in Sri Lanka through the World Food Programme, ensuring no disruptions. Although the food crisis in Sri Lanka […]
U.S. Pacific Fleet Commander Meets President Anura Kumara Dissanayake
Admiral Steve Koehler, a four-star U.S. Navy Admiral and Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, paid a courtesy call on President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (10). This visit marks the highest-level U.S. military engagement with Sri Lanka since 2021. During the meeting, Admiral Koehler reaffirmed the strong partnership between the […]
Turkish Ambassador Meets President for Strengthens Bilateral Ties
Semith Lutfu Turgut, Ambassador of the Republic of Turkiye, paid a courtesy call on President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat today (10). During the meeting, Ambassador Turgut extended heartfelt congratulations on behalf of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and the people of Turkiye on President Dissanayake’s recent election victory. In a message of […]
Palestinian Ambassador Meets President Anura Kumara Dissanayake
Hisham Abu Taha, Ambassador of the State of Palestine to Sri Lanka, met with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake this morning (10) at the Presidential Secretariat. During the meeting, Ambassador Abu Taha extended his congratulations to President Dissanayake on his recent election victory, conveying best wishes on behalf of the Government and people of Palestine. The […]
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake Engages Customs and Inland Revenue Officials to Boost Revenue and Efficiency
In a key meeting held today (09) at the Presidential Secretariat, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with senior officials from the Sri Lanka Customs Department and the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) to discuss strategies aimed at improving revenue generation and operational efficiency. The discussions are part of the government’s broader economic mandate to strengthen the […]
Vietnamese Ambassador Meets President; Explores possibility of enhancing direct flights between Vietnam and Sri Lanka
The Ambassador of Vietnam to Sri Lanka, Her Excellency Trinh Thi Tam, paid a courtesy call on President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat this afternoon (09). During the meeting, Ambassador Tam conveyed her congratulations on behalf of the Government of Vietnam and expressed optimism for continued cooperation between the two nations. The Vietnamese […]
Thai Ambassador Meets President Dissanayake, Pledges support in tourism promoting SL’s rich Buddhist heritage
The Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand to Sri Lanka, H.E. Paitoon Mahapannaporn, paid a courtesy call on President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat earlier today (09). During the meeting, the Thai Ambassador extended congratulations on the President’s recent election victory and conveyed the best wishes of the Government of Thailand. H.E. Mahapannaporn […]
