No More Unpleasant Experiences of Corruption in Investments – President Indian entrepreneurs state that they are currently directing their attention towards new investment prospects in Sri Lanka, particularly in sectors like energy, infrastructure, the digital economy, tourism and agriculture, as well as on enhancing entrepreneurial capacity. A delegation of around 20 Indian entrepreneurs, comprising heads…
Must build a spiritually enriched society that revives discipline and humanity – President President Anura Kumara Disanayake emphasized the urgent need to rebuild a disciplined and virtuous society by restoring the spirit of humanity in a social environment where power and wealth have undermined positive values and fostered detrimental ones. The President noted that the…
Government Prioritizes Developing Advanced Public Transport as Nation Moves to New Heights – President President Anura Kumara Disanayake stated that the primary objective of the current Government is not to pursue incremental reforms within the existing framework, but rather to transform and elevate the nation to a significantly higher level of development. The President emphasized…
President Anura Kumara Disanayake met with former President of the Republic of South Africa, Mr. Thabo Mbeki, this afternoon (26) at the Presidential Secretariat. Mr. Mbeki, who is on his first visit to Sri Lanka, expressed his appreciation for the opportunity to visit the country, stating that he has long followed Sri Lanka’s efforts toward…
– UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, has expressed his complete support for the direction Sri Lanka is pursuing under the leadership of President Anura Kumara Disanayake to strengthen national unity, promote reconciliation and safeguard Human Rights. He made this statement during a…
Buddhist philosophy can restore spiritual life to a society consumed by wealth and power – President The centenary inauguration ceremony of the historic Sri Dalada Poson Perahera at the Athkanda Rajamaha Viharaya in Kurunegala was held this afternoon (21) with the participation of President Anura Kumara Disanayake. The annual Sri Dalada Poson Perahera, which commenced…
Formal Joint Operation by Security Forces and Department of Wildlife President Anura Kumara Disanayake instructed relevant officials to swiftly implement a formal mechanism to resolve the human-elephant conflict, which significantly impacts both the rural economy and people’s lives. The President issued these directives during a discussion on resolving the human-elephant conflict, held this afternoon (20)…
Focusing on new direction vital to attract investment – President The Board of Investment (BOI) of Sri Lanka has successfully increased Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) by US$96 million in the first quarter of 2025, compared with the same period in 2024. This was disclosed today (20) during a progress review meeting of the Board of…
Senior Additional Solicitor General and President’s Counsel, Mr Nalin Rohantha Abeysooriya, was sworn in this morning (19) as the new President of the Court of Appeal before President Anura Kumara Disanayake at the Presidential Secretariat. In addition, High Court Judges Mr Don Francis Hathurusinghe Gunawardena and Mr Adithya Kantha Madduma Patabendige were also sworn in…
President Anura Kumara Disanayake today (18), lauded Mr Mahinda Siriwardana, the outgoing Secretary to the Treasury, for his exemplary service, stating that it is the responsibility of public officials to strive to prevent adverse outcomes and contribute to positive change. The President particularly commended Mr Siriwardana’s exceptional dedication and commitment in expertly navigating the nation’s…