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President returns
Posted On: 11/14/2008 1:12:00 AM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa after attending the second Summit of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) in New Delhi returned to the island today.
President holds bilateral discussions with Nepali PM
Posted On: 11/14/2008 1:05:00 AM
On the sidelines of the BIMSTEC Summit, President Mahinda Rajapaksa held bilateral meetings yesterday with Nepali Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal.
‘Tamil people my responsibility’, President tells India
Posted On: 11/13/2008 9:36:00 PM
Tamil people are very much a part of his responsibilities as the Head of State and Government and that he would take all measures for their safety, security and welfare, said President Mahinda Rajapaksa to Indian Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh during a bilateral meeting on November 13, on the margins of the Second BIMSTEC Summit being held on that same day in New Delhi.
Sri Lanka wholly with BIMSTEC against terrorism and organized crime - President Rajapaksa
Posted On: 11/13/2008 12:06:00 AM
“Sri Lanka wholeheartedly supports the BIMSTEC Convention on Cooperation in Combating International Terrorism, Organized Crime and Illicit Drug Trafficking as an important and vital milestone in our efforts on counter terrorism,” said President Mahinda Rajapaksa addressing the 2nd Summit of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC), at New Delhi today.
Combating terrorism prominent at BIMSTEC
Posted On: 11/11/2008 1:14:00 AM
Combating of terrorism, transnational organized crime and illicit drug trafficking will feature prominently at the second Summit of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) to be held at New Delhi on November 13.
President Rajapaksa attends Maldivian President’s inauguration
Posted On: 11/10/2008 8:53:00 PM
The inauguration of new Maldivian President Mohamed Nasheed takes place at Male today (11).
President congratulates new Maldivian President
Posted On: 11/6/2008 9:41:00 PM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa felicitated the newly elected President of the Republic of Maldives, His Excellency Mohamed Nasheed. In a message of congratulations, President Rajapaksa has hailed the new President’s election as a manifestation of the confidence and trust placed in him by his party and the people of the Maldives.
Lay down arms or be militarily defeated - President to LTTE
Posted On: 11/6/2008 2:40:00 AM
“My earnest plea to the terrorists is to lay down arms and join the democratic process, even at this last moment. If not, they would be militarily defeated”, said President Mahinda Rajapaksa on the ongoing military operations to defeat terrorism, in his Budget Speech to Parliament today (06).
President congratulates Obama
Posted On: 11/5/2008 2:53:00 AM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa in a message of congratulations to the US President-elect Senator Barack Obama has expressed great pleasure at his success at yesterday`s US election.
No end till we get Prabhakaran - President
Posted On: 11/3/2008 7:49:00 PM
The Government will declare a ceasefire only if the Tigers lay down weapons and surrender, President Mahinda Rajapaksa told India Today in an interview.
President calls for local military research
Posted On: 10/31/2008 12:23:00 AM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa yesterday urged those engaged in scientific research to focus their attention on military research.
President spells out 4-D approach to political solution
Posted On: 10/29/2008 12:26:00 AM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa in an interview with N. Ram, Editor of The Hindu on Monday (27) said that his approach to a political solution rests on four ‘D’s - Demilitarisation, Democratisation, Development, and Devolution.
President`s Deepavali Message
Posted On: 10/27/2008 11:59:00 PM
Being a unifying force, the devotions at Deepavali would seek to encourage greater unity, amity and understanding among all people inhabiting our country irrespective of their ethnic, religious, class distinctions, says President Mahinda Rajapaksa in a Deepavali Message.
Govt responsible for the welfare of every citizen - President
Posted On: 10/21/2008 9:38:00 PM
"Our primary responsibility as a government is to look after all our citizens. I carry out this responsibility to the fullest especially with regard to the people who are temporarily displaced in the North, due to the ongoing military operations to defeat terrorism. There is a wrong impression created in Tamil Nadu that this not been done. This is furthest from the correct position. All these are our citizens and we take every measure to look after and provide for them."
President discusses situation in the North with Indian Prime Minister
Posted On: 10/21/2008 9:36:00 PM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa had a telephone discussion on Saturday with Indian Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, during which he briefed the Indian leader on the current situation in the North, where the security forces are engaged in an operation to disarm the LTTE and restore democracy, peace and stability to the region.
President committed to political solution and ending Tamil civilian hardships
Posted On: 10/21/2008 9:25:00 PM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa has told Chief Editor, The Hindu, Mr. N. Ram that he is "firmly committed to a just and enduring political solution” to the Tamil question in Sri Lanka and that "there are no military solutions to political questions,” said a news report in The Hindu today (17).
Commonwealth Youth Games: President congratulates Ambeypitiya
Posted On: 10/17/2008 2:08:00 AM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa congratulated Shehan Ambeypitiya, the fastest young man in the Commonwealth for his achievement in winning Gold with new records in the 100m and 200m events at the Commonwealth Youth Games that concluded in Pune, India and for his contribution in winning Gold at the 4x100m relay.
Time for LTTE to lay down arms and enter democracy – President tells APC
Posted On: 10/12/2008 8:38:00 PM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa addressing the All Parry Conference today repeated his call to the LTTE to lay down arms and surrender.
We wish for peace in Sri Lanka as much as we do with Israel - President Mahmoud Abbas
Posted On: 10/9/2008 10:45:00 PM
The Palestinian people believed in living in peace with their neighbours in Israel, and similarly looked forward to the people of Sri Lanka living together in peace and harmony, said President Mahmoud Abbas of the Palestinian National Authority in a statement after talks with Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa in Colombo today (09).
Palestinian President arrives
Posted On: 10/9/2008 10:39:00 PM
President of the Palestinian National Authority (PNA) Dr. Mahmoud Abbas arrived in the country this evening on a two-day state visit.
President condemns LTTE assassination
Posted On: 10/6/2008 3:08:00 AM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa speaking at ceremony to distribute lands to the landless at Uyanwatta, Matara today, condemned the covertly and brutal act of terrorism carried out at Anuradhapura, assassinating Major General Janaka Perera, Leader of the Opposition, North Central Provincial Council along with 28 others and injuring scores of others.
President wishes Eid-Mubarak
Posted On: 9/30/2008 3:38:00 AM
President Mahinda wishes Eid-Mubarak to all Muslim brothers on the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, which is celebrated the world over by devotees of Islam.
Govt contribution to child welfare unprecedented – President
Posted On: 9/30/2008 3:36:00 AM
The present government has made an unprecedented contribution to the welfare of the children, says President Mahinda Rajapaksa in a message issued by him on the occasion of the International Children’s Day.
President concludes successful UN visit
Posted On: 9/27/2008 8:21:00 AM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa left New York yesterday (26) after attending the 63rd Session of the United Nations General Assembly and meeting with several world leaders and participating in high level discussions on global measures to combat terrorism, and progress on achieving the Millennium Development Goals.
President greets newly elected Japanese PM
Posted On: 9/25/2008 10:40:00 PM
President Mahinda Rajapakse congratulated the new Japan’s Prime Minister Taro Aso. President in a message to the Japanese Prime Minister said he is confident that the strong bonds of friendship and cooperation that Sri Lanka and Japan have enjoyed for long years will continue to flourish during the tenure of the new Prime Minster.
Emphasis on agriculture vital for food security – Presidents of Iran and Sri Lanka
Posted On: 9/25/2008 9:56:00 PM
The Presidents of Sri Lanka and Iran were agreed on the need for emphasis on agricultural development especially in the developing countries in the context of assuring global food security to the people.
LTTE cannot hold Tamils hostage to terror – President at UNGA
Posted On: 9/24/2008 7:27:00 AM
While the Government is ready to implement political and constitutional solutions for the grievances of all communities, it would not and could not let LTTE terrorists to hold the Tamils of the North hostage to terror, said President Mahinda Rajapaksa addressing the 63rd Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) today (24).
President addresses UNGA in Tamil
Posted On: 9/24/2008 7:25:00 AM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa addressing the 63rd Session of the United Nation’s General Assembly spoke a few words in Tamil at the beginning of his address.
Matter of time before all LTTE areas are cleared: Sri Lanka tells CW Sec. Gen
Posted On: 9/23/2008 9:56:00 PM
In discussions on the current developments in the country, the positive manner in which Sri Lanka is combating terrorism, the success achieved in the East and the current engagements towards the liberation of the North too, from the forces of terror were explained by Sri Lanka to the Secretary General of the Commonwealth Shri Kamalesh Sharma, when he met President Mahinda Rajapaksa in New York yesterday (Tuesday 23).
Channel relief to North through Government – Sri Lanka to Norway
Posted On: 9/22/2008 10:07:00 PM
Norway was requested to assist in the government’s continuing humanitarian efforts to bring relief, especially to the people of the North, providing such assistance directly through the government rather than through other organizations.
Enhanced cooperation between Iceland and Sri Lanka
Posted On: 9/22/2008 10:02:00 PM
There was agreement reached on future areas of cooperation between Sri Lanka and Iceland in the key areas of geo-thermal energy, fisheries development and women’s empowerment, at bi-lateral discussions between President Mahinda Rajapaksa and Iceland’s Prime Minister Geier Haarde in New York yesterday (Monday 22).
We will liberate the people and children of the North from terror - President
Posted On: 9/21/2008 11:32:00 PM
“I have been elected as the President of the entire country; of all its people, irrespective of language or religion. I consider myself responsible for all children of our country, whether they are in the South or in the North; Trincomalee, Jaffna, Kilinochchi, Batticaloa, Badulla, Colombo or anywhere else. I see them all as my own children. It is because of this that we need to proceed with liberating the Tamil people of the North and their children from the clutches of the LTTE.”
Statement by President Mahinda Rajapaksa on the demise of former President DB Wijetunga
Posted On: 9/21/2008 11:26:00 PM
New York – (Sunday 21) - I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing away of Mr. D. B. Wijetunga, the Third Executive President of Sri Lanka, earlier yesterday. Entering politics in the pre-independence period, Mr. Wijetunga rose from small beginnings to hold the highest offices in the country.
UN General Assembly - President arrives in New York
Posted On: 9/21/2008 11:22:00 PM
New York, NY - Sunday 21, - 08 - President Mahinda Rajapaksa arrived at the John F Kennedy Airport, New York, by a scheduled flight yesterday.
Make this an “Assembly of Frankness” – President of UNGA
Posted On: 9/21/2008 11:09:00 PM
The 63rd Session of the United Nations General Assembly that opened earlier this week will address the key issues of Climate Change, Gender Equality, Democratization of the United Nations, the spread of terrorism and human trafficking.
President left for New York to attend UN General Assembly
Posted On: 9/19/2008 2:49:00 AM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa left for New York this afternoon to attend the 63rd session of the UN General Assembly.
No negotiation with LTTE before surrendering arms - President
Posted On: 9/16/2008 1:04:00 AM
There will be no negotiations or any form of ceasefire until the LTTE lay down their arms, said President Mahinda Rajapaksa when he addressed the Foreign Correspondents` Association at Temple Trees yesterday.
President calls for working people’s support to end terrorism
Posted On: 9/11/2008 11:03:00 PM
We have to defend our country from terrorism and create an environment for everybody to live in peace in any part of the country, said President Mahinda Rajapaksa addressing the Golden Jubilee Ceremony of the Employee’s Provident Fund (EPF) held at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) yesterday (11).
Chinese Foreign Minister lauds President’s role
Posted On: 9/10/2008 1:21:00 AM
China was confident that under the leadership of President Mahinda Rajapaksa Sri Lanka will play an important role in promoting and ensuring peace and stability in Sri Lanka and South Asia, said Chinese Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi when he called on the President at the President`s House today.
Sri Lankan solidarity with people of Bihar - President’s message of sympathy to Indian PM
Posted On: 9/9/2008 6:38:00 AM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa has expressed the deep sorrow of the Government and people of Sri Lanka to the Government and people of India on the loss of lives and suffering caused by the severe floods the State of Bihar.
Eschew differences and build nation – President
Posted On: 9/4/2008 3:49:00 AM
President called on the nation to leave petty differences behind them and contribute to the battle of uniting the country.
Poverty declines in Hambantota- President
Posted On: 8/29/2008 1:12:00 AM
Poverty, which stood at 31 percent when the UPFA came to power has come down to 12.7 percent said President Mahinda Rajapaksa at the inauguration ceremony of the enhanced Tangalle Water Supply Scheme.
Government committed to rebuilding national unity - President
Posted On: 8/28/2008 2:18:00 AM
Government is committed to rebuilding national unity destroyed by terrorists for nearly three decades, said President Mahinda Rajapaksa at the inauguration of the Kataragama Museum built with Netherlands assistance.
No need for polls till 2010 – President
Posted On: 8/26/2008 8:17:00 PM
The present situation was most favourable for the government to go to the polls. However, as the government had a mandate to be in office till 2010, he saw no reason to hold an election till then, said President Mahinda Rajapaksa, today (Aug 26).
NCP & Sabaragamuwa Polls : Convincing victory for the country - President
Posted On: 8/24/2008 8:57:00 PM
“I see the convincing victory by the United People’s Liberation Front (UPFA) at the elections to the North Central and Sabaragamuwa Provincial Councils held yesterday as a victory for all our people who love our motherland. It is an election where the country has won,” states President Mahinda Rajapaksa in a message on the results of the elections to the North Central and Sabaragamuwa Provinces held yesterday.
President sends greetings to newly elected Nepal Prime Minister
Posted On: 8/21/2008 4:00:00 AM
Your election is a reaffirmation of the values of inclusiveness and pluralism, which are shared by both our people, said President Mahinda Rajapaksa in a message of greetings to the newly elected Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal today.
Govt. never abandoned country’s development - President
Posted On: 8/21/2008 12:09:00 AM
Despite the bloody war with the LTTE and the series of victories achieved, his Government had never ever abandoned or sacrificed the country’s development. President Mahinda Rajapaksa said.
No turning back until every inch of land is liberated - assures President
Posted On: 8/18/2008 10:57:00 PM
We liberated the Eastern Province and will liberate the North too very shortly. There is no turning back under any circumstances or influence now, until every inch of land is recaptured and each and every terrorist is killed or captured. Our Armed Forces are fighting the terrorists to protect our Motherland at the risk of their lives said President Mahinda Rajapaksa addressing a rally at Ruwanwella yesterday in support of the UPFA candidates contesting the forthcoming Sabaragamuwa Provincial Council elections on August 23.
Government to secure future of artistes
Posted On: 8/17/2008 11:31:00 PM
The Government is committed to improve the professional and living standards of traditional artistes and secure a bright future for them, said President Mahinda Rajapaksa addressing the Diyawadana Nilame and artistes who participated in the premier cultural pageant of Sri Lanka, the Dalada Perahera at President`s House, Kandy on Sunday August 17.
Enhanced global support for development - President
Posted On: 8/14/2008 9:22:00 PM
All assumptions and theories originated and propagated by certain parties relating to the receipt of foreign aid by the Government have been proved baseless, President Mahinda Rajapaksa said.
Sri Lanka – China relations a role model – President Hu Jintao
Posted On: 8/13/2008 4:09:00 AM
Describing Sri Lanka – China relations as a role model for two countries of different sizes and political ideologies, Chinese President Hu Jintao agreed to further support the upliftment of the socio-economic standards of the people of Sri Lanka well as extending assistance for new development projects. He also acknowledged the growing mutual political trust and close support extended by both countries in international and regional affairs. said a press release issued by the Sri Lankan Embassy in Beijing.
China to accelerate development projects in Sri Lanka
Posted On: 8/7/2008 4:20:00 AM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa who is in China to attend the Beijing Olympic 2008 held bilateral talks with Chinese President Hu Jintao today (07) at Great Hall.
President visits Olympic village
Posted On: 8/7/2008 2:23:00 AM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa and Madam Shiranthi Rajapaksa visited the Olympic village yesterday (6) evening. They were welcomed by the Deputy Mayor Chen Jiang.
President attends Beijing Olympics
Posted On: 8/6/2008 1:52:00 AM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa left for China this morning (6) to attend the opening ceremony of Beijing Olympics as a special guest on an official invitation by the government of the People`s Republic of China.
15th SAARC Summit: President says Thank You
Posted On: 8/4/2008 7:13:00 AM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa has thanked all those who contributed to the successful conclusion of the 15th SAARC Summit which helped immensely in doing Sri Lanka proud in the eyes of the world.
SAARC Summit took far-reaching decisions of key issues - President
Posted On: 8/3/2008 3:55:00 AM
The 15th SAARC Summit that concluded has taken far-reaching decisions on key issues affecting the region such as terrorism, food and fuel security, and trade, with discussions that had a strong focus, on economic and commercial cooperation, and members can draw satisfaction from a most productive and fruitful outcome, said President Mahinda Rajapaksa in his statement at the conclusion of the 15th SAARC Summit at the BMICH today.
SAARC leaders condemn terrorism
Posted On: 8/2/2008 3:46:00 AM
Terrorism featured prominently in the addresses of the SAARC leaders at the inauguration of the 15th SAARC Summit. They were united in condemnation of terrorism and warning of the threat it posed to development of the region.
India hands over SAARC chair to Sri Lanka
Posted On: 8/2/2008 1:58:00 AM
Indian Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh officially handed over the SAARC chairmanship to President Mahinda Rajapaksa in Colombo this morning.
Redouble collective efforts to combat terrorism – President to SAARC
Posted On: 8/1/2008 11:51:00 PM
Addressing the SAARC Heads of State and Government today President Mahinda Rajapaksa called on them to redouble efforts for collective action to combat terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, remembering it is the element of interdependence which is crucial for a durable peace and the protection of democratic values in the region.
Pakistan firmly supports Sri Lanka’s territorial integrity – Prime Minister Gilani
Posted On: 8/1/2008 10:29:00 PM
The Prime Minister of Pakistan Makhdoom Raza Gilani expressed his country’s firm support for Sri Lanka’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, in discussions with President Mahinda Rajapaksa, at bi-lateral talks that are part of the 15th SAARC Summit in Colombo, today (Aug 01).
Prosperity of India and Sri Lanka closely linked - Manmohan Singh
Posted On: 8/1/2008 10:24:00 PM
One cannot envisage a prosperous India without strong links with her neighbors, and the present SAARC Summit in Colombo provided an opportunity for such a partnership, said the Indian Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, in discussions with President Mahinda Rajapaksa at the Presidential Secretariat today.
New air links between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh - President and Bangladeshi leader
Posted On: 8/1/2008 2:46:00 AM
The establishment of new air links between Sri Lanka and Dhaka was among the key items discussed between the Head of State and Chief Advisor of Bangladesh Dr, Fakhruddin Ahmed and Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa at bi-lateral talks held at the Presidential Secretariat today.
Sri Lanka and Bhutan – the common challenge of climate change
Posted On: 8/1/2008 1:09:00 AM
Bhutan and Sri Lanka share common ideals and traditions, as well as challenges, said the Prime Minister of Bhutan Lyonpo Jigmi Y Thinley. Among the challenges faced by the two countries were the pressing issues of climate change. While Bhutan faced the crisis of melting glaciers, Sri Lanka faced the problems caused by the rise in sea levels and changes in weather patterns.
Lumbini Development discussed by Nepali and Sri Lankan leaders
Posted On: 7/31/2008 11:43:00 PM
Plans to develop Lumbini as a major visitor and pilgrim destination n in South Asia featured prominently the bi-lateral discussions between Sri Lanka President Mahinda Rajapaksa and the Prime Minister of Nepal, Girija Prasad Koirala at the Presidential Secretariat today.
SAARC takes South Asia to position of strength and importance - President
Posted On: 7/31/2008 8:48:00 PM
The partnership of SAARC has grown in strength and importance over the years. It is one that, we trust, will take the South Asian Region to a position of strength and importance, with a singular voice and new approaches, to dealing with the many issues that confront both South Asia and the world at large, says President Mahinda Rajapaksa in his message for the 15th SAARC Summit being held in Colombo.
Progress in democracy and Human Rights will continue – President tells British Minister
Posted On: 7/15/2008 4:09:00 AM
As President Mahinda Rajapaksa has achieved something remarkable and impressive in establishing a process for the resolution of Human Rights issues, the International Community would like to help Sri Lanka as she makes progress along the lines of action initiated by the President.
President at Business TOP 10 awards
Posted On: 7/15/2008 3:40:00 AM
Sri Lanka’s Top 10 business institutions received their awards for excellence from President Mahinda Rajapaksa at a ceremony held at Temple Trees, Colombo today (July 15). The awardees are selected by the Business Today magazine annually since 1997.
Defeating terrorism a precondition for political solution
Posted On: 7/15/2008 3:38:00 AM
The present ethnic crisis needs a political solution but terrorism has to be defeated first to ensure that solution would be a success, said President Mahinda Rajapaksa addressing the first anniversary of the Federation of Self Employed Persons held at Temple Trees, Colombo yesterday (14).
Ready for talks with LTTE, says President
Posted On: 7/13/2008 10:57:00 PM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa said on Saturday (July 12) that his government was ready to resume talks with the LTTE provided it laid down arms.
National Sports Festival commences
Posted On: 7/10/2008 10:23:00 PM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa yesterday declared opened the 34th National Sports Festival at D.A. Rajapaksa Stadium in Beliatta.
President lauds working class for thwarting strike
Posted On: 7/10/2008 10:12:00 PM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa lauded and thanked the working class for their cooperation in thwarting the strike called by JVP and UNP.
New Housing Development Minister appointed
Posted On: 7/10/2008 12:05:00 AM
Former Deputy Speaker and veteran politician Geethanjana Gunawardene was yesterday sworn in as non-Cabinet Minister for Housing Development before President Mahinda Rajapaksa.
Sri Lankan signs oil exploration agreement with India
Posted On: 7/7/2008 2:20:00 AM
The government today signed the agreement with Cairn India Ltd to explore and produce hydro -carbon and natural gas in the Mannar Basin in Northern Sri Lanka.
Asia Cup : President’s congrats to Sri Lankan Cricketers
Posted On: 7/6/2008 9:21:00 PM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa has congratulated the Sri Lanka Cricket Team on their winning the Asia Cup beating India in Karachi last night.
President declares open Arugam Bay bridge
Posted On: 7/1/2008 9:21:00 PM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa declared open the Arugam Bay bridge connecting Pottuvil, Arugam Bay and Panama in the Eastern province today (July 01).
Govt offers Interim allowance for public sector
Posted On: 6/30/2008 2:07:00 AM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa after meeting members of 50 Trade Unions yesterday at Temple Trees directed officials to grant an interim allowance of Rs. 1000 to the public sector with effect from July 2008.
Reconstructed Beruwala fishing harbour commenced operations
Posted On: 6/27/2008 3:43:00 AM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa inaugurated the operations of reconstructed Beruwala fishing harbour today.
Do not hamper future of students – President requests teachers
Posted On: 6/26/2008 8:43:00 PM
Teachers when seeking solution for their problems should never take any steps that could affect the future of their students said President Mahinda Rajapaksa when he met members of Teachers’ Trade Unions today at Temple Trees.
Promptly implement Govt decisions, President tells Secretaries
Posted On: 6/26/2008 1:45:00 AM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa has directed Ministry Secretaries to take prompt action in implementing the decisions taken by the government for the welfare of the people.
Conspiracy to smear Sri Lankan image – inter-religious dignitaries
Posted On: 6/24/2008 3:58:00 AM
Religious dignitaries who met President Mahinda Rajapaksa at President’s House this morning pointed out that certain groups were engaging in propagating baseless allegations locally and internationally against the government and bringing disgrace to the country. They had come together as an inter-religious body to challenge these forces and depict the true picture of the country.
Govt committed to protect all faiths- asserts President
Posted On: 6/23/2008 9:11:00 PM
The Government is fully committed and prepared to make sacrifices and be committed to protect all faiths and their associated sites of worship asserted President Mahinda Rajapaksa yesterday at a ceremony to donate financial aid to religious institutions held at the Presidential Secretariat.
President`s Poson Message : Building a society offering comfort to all
Posted On: 6/18/2008 9:23:00 PM
"The best service to human society is making collective efforts at social welfare that eschews all divisions. Moved by this belief my government has initiated several projects to prevent social degradation and build a society imbued with religious fervour, offering comfort to all," states President Mahinda Rajapaksa in his message to the nation on Poson Full Moon.
Stop LTTE raising money in UK - President Rajapaksa
Posted On: 6/16/2008 3:47:00 AM
Supporters of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) were able to raise millions of pounds each year from the Tamil community in Britain, some of whom were coerced into donating the money. "You can`t have two different attitudes towards terrorism," he told The Times, UK this week during a visit to London for the meting of Commonwealth leaders on reforms to world institutions, where he raised this issue with Prime Minister Gordon Brown. "I don`t agree that there are good terrorists and bad terrorists. There is only one kind of terrorist,” the President said.
Fr. Flavian Wilathgamuwa : True patriot and great educator - President
Posted On: 6/16/2008 3:44:00 AM
Sri Lanka has lost a true patriot and great educator who fought fearlessly to protect the good image of the country, and brought patriotism into teaching, says President Mahinda Rajapaksa in a message of condolence at the passing away of Re. Fr. Flavian Wilathgamuwa, a former Director of St. Benedict’s College, Kotahena.
President returns
Posted On: 6/13/2008 2:03:00 AM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa after attending Commonwealth Conference in London returned to the island today (June 13).
UK Parliamentarians meet President
Posted On: 6/10/2008 10:40:00 PM
A cross party group of British parliamentarians called on President Mahinda Rajapaksa last evening. The President, briefing the MPs on the current situation in Sri Lanka, made particular reference to the government’s firm commitment to address the grievances of all communities through a political process whilst eradicating terrorism.
Commonwealth Conference ends
Posted On: 6/10/2008 10:38:00 PM
Commonwealth Conference which brought together 12 Heads of State in London over the last two days to discuss the reform of international institutions such as the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund ended yesterday.
President meets British PM
Posted On: 6/9/2008 10:20:00 PM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa met the British Prime minister Gordon Brown at the British Prime Minister`s official residence at No.10 Downing Street, London yesterday.
President arrives in London
Posted On: 6/9/2008 2:56:00 AM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa arrived in London yesterday to attend the Commonwealth Conference.
Do not betray victory of the nation – President at National War Heroes day
Posted On: 6/8/2008 10:11:00 PM
“I ask all political parties including the opposition, and various other organizations not to betray the victory we have won as a nation. If anyone tries to destroy this, it would amount to destroying a great mansion built upon the aspirations of the people,” said President Mahinda Rajapaksa in his address at the National War Heroes Day celebrations at Sri Jayawardenapura – Kotte, today (June 07).
LTTE terror: President calls for vigilance and calm
Posted On: 6/6/2008 12:22:00 AM
“I call on the people to remain calm and not give in to deliberate provocations aimed at fanning communal hatred and violence; remain vigilant against the forces of terror, and continue to assist the Police and Security Forces in the task of eradicating terrorism from our country, said Mahinda Rajapaksa in a statement on the bomb explosion at Katubedda carried out by the LTTE today (6th).
Mining and agriculture - Sri Lanka to learn from the Brazilian experience
Posted On: 6/5/2008 12:05:00 AM
President Lula da Silva of Brazil has asked Sri Lanka to send a delegation to study new technologies and advances in the spheres of mining, irrigation and agriculture which could assist Sri Lanka in economic development and lead to closer ties between the countries.
Japan – Sri Lanka: High level consultations of oil & gas exploration
Posted On: 6/4/2008 4:06:00 AM
The Prime Minister of Japan has suggested ministerial level consultations between Sri Lanka and Japan on oil and gas exploration by Japan in Sri Lanka and on the settlement of loans from Japan to Sri Lanka.
UN Food Summit : Sri Lanka moots Global Food Crisis Fund - “No food land for biofuels” - President Rajapaksa
Posted On: 6/3/2008 9:18:00 PM
“I strongly commend to the world leaders gathered here to seriously consider the setting up of a Global Food Crisis Fund that will have contributions from all countries and from large business organizations that transcend geographical boundaries, and from financial institutions, arms manufacturers and philanthropists of the world, among others. The mechanics of such a fund will have to be worked out in keeping with the goal of assisting countries faced with serious dangers to food security and also in funding initiatives for greater food production,” said President Mahinda Rajapaksa addressing the UN Food Summit in Rome today (03).
President directs immediate relief measures to the flood-affected
Posted On: 6/2/2008 2:58:00 AM
President Mahinda Rajapakasa instructed the officials at Ministry of Disaster Management and other officials to take immediate measures to meet the emergency requirements of the people affected by floods.
President arrives in Rome
Posted On: 6/1/2008 10:26:00 PM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa arrived at Leonardo da Vinci International airport in Rome this morning to attend the World Food and Agriculture Organisation (WFAO) Conference for Heads of State to be held at the WFAO Headquarters in Rome.
No stop till terrorism is defeated - President Rajapaksa
Posted On: 5/27/2008 1:50:00 AM
“I will not stop till terrorism is defeated,” said President Mahinda Rajapaksa to the Sri Lankan media commenting on the bomb blast by the LTTE on a train at Dehiwela yesterday (26).
Defeating terrorism means defeating communalism – President
Posted On: 5/23/2008 4:02:00 AM
Language, nation and culture do not develop when you evict thousands of people belonging to another race from your region. You cannot develop or nurture language or a nation with communalism. Hence defeating terrorism in a country means defeating communalism, said President Mahinda Rajapaksa.
President`s Vesak Message
Posted On: 5/22/2008 10:45:00 PM
It is with much devotion and faith that I join all Sri Lankan Buddhists in celebrating the Great Vesak Festival.
Bomb blast in Colombo : Repeated savagery calls for concerted action against terror - President
Posted On: 5/22/2008 10:44:00 PM
“Repeated savagery of this order underlines and reiterates the need for concerted action by all those who cherish democracy, human rights and the values of civilized society, to eradicate the menace of terrorism of which the LTTE remains the bloodiest example today,” said President Mahinda Rajapaksa in a statement on the bomb attack carried out by the LTTE in Colombo, today.
President expresses condolence to people of China
Posted On: 5/15/2008 10:43:00 PM
President Mahinda Rajapaksa extended his deepest sympathies to the bereaved families and the victims of earthquake that struck western China on May 12.