Govt. will extend its support to strengthen the manufacturing industry – The President A pre-budget discussion for the year 2026 was held today (27) at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake with local entrepreneurs in the ceramic industry , to review concerns and proposals related to challenges in the industry….
President Briefed on New Plans to Boost Industrial Sector’s Contribution to the National Economy A review of the projects implemented under the 2025 budgetary allocations of the Ministry of Industries and Enterprise Development, together with the pre-budget discussion for the year 2026, was held this morning (27) at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of…
Government ready to support exporters Pay fair taxes for facilities provided – President A pre-budget discussion for the year 2026 was held yesterday (26) at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake with private sector entrepreneurs in the plantation sector to gather insights and recommendations regarding issues in the export sector….
Sri Lanka’s Defence Forces must become one of the most professional in the world – President President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has emphasised that Sri Lanka’s defence forces must be developed into one of the most professional forces in the world. He instructed officials to ensure that the necessary budgetary allocations are properly channelled to provide…
Projects initiated this year must be steered towards achieving their set targets within the year – President A review of the projects implemented under the 2025 budget allocations for the Ministry of Urban Development, Construction and Housing, along with a pre-budget discussions for 2026, was held today (25) at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake underscored that ambassadors carry the crucial responsibility of strengthening Sri Lanka’s image on the international stage. He made these remarks this afternoon (22) at the Presidential Secretariat during a meeting with newly appointed Heads of Missions. Congratulating the new heads of missions, the President urged them to serve Sri Lankans living…
A review of projects implemented under the 2025 budget allocations for the Ministry of Plantation and Community Infrastructure, along with preliminary discussions on the 2026 budget, was held today (22) at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. The meeting extensively reviewed the progress of projects implemented in 2025 under the…
The ‘Environment Pioneer President’s Medal Awarding Ceremony – 2025’ was held this morning (21) at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall in Colombo, under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. The event, jointly organised annually by the Central Environmental Authority and the Ministry of Education, recognises and appreciates students with exceptional knowledge of environmental…
A meeting was held yesterday morning (20) at the Presidential Secretariat between His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith, Archbishop of Colombo, the members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Sri Lanka (CBCSL) and President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. During the meeting, the Cardinal briefed the President on the matters discussed at the tri-annual meeting of the Catholic…
“Implement programmes to empower women aimed at eradicating rural poverty.” – The President A pre-budget meeting for the Ministry of Women and Child Affairs for the year 2026 was held this morning (20) at the Presidential Secretariat, presided over by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. During the meeting, the progress of projects implemented by various institutions…
A new transformation in the health sector with priority given to primary healthcare Create a strategy to engage state media in transforming society’s attitudes – President A review of the projects implemented under the 2025 budgetary allocations for the Ministry of Health and Mass Media, together with a pre-budget discussion for the year 2026, was…
Special Focus on Training Programmes for Social Service Officers in the Upcoming Budget A review meeting on the projects implemented under the 2025 budget allocations for the Ministry of Rural Development, Social Security and Community Empowerment, along with preliminary discussions on the 2026 budget proposals, was held this morning (19) at the Presidential Secretariat under…
The newly appointed Inspector General of Police (IGP), Attorney-at-Law Priyantha Weerasooriya, met President Anura Kumara Dissanayake this afternoon (15) at the Presidential Secretariat. The President extended his best wishes to the new Inspector General, who in turn presented the President with a commemorative gift. Attorney-at-Law Priyantha Weerasooriya is the 37th Inspector General of Police in…
Prepare a plan for creating a sports culture in the country – President A review on the implementation of the 2025 budget allocations for the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, together with preliminary discussions on the 2026 budget proposals, was held this morning (15) at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of President Anura…
All stakeholders’ consensus is vital when implementing development projects – President A discussion on the proposed Mannar wind power plant and related emerging issues was held yesterday afternoon (13) at the Presidential Secretariat, under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. The meeting focused on the country’s energy needs and the importance of the project…
A pre-budget discussion for the Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation was held this morning (13) at the Presidential Secretariat, chaired by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. The meeting focused on reviewing the 2025 budget allocations and formulating proposals for the 2026 budget. President Dissanayake reviewed each transport sector individually, including highways, expressways and…
The second meeting of the Export Development Council of Ministers (EDCM) was held yesterday (12) under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat. The discussions focused on reviewing the decisions taken at the previous meeting, addressing challenges in achieving the Government’s target of increasing export earnings to US $ 36 billion…
A cordial meeting took place between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and the Malaysian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, His Excellency Badli Hisham bin Adam, at the Presidential Secretariat this afternoon (12). Both parties focused on further strengthening the close ties between Sri Lanka and Malaysia. The Malaysian High Commissioner expressed his country’s readiness to share…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with the Canadian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, His Excellency Eric Walsh, at the Presidential Secretariat this afternoon (12). Extending his best wishes as Mr. Walsh prepares to conclude his term in Sri Lanka, the President acknowledged Canada’s significant Sri Lankan diaspora and expressed appreciation for Canada’s assistance during the…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with the Australian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, His Excellency Paul Stephens, at the Presidential Secretariat this afternoon (12). Extending his best wishes as Mr. Stephens prepares to conclude his term in Sri Lanka, the President expressed appreciation for the High Commissioner’s support during and after the country’s recent economic…
Ready for Large-Scale Investment in Sri Lanka – ROX Group President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with senior representatives of Vietnam’s ROX Group at the Presidential Secretariat this afternoon (12). The delegation was led by Mr. Tran Anh Tuan, Chairman of the Advisory Board of ROX Group and Chairman of the Maritime Commercial Joint Stock Bank…
The youth movement has evolved into a force that cultivates leaders poised to steer the nation’s future – President President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that, with the beginning of the new political transformation, the youth movement in the country has transitioned from being a political pawn to a platform that cultivates competent leaders prepared to…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake chaired a meeting this morning (11) at the Presidential Secretariat to review projects implemented under the 2025 budget allocations for the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation, and to discuss pre-budget proposals for 2026. The President held separate discussions with officials on agriculture, livestock, land and irrigation, issuing directives to…
A nation cannot choose its path to future development by abandoning its heritage and culture – President The ‘Sannasa’ (scroll) informing the successful completion of the annual Kandy Esala Maha Perahera of the historic Sri Dalada Maligawa and the Sathara Maha Devala (The Four Chief Shrines) with great pageantry while honouring ancient traditions, was formally…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who visited Kandy to attend the concluding ceremony of the annual Esala Perahera festival of the historic Sri Dalada Maligawa, called on the Chief Prelates of the Malwatte and Asgiri Chapters this afternoon (09) and received their blessings. The President first visited the Malwathu Maha Vihara, where he met with the…
The national celebration of the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, which falls today (09), was held this morning at Indigenous Museum premises, Dambana under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. Sri Lanka’s foremost indigenous leader, Vishwa Keerthi Vanaspathi Uruwarige Vannila Aththo, initiated the tradition of celebrating World’s Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Sri…
Do not even think of conspiring to destabilise the country – Says the President in Parliament President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that, as a result of the immense sacrifices made by the government over the past year or so, the country’s economy has now reached a stable and strengthened path. He further said that the…
Australia ready to extend continued support for a successful journey under the President’s clear leadership – Governor-General Samantha Joy Mostyn Australian Governor-General, Her Excellency Samantha Joy Mostyn, met with His Excellency President Anura Kumara Dissanayake this afternoon (08) at the Presidential Secretariat, where the two parties held bilateral discussions. During the meeting, lengthy discussions were…
Plan to Integrate All Agencies Responsible for Disaster Management President Instructs Officials to Amend the Disaster Management Act to Meet Current Needs The 14th session of the National Council for Disaster Management was held yesterday (6) at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. Significantly, this is the first time the…
The “Sith Roo – 2025” concert, organised by the Department of Social Services with the aim of elevating the aesthetic talents of differently abled persons to a national platform, was held this afternoon (05 August) at the Nelum Pokuna (Lotus Pond ) Theatre in Colombo, under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. The event…
A meeting between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and the Sri Lankan Singers Association was held this afternoon (05) at the Presidential Secretariat. During the meeting, the Sri Lankan Singers Association requested the President to amend the necessary laws to grant full and legal rights to singers and composers, as well as lyricists, for a song….
– President says addressing the 41st Annual Convention of the Sri Lanka Administrative Service Association President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that next year’s budget allocations will be set aside to build a modern public service, following a self-critique of the state, which he described as being in a state of physical and spiritual ruin. President…
– President says Addressing Sri Lankan Community in Maldives President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasised that his government will honour the trust placed in them by all Sri Lankan people and fulfil the responsibility of building the prosperous nation they envision. The President made these remarks yesterday (30) afternoon while addressing the Sri Lankan community residing…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake attended Sri Lanka-Maldives Business Forum yesterday (30), held at JEN Maldives Malé Hotel. The forum was jointly organized by the Sri Lankan High Commission in the Maldives and the Sri Lanka-Maldives Business Council of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce. The event aimed to invite the Maldivian business community to invest in…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake returned to the island last night (30), successfully concluding his state visit to the Maldives that commenced on the 28th. The President undertook this state visit at the invitation of Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, President of the Maldives. During this state visit, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake held extensive discussions with President Dr….
President Plants a Sapling to Mark the Occasion President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who is currently on a state visit to the Maldives, took part in a ceremonial tree planting event this afternoon (30) held at the Sultan Park in Male, to mark the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Maldives and…
The Deputy Speaker of the Maldivian Parliament and five cabinet ministers from the Maldivian government visited the Kurumba Maldives resort today (29) to hold discussions with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. Those who met with the President included: Mr. Ahmed Nazim, Deputy Speaker of the Maldivian Parliament; Dr. Abdulla Khaleel, Minister of Foreign Affairs; Mr. Mohamed…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake affirmed that Sri Lanka and the Maldives will not only remain close friends but will also advance as partners united by a common vision and purpose. He made these remarks after attending a special dinner hosted by Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu at the Kurumba Maldives resort last night (28). President…
President of the Maldives hosted a state banquet in honour of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who is currently on a state visit to the Maldives, last night (28) at the Kurumba resort, Maldives. The dinner was organized by Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu. The Sri Lankan delegation, including the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment…
His Excellency President Mohamed Muizzu Honourable Ministers Excellencies Ladies and Gentlemen Friends from the media Ayubowan, Assalamu Alaikum, Good Afternoon! It is indeed a pleasure to be in Malé on my first State Visit, which symbolizes the close bilateral ties and existing cordial partnership between Sri Lanka and Maldives. This visit infused renewed dynamism and…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, currently on a state visit to the Maldives, held bilateral discussions with Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu this afternoon (28) at the Maldivian Presidential Office. Upon his arrival at the Maldivian Presidential Office, President Dissanayake was warmly welcomed by Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu. After President Anura Kumara Dissanayake signed the…
The official state welcome ceremony for President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who is currently on a state visit to the Maldives, was held this afternoon (28) at the Republic Square in the capital city of Male. President Dissanayake was warmly received upon his arrival at Republic Square by the President of the Maldives, Dr. Mohamed Muizzu…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake arrived at Velana International Airport this morning (28), marking the start of his state visit to the Maldives. Upon arrival, he was warmly received by Maldivian President Dr Mohamed Muizzu, with a Guard of Honour from the Maldives National Defence Force. As part of the airport welcome ceremony, a group of…
At the invitation of the President of the Maldives, Dr Mohamed Muizzu, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake departed the country this morning (28) for an state visit to the Maldives. The state visit, scheduled from July 28 to 30, will include bilateral discussions between President Dissanayake and President Muizzu, as well as meetings with other senior…
Justice Preethi Padman Surasena, the most senior Supreme Court Justice, was sworn in as the new Chief Justice of Sri Lanka this morning (27) at the Presidential Secretariat, before President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. Justice Preethi Padman Surasena is the 49th Chief Justice of Sri Lanka. Justice Surasena’s name was recently approved by the Constitutional Council…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake attended the inaugural session of the Annual General Meeting of the Global Federation of Sri Lankan Business Councils (GFSLBC), held this morning (25) at the Shangri-La Hotel in Colombo. The GFSLBC serves as a platform bringing together the global Sri Lankan business community. Entrepreneurs from 15 countries, including the United States,…
The ‘Hotel Show Colombo – 2025’ was officially inaugurated this morning (25) by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Memorial Exhibition Centre (BMICH), Colombo. This exhibition, which is jointly organized annually by the Sri Lanka Hospitality Graduates Association (SLHGA) in collaboration with the public and private sectors, is being held for the 17th…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake held a discussion this afternoon (24) at the Presidential Secretariat with relevant Ministers and Officials regarding the protection of wild elephants and the safeguarding daily lives of rural community. During the meeting, the President inquired into the current situation regarding the increasing harassment incidents involving wild elephants and their disruptive impact…
Government takes responsibility for providing optimal school education for every child – President pledges during debate on Education Reforms President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that the proposed education reform is not merely limited to curriculum revision but will simultaneously elevate both the social and economic spheres of the country. The President requested support for this…
Five newly appointed ambassadors and one high commissioner to Sri Lanka officially presented their credentials to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (24). Notably, among the diplomats who presented their credentials was Mr. Sergey Viktorov, the newly appointed Ambassador for the Republic of Kazakhstan. This marks a significant milestone in diplomatic…