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MoU signed between ICTA & enpact e.V, Germany to collaborate between startup ecosystems
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Germany initiated and facilitated the signing of a MOU between the Information and Communication Technology Agency (ICTA) of Sri Lanka and ENPACT e.V. in Berlin, Germany, which represents the Berlin Senate’s startup initiative “AsiaBerlin”, on 08 April 2021, with a view to fostering a strong bridge between Berlin, the […]
Bar Association requests Government to defer further action on Port City Commission Bill
The Executive Committee of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) requests the Government to defer further action on the Colombo Port City Economic Commission Bill until the views of all stakehołders including the public are sought and given due consideration. On 08 April 2021, just fifteen (15) calendar days after the publication of the […]
Palitha Kohona formally presents Credentials to Chinese President
Ambassador Dr. Palitha Kohona presented Letters of Credence to President of the People’s Republic of China Xi Jinping on 14 April 2021 at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.He also formally handed over the letter of recall of the former Ambassador. By the presentation of the credentials, Dr. Kohona has been formally recognised […]
‘s Deputy Prime Minister for International Relations in Oman
State Minister of Money & Capital Market and Public Enterprise Reforms Ajith Nivard Cabraal and Sayyid Assad bin Tarik al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for International Relations and Cooperation Affairs of the Sultanate of Oman held a special meeting today (9). Minister Cabraal conveyed greetings from the President and Prime Minister of Sri Lanka and […]
Gazette notification to recruit 40 eligible candidates to join Sri Lanka Foreign Service issued
The Foreign Ministry is pleased to inform that a gazette notification to recruit 40 eligible candidates to join the Sri Lanka Foreign Service (SLFS) is now published. The Gazette Notification No. 2,223 dated 9 April 2021 can be accessed at http://www.documents.gov.lk/files/gz/2021/4/2021-04-09(I-IIA)E.pdf. Members to the Foreign Service are selected every few years through an open competitive recruitment […]
John Keells Logistics: Making It Happen for the Customer
As a leading third-party supply chain solutions provider in Sri Lanka, John Keells Logistics (JKLL) has been renowned for its customer centric approach since its inception back in 2006. As an entity that serves numerous customers from diverse industries, recognizing the importance of being customer-centric has been a crucial aspect in the success story of […]
Interview: Post-COVID investment to Sri Lanka back on track
The Board of Investment (BOI) Chairman Sanjaya Mohottala said Sri Lanka is home to over 1,200 foreign companies and out that 50 percent of capital formation that took place in 2020 by BOI companies came from existing investors. He added that along with supporting existing industries to expand, the BOI is also looking to orchestrate […]
Interview: Post-COVID investment to Sri Lanka back on track
The Board of Investment (BOI) Chairman Sanjaya Mohottala said Sri Lanka is home to over 1,200 foreign companies and out that 50 percent of capital formation that took place in 2020 by BOI companies came from existing investors. He added that along with supporting existing industries to expand, the BOI is also looking to orchestrate […]
BASL expresses serious concern about violent & brutal nature of certain Police Officers
The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) expresses serious concern about the recent reports of incidents involving the use of force by certain Police Officers and the violent and brutal nature of the force used. The BASL is firmly of the view that the use of force should not be used under any circumtances except […]
Strengthening recycling identified as immediate solution to plastic waste issue
AIESEC Sri Lanka hosts webinar on plastic waste management in view of recycling day CEA emphasizes need to adopt a collaborative approach to addressing the issue Only 20% of the plastic waste in the market reach recyclers Strengthening recycling practices and systems identified as key In view of Global Recycling Day, youth organization AIESEC Sri […]
Expert Committee Report on Solid Waste Management handed over to President
The report of the Expert Committee on Solid Waste Management was handed over to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Presidential Secretariat yesterday (31). Solid waste management has become an enormous issue for many countries in the world as well as for Sri Lanka. Improper disposal of solid waste lead to a number of harmful consequences […]
Emirates celebrates 35 years of service to Colombo
Emirates is celebrating 35 years of connecting Sri Lanka to the world. Since its first flight in 1986, the airline has carried more than 8 million passengers to and from Colombo – operating more than 49,000 roundtrip flights. Emirates currently serves the country with six weekly flights, connecting customers to more than 90 destinations within […]