Category: Politics
CCC Calls for President to resign & party leaders to ensure smooth transition of power
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce reiterates its call for President Gotabaya Rajapakse to resign immediately for the sake of the country and its stability as he has lost the trust and confidence of the people as aptly demonstrated by the heightened protests witnessed today on an unprecedented scale around President’s House and President’s Office. Further, […]
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Protesters in Colombo Fort, who broke through police barricades to reach the entrance of the President’s House, have entered the premises. The group is currently protesting inside the President’s House. Protesters have also entered the Presidential Secretariat. buy renova online https://curohealthservices.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/png/renova.html no prescription pharmacy
Ceylon Chamber appeals to all parties to prevent violence on 9th July
Ceylon Chamber of Commerce notes that a number of political parties, professional associations and civil society organizations have called for mass protests on 9 th July. While clearly understanding the views of the general public and recognizing their freedom of speech and right to express views through public protests, CCC appeals to all parties to […]
Dhammika Perera enters Parliament
Sri Lankan businessman Dhammika Perera was sworn in as a Member of Parliament before the Speaker today representing the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) as a national list MP. “I handed over my asset declaration and tax clearance certificate to the Speaker today,” speaking to journalists Perera said. “I think the President will give me […]
No intention to take any minister post under this govt, says independent MP Champika Ranawaka
Opposition MP Patali Champika Ranawaka told parliament on Wednesday that he will function as an independent opposition parliamentarian from today. He added that he doesn’t have any intention to take up any ministerial portfolio under this government as the government needs to truly become an all-party government.
People’s aspirations for system change in governance incorporated in SJB’s 21 A: Eran
SJB Parliamentarian Eran Wickramaratne said that if the government has a genuine need to bring in a system change as demanded by the people across the country it is high time for the government, to bring in the amendment proposed by the SJB to parliament with the approval of the Cabinet of Ministers. If the […]
PM takes oaths as Minister of Finance, Economic Stabilisation & National Policies
Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe was sworn in as the Minister of Finance, Economic Stabilisation and National Policies. The swearing in took place before President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the President’s House in Colombo this morning (25). buy champix online https://www.healthymomsandbabes.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/png/champix.html no prescription pharmacy Secretary to the President Gamini Senarath was also present. buy ciprodex online https://www.healthymomsandbabes.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/png/ciprodex.html […]
Ceylon Chamber call for few more edits to the 21st amendment to the constitution of Sri Lanka
In a letter to the Minister of Justice, Constitutional Affairs and Prison Reform the joint Chambers of Commerce has called for a further strengthening of the 21st amendment through a few more amendments necessitated by past learnings and current context to meet the aspirations of the people, including the business community, who are seeking a […]
New Foreign Secretary Aruni Wijewardane assumes duties
The new Secretary to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Aruni Wijewardane assumed duties at the Foreign Ministry on 23 May, 2022. She was appointed as the Secretary with effect from 20 May, 2022. After a simple ceremony following the assumption of duties, Foreign Secretary Wijewardane addressed the staff officers of the Ministry. A Member of […]
Nine cabinet ministers sworn in before President
Nine new Cabinet Ministers of the All-Party Government were sworn in before President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the President’s House in Colombo this morning (20). They are; 01. Nimal Siripala de Silva – Minister of Ports, Shipping and Aviation Services 02. Dr. Susil Premajayantha – Minister of Education 03. Dr. Keheliya Rambukwella […]
“Rajapaksa government does not support PM Wickremesinghe,” Eran in Parliament
SJB Parliamentarian Eran Wickramaratne said that although Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe had proposed that a female be elected unopposed to the vacant post of Deputy Speaker of Parliament, the Rajapaksas nominated a male and elected him as the deputy speaker opposing the PM’s proposal. By this act the Rajapaksas have made it clear at the […]
Public clamours for Harsha de Silva to join government
May 15, 2022 (LBO) – Sri Lanka’s twittersphere has seen a surge in activity due to the recent political and economic crises. Events reached a crescendo as violent rioting transitioned into the the surprising outcome of Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe being sworn in for the 6th time. Perhaps the most significant presence on Twitter in […]