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Crisis-hit Lanka gets $350 mn loan from ADB

The bank said that the program is part of a broader package of financial assistance anchored by the IMF’s Extended Fund Facility for the country…reports Asian Lite News The Asian Development Bank

May 29, 2023

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Lanka to ensure religious harmony

The minister added the new legislation is necessary due to various issues associated with the management of religious institutions…reports Asian Lite News Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Buddhasasana, Religious, and Cultural Affairs is

May 28, 2023

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Lanka rules out any security arrangements with China

Wickremsinghe emphasised that Asian countries do not wish to be forced to manage competing pressure from both China and US…writes Susitha Fernando Welcoming Japan’s cooperative approach to have peace in the Asian

May 26, 2023

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WHO lauds Sri Lanka’s efforts to curb trans fat

In the South-East Asia region, 9 million deaths, almost 69 per cent of all deaths, are due to non-communicable diseases, with cardiovascular diseases being a major cause….writes Shalini Bhardwaj The World Health

May 24, 2023

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Lanka, China’s Sinopec ink deal to secure fuel supply

According to the deal, Sinopec will involve in importing, storing, distributing, and selling petroleum products in predetermined distribution dealer operated networks in Sri Lanka….reports Susitha Fernando Sri Lanka inked a deal with

May 23, 2023

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Ranil assures to complete debt restructuring by September

The President has said that he took over the bankrupt country and brought its economy to a stable state by going to the IMF….writes Susitha Fernando President Ranil Wickremesinghe has assured that

May 22, 2023

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Lanka to seek $200mn from World Bank for social security programs

Gunawardena said that Sri Lanka has agreed to implement a robust social security network to protect the most vulnerable groups in the country…reports Asian Lite News Sri Lanka’s cabinet of ministers approved

May 9, 2023

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IAF chief calls on President Wickremesinghe in Colombo

The bilateral talks between the leaders assured IAF’s steadfast commitment to Sri Lanka at all times when India is called upon…reports Asian Lite News As part of his ongoing visit, Indian Air

May 4, 2023

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Lanka ramps up efforts to woo investment

The move was part of Sri Lanka’s efforts to create an investment-friendly environment in the South Asian country…reports Asian Lite News Sri Lanka has set up 54 departments that will provide investor

May 3, 2023

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India’s Air Chief Marshal visits Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo

During the visit, the CAS is scheduled to meet the Sri Lankan President, the Prime Minister…reports Asian Lite News IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari visited Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo on

May 2, 2023

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