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Lanka’s domestic debt optimisation plan gets nod

The resolution was passed with 122 MPs voting for it and 62 against it….reports Asian Lite News The resolution on Sri Lanka’s Domestic Debt Optimization was passed by a majority vote in

July 2, 2023

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Lanka to tame drug menace

A committee has been appointed to identify the mechanisms to control and eradicate the drug menace in the country…reports Asian Lite News Sri Lanka’s parliament said it appointed a parliamentary select committee

July 1, 2023

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World Bank nod to USD 700 million for Sri Lanka

About USD 500 million will be allocated to support reforms that help improve economic governance, enhance growth and competitiveness, and protect the poor and vulnerable…reports Asian Lite News The World Bank has

June 30, 2023

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‘Lanka not to be used as centre for any threat against India’

The President went on to say that the Chinese have been there for about 1,500 years and so far there has been no military base…reports Asian Lite News Sri Lankan President Ranil

June 27, 2023

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Lanka grants over 100 EV import permits to migrant workers

The scheme allows the importing of electric cars, motorcycles, and scooters, depending on the amount of foreign exchange the workers send…reports Asian Lite News Sri Lanka’s Labour and Foreign Employment Ministry said

June 19, 2023

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‘Sri Lanka’s debt optimisation yet to be finalised’

Lanka finance minister urged responsible and diligent discussions on the matter, as premature speculations could potentially undermine market confidence….reports Asian Lite News Sri Lanka’s State Minister of Finance Shehan Semasinghe cautioned against

June 19, 2023

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China skips Sri Lankan debt meeting in Washington

This non-participation conveyed a clear message that China was not inclined to engage in loan negotiations and expressed frustration with the sluggish progress of debt restructuring. …reports Asian Lite News China’s absence

June 12, 2023

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‘India committed to ensure capability building of Lankan forces’

Describing Sri Lanka as India’s priority partner, he said that India is committed to ensuring capability building of the armed forces of the neighbouring country…reports Asian Lite News As part of its

June 8, 2023

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First India-Lanka Defence Exhibition to cement bilateral ties

The event would witness participation from the Indian Defence Industry, Sri Lankan entrepreneurs, Sri Lanka, Armed Forces, Police and Special Task Force…reports Asian Lite News The first ever India-Sri Lanka Defence Seminar

June 7, 2023

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India’s first international cruise to visit 3 Lankan ports

The cruise service will sail to three Sri Lankan ports – Hambantota, Trincomalee, and Kankesanturai …reports Asian Lite News MV Empress, India’s first international cruise vessel, was flagged off from Chennai on

June 7, 2023

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