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Alarm bells in Lanka over China’s surveillance ship to Hambantota

The Chinese vessel is all set to arrive in Sri Lanka on August 11. The Sri Lankan government has responded to the concern and said that there is no military motive behind

August 8, 2022

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WFP worried about food security in Lanka

An emergency programme is being set up to help 3.4 million people in Sri Lanka who are most at risk of food insecurity and malnutrition…reports Asian Lite News The UN World Food

August 7, 2022

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Lanka blocks Chinese ‘spy’ ship after pressure from India

According to a bilateral agreement signed in 1987, no Sri Lankan port can be allowed to be used for military purposes by any country in a manner prejudicial to India’s interests…reports Asian

August 7, 2022

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BRI grapples with mounting debt crisis

The mounting financial pressure has also raised concerns that the country may have to hand over lucrative assets if it fails to meet its repayment obligations…reports Asian Lite News Like Sri Lanka,

August 7, 2022

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Lanka mulls crackdown on forex violations

Given these developments and in the best interests of the nation, the CBSL warned all stakeholders of the economy that all efforts would be made to strictly monitor and ensure compliance…reports Asian

August 1, 2022

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SL Prez, US envoy discuss economic crisis

Underlining the 70 years of partnership between the two countries, the US ambassador noted the importance of good governance and respect for human rights…reports Asian Lite News US Ambassador to Sri Lanka

July 29, 2022

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World Bank has no plan for new financing to crisis-hit Lanka

Regarding the ongoing crisis, the World Bank Group said it is deeply concerned about the dire economic situation and its impact on the people of Sri Lanka…reports Asian Lite News The World

July 29, 2022

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Sri Lanka extends state of emergency for a month

120 Sri Lankan parliamentarians voted for imposing emergency regulations and 63 voted against it…reports Asian Lite News Sri Lanka’s parliament on Wednesday voted to approve the proclamation of the state of emergency

July 28, 2022

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Asia Cup shifted from Sri Lanka to the UAE

The six-team Asia Cup will be played in the T20 format this year as a precursor to the T20 World Cup in Australia. The UAE also hosted the previous edition of the

July 28, 2022

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Overseas travel ban extended for Rajapaksa brothers

Basil Rajapaksa, younger brother of former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa was recently prevented from leaving Sri Lanka following protests by passengers and officials at the Airport…reports Asian Lite News Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court

July 27, 2022

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