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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 squash Irish dreams

Sri Lanka’s win also takes Scotland and Oman through to the Super Six stage while Ireland join UAE in being knocked out of contention. …reports Asian Lite News Leg-spinner Wanindu Hasaranga picked

June 26, 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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China’s energy push in Lanka sparks security worries

In addition to Hambantota port, China has invested in hydropower projects and building coal power plants in Norochcholai…reports Asian Lite News Owing to its location in the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka has

June 18, 2023

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China not to change stance on Lankan debt restructuring

China’s stance of 2014 is unlikely to witness a change in 2023…reports Asian Lite News China’s Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sun Weidong, recently visited Sri Lanka and held a meeting with

June 16, 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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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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Lanka tourism is bouncing back

This impressive increase occurred despite the fact that May is considered an off-peak month for tourist arrivals…reports Asian Lite News Sri Lanka’s estimated tourism revenue in May saw a remarkable growth of

June 4, 2023

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