Category: Special Reports
New GBP 3m UK Humanitarian support for Sri Lanka
Today, the UK announced a £3 million humanitarian package for Sri Lanka, providing vital support to the most in need. British High Commissioner Sarah Hulton said that “This new package will provide multipurpose cash, livelihoods and other support to those most in need across the country including: pregnant and nursing mothers, children, low-income fisherman and […]
UNDP & WHO Sri Lanka hand over essential medicines to address immediate health sector crisis
Addressing the immediate needs of the ongoing socio-economic crisis, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Sri Lanka has come forward to procure and deliver vital and essential medicines and medical supplies for the country, together with the World Health Organization (WHO) in Sri Lanka with the financial support of the United Nations’ Central Emergency […]
Korean Envoy encourages more investment & trade between Korea and Sri Lanka
On 7th September 2022, an Interactive Session on business opportunities and experience sharing between Sri Lanka and Korea was organised by the Sri Lanka-Korea Business Council at the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce. This special event was held with the participation of the Korean Ambassador Santhush Woonjin JEONG as Chief Guest, Priyantha Mendis President of the […]
SLIM receives accreditation by CPD – UK
The Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM) became an accredited global training provider of “Continuing Professional Development” (CPD) UK. The SLIM Training arm, which has been recognised and endorsed by CPD-UK for accreditation, conducts customised programmes and training on numerous subjects that are not limited to Marketing and Sales for the corporate sector, with a […]
Lotus Tower to commence operations on 15 September
The operations of the tallest self-supported structure in South Asia, the Lotus Tower, is planned to commence operations from the 15th of September. With the commencement of operations of the Lotus Tower, which was built at a cost of nearly US$113 million, the Colombo Lotus Tower Pvt Ltd intends to offer the Sri Lankan public […]
WHO pledges USD 4 million worth medical supplies to Sri Lanka
The Director General of the World Health Organization (WHO) Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus pledged essential medical supplies worth US$ 4 million to Sri Lanka and said that he had tasked the WHO Health Emergencies Programme to take immediate action to meet the most urgent health needs of the people of Sri Lanka. He said this […]
Amendment to Penal Code protecting LGBTQ+ rights of Sri Lankans handed over to President
A bill to amend the Penal Code with the aim of protecting the rights of the LGBTQ+ communities in Sri Lanka was handed over to President Ranil Wickremesinghe today (24) by Member of Parliament and lawyer Premanath C. Dolawatta. This bill to amend the Penal Code was submitted to the Parliament yesterday (23) by MP […]
16 Key Private Sector Leaders come together to support Food Security efforts
The private sector in Sri Lanka has historically played a key role in providing support to humanitarian efforts; rebuilding from the devastating effects of the Indian Ocean Tsunami, Seasonal floods, tackling the COVID-19 pandemic, and now, supporting socio-economic recovery for the most vulnerable communities in the country. The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Sri […]
Australia to provide additional 25 million dollars in humanitarian assistance for Sri Lanka
Australia will provide an additional $25 million to help Sri Lanka meet urgent food and healthcare needs, as it confronts its worst economic crisis in 70 years. During this challenging period, Australia stands with the people of Sri Lanka, especially those experiencing severe hardship. This additional support brings Australia’s Official Development Assistance response to million. […]
Government officials’ foreign employment and referral program expedited
The attention of the government has been directed towards the expansion of the government officials’ foreign employment and referral program. During the discussion with the President’s Secretary Saman Ekanayake, focus was placed on expediting the program on increasing foreign exchange through productively engaging state sector employees in foreign employment and resolving the issues faced by […]
UN Sri Lanka & Government sign Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework for Sri Lanka
The United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) 2023-2027 was launched today by the Government of Sri Lanka and the United Nations in Sri Lanka. The UNSDCF is the Framework that guides the work of all the UN Agencies in Sri Lanka and articulates the collective vision and contribution of the United Nations to support […]
‘s & Doctoral Degree Scholarships
The Project for Human Resource Development Scholarship (JDS) was initiated in year 2010 in supporting the capacity development of young officials of the Government of Sri Lanka by providing diverse opportunities to study at reputed Japanese Universities. A Grant Agreement was concluded for an amount of 282 million Japanese Yen, approximately 739 Sri Lankan Rupees […]