Category: Special Reports
UN calls for over USD 47mn for life-saving assistance to 1.7mn people in Sri Lanka
The United Nations team in Sri Lanka and non-governmental organisations launched a joint Humanitarian Needs and Priorities (HNP) Plan today, calling for US$47.2 million to provide life-saving assistance to 1.7 million people worst-hit by the economic crisis over a four-month period, from June to September. This directly responds to the Government of Sri Lanka’s request […]
Sri Lanka imposes curfew under Section 16 of Public Security Ordinance
Curfew has been imposed on the entire country from 7.00 pm Monday (09) to 7.00 am Tuesday (10) in accordance with the provisions of section 16 of the Public Security Ordinance.Issuing a statement the President’s office said “No person is allowed to be on any public road, railway, public park, public recreation ground or other […]
New US Ambassador to Sri Lanka calls on Foreign Affairs Minister
The newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung called on Foreign Affairs Minister G.L. Peiris yesterday, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Colombo. Minister Peiris extended a warm welcome to Ambassador Chung and stated that he looks forward to working closely with her during her tenure in Sri Lanka. Whilst noting that Sri […]
‘s delegation to the UNHRC
The 49th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council will take place from 28 February to 1 April, 2022 in Geneva. During the Session the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights will present a written update on Sri Lanka to the Council and there will be an Interactive Dialogue on Sri Lanka on 3 March, […]
Mitigating COVID impacts on child development outcomes in SL: World Bank
By Chiyo Kanda , World Bank Country Manager for Maldives and Sri Lanka COVID-19 has resulted in the worst health, social and economic crisis of our time. From the loss of life and its impact on communities, to the widespread economic instability and job loss, the devastating impacts of the pandemic are being felt across […]
European Union should press Sri Lanka for repeal of Prevention of Terrorism Act: Human Rights Watch
The Sri Lankan government is using the discredited Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) to commit prolonged arbitrary detention and torture, Human Rights Watch said in a report released today. The European Union, other trading partners, and donors, should press for time-bound action to repeal the abusive law and reject the government’s vague pledges of reform. […]
Kuwait Dinar 10mn loan for construction & equipping Faculty of Medicine at Moratuwa University
A medical faculty is to be established in University of Moratuwa to support the human capital, social & economic development of Sri Lanka, by improving the quality and access to higher education in Medical Sciences and to address the needs of medical services professionals in the country, In this context, The Kuwait Fund for Arab […]
Women in Management, IFC and Government of Australia recognise inspiring women from Sri Lanka and Maldives
The ‘Top50’ Professional and Career Women Awards 2021 – hosted by Women in Management (WIM), in collaboration with Women in Work, a partnership between IFC and the government of Australia – recently honoured inspiring professional and career women in Sri Lanka and Maldives making a mark in their respective fields. The 11th edition of the […]
ADB agrees to reimburse USD 85mn spent for Sinopharm vaccines in Sri Lanka: State Minister
Asian Development Bank has agreed to provide USD 85 million to reimburse the costs of Sinopharm vaccines, State Minister of Production, Supply, and Regulation of Pharmaceuticals Prof. Channa Jayasumana said. He said that the ADB has made this decision considering the transparency in purchases and progress of the vaccination programme in Sri Lanka.
Ceylon Chamber of Commerce Introduces Privilege Card for Members
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce announced the launch of the Chamber Membership Privilege Card offering members access to an extensive range of privileges and benefits. The Membership Card will enable members of the Chamber to benefit from a wide range of exclusive rates, offers, discounts and other privileges courtesy of an island wide network of […]
University of Kelaniya signs MOU with Ogilvy Digital for new Digital Marketing Degree
The University of Kelaniya signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Ogilvy Digital, the leading digital technology agency in the country to impart its industry expertise and knowledge for the University’s specialised Digital Marketing Degree Programme. The Digital Marketing Degree is the first such programme to be introduced by a state University. With this MOU, […]
UN expert calls for ‘inclusive society’ to end scourge of slavery in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has a robust legal framework to tackle contemporary forms of slavery and been making progress in other areas, such as increasing minimum age of employment from 14 to 16 and the establishment of a child-labour free zone. However, Sri Lanka must become more inclusive and embrace all sectors of society if it is […]