Category: Politics
Empty lands to be taken for food production: President
Oct 05, 2015 (LBO) – Private and state owned lands which have not been cultivated will be used for food production in the future, President Maithripala Sirisena emphasized. President Sirisena stated that it is a shame to import food from foreign countries for consumption when there is an ability to produce every food within the […]
Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister to visit Japan
Oct 02, 2015 (LBO) – Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe will pay a four day official working visit to Japan from this Sunday, Japanese embassy in Sri Lanka said.During his stay in Japan, the Prime Minister and his spouse will be received in audience by their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan. Prime […]
New action plan to advance human rights in Sri Lanka: President at UNGA
Sep 30, 2015 (LBO) – The government intends to implement a new programme and plan of action in Sri Lanka to advance human rights, President Maithripala Sirisena said. Addressing the 70th UN General Assembly, Sirisena said the new vision for the country involves achieving the twin objectives of sustainable development and reconciliation. “In dealing with […]
US to implement USD2.6mn program to enhance justice system in Sri Lanka
Sep 29, 2015 (LBO) – The United States and Sri Lanka on Tuesday agreed to implement a 2.6 million US dollar program to enhance the capabilities of Sri Lanka’s criminal justice system. “A fair and equitable justice system goes to the heart of any democracy,” US Ambassador Atul Keshap said.“The United States looks forward to […]
US supports domestic process for justice, Kerry pledges to Sirisena
Sep 29, 2015 (LBO) – US Secretary of State John Kerry has reiterated their support for a credible domestic process for justice and reconciliation in Sri Lanka.Kerry met yesterday in New York with Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena and has discussed built on the meetings the Secretary had during his visit to Colombo in May.The […]
Sri Lanka RDA Director General demoted by new Minister-Updated
Sept 25, 2015 (LBO) – The director general of Sri Lanka’s Road Development Authority has been demoted by the new minister, a day after taking over the highways portfolio, an official said. Although this could be an attempt to clean up an institution notorious for corruption, it appears to be the opposite. The official in […]
New resolution is a step towards credible transitional justice process: John Kerry
Sep 25, 2015 (LBO) – United States Secretary of State, John Kerry in a statement said that the new resolution marks an important step toward a credible transitional justice process, owned by Sri Lankans and with the support and involvement of the international community.Full statement is reproduced below.Resolution on Sri Lanka at the 30th Session […]
” clause in co-sponsored resolution
Sept 25, 2015 (LBO) – Sri Lanka has escaped a “hybrid” war crimes probe as the United States has watered down its resolution and Sri Lanka is co-sponsoring the resolution, media reports said. “Sri Lanka has decided to co-sponsor a resolution on Sri Lanka in Geneva,” the Prime Minister said. The resolution now leaves the […]
Sri Lanka envoys in Geneva return to their old tricks: Human Rights Watch
Sep 24, 2015 (LBO) – Sri Lanka’s envoys in Geneva have returned to their old tricks by proposing amendment after amendment to the US backed draft resolution, Human Rights Watch said. Geneva Advocacy Director of Human Rights Watch, John Fisher said China, Russia, and Cuba under the guise of ‘constructive engagement’ have endorsed Sri Lanka’s […]
President arrives in New York to attend UN General Assembly
Sep 24, 2015 (LBO) – Sri Lanka’s President Maithripala Sirisena arrived in New York to attend the 70th United Nations’ General Assembly sessions and to deliver a special address at the General Debate. The President is to have bilateral meetings with several leaders including Prime Minister of Malta Dr Joseph Muscat, Prime Minister of Pakistan […]
Sri Lanka cuts government spending over foreign visits and security measures
Sep 23, 2015 (LBO) – Sri Lanka’s cabinet on Tuesday decided to cut government spending over various activities and introduced a new criteria to adopt in expending government funds.The Prime Minister has focused the attention of the following; • Minimizing to the maximum level foreign visits by the Ministers, State Ministers, Deputy Ministers, all elected […]
‘s new govt must rein in corruption, says opposition MP
Sept 23, 2015 (LBO) – Sri Lanka’s jumbo lineup of ministers after the August general election, in the context of a national government, raises more concerns about corruption, not less, according to opposition Member of Parliament Tharaka Balasuriya. “When all these guys get together, how are people going to answer.Corruption can definitely increase as this […]