A Russian scientist presented an exclusive detective equipment which can sense explosives, radiations and chemicals presented to President Maithripala Sirisena at the President’s Office today (27).
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President’s Diwali Message
People in the world celebrate their victories by holding various celebrations to rejoice triumphs, elation and freedom achieved by the human society, defeating sufferings through self determination.
President attends the Enthronement ceremony of Japanese Emperor
The Enthronement ceremony of His Majesty the Emperor Naruhito took place in the presence of several world leaders and other dignitaries today (22) at State Hall of the Imperial Palace in Tokyo.
President leaves for Japan to attend the Enthronement ceremony of Japanese Emperor
President Maithripala Sirisena left for Japan this morning (21) to attend the Enthronement ceremony of His Majesty the Emperor Naruhito.
President instructs to provide maximum security to Presidential candidates
The National Security Council headed by President Maithripala Sirisena today (15) decided to provide maximum security to all the candidates who will be contesting the upcoming Presidential election.
President graces STF Passing Out ceremony
President Maithripala Sirisena graced the Passing Out ceremony of the 76th basic course of the Special Task Force (STF), at the STF Training School in Katukurunda, today (05 October).
UK Foreign Office Minister Lord Ahmed praises reconciliation process in Sri Lanka
Lord Tariq Ahmed of Wimbledon, British Minister of State for Commonwealth, UN and South Asia, commended the efforts taken by the government of President Maithripala Sirisena to strengthen the process of reconciliation amidst the severe challenge posed by the dastardly terrorist attacks on Easter Sunday.
First poppy flower pinned on President
The first poppy flower of the Poppy Day was pinned on President Maithripala Sirisena today (01) at the President’s Office.
Children’s Day Message
In any country in the world, the present young genaration is the key to preserve its furure prosperity and pride
President intervenes to grant lifetime salary for disabled war heroes.
The Cabinet Memorandum submitted by President Maithripala Sirisena as the Minister of Defence, to grant lifetime salaries for disabled war heroes has been approved by the Cabinet.
China donates explosive detectors worth 750 million
The government of People’s Republic of China has donated several equipment including drugs and explosive detector worth Rs. 750 million to Sri Lanka.
President declares open ‘Lotus Tower’
Turning a new leaf in the modern history of the country, the ‘Lotus Tower’ was declared open by President Maithripala Sirisena during a ceremony, today (16th September 2019).
‘Udarai Oba’ unveiled at the Nelum Pokuna
It was an unforgettable evening of an enchanting musical journey when curtains were drawn for the much awaited musical extravaganza, ‘Udarai Oba’, held at the Nelum Pokuna theatre, this evening (14 September).
President instructs to expedite process of introducing new laws to prevent terrorism
President Maithripala Sirisena has given instructions to expedite the process of amending the rules and regulations and introducing new laws to prevent terrorism.
President instructs to release lands without impeding national security
President Maithripala Sirisena instructed relevant officials to take steps to release lands without creating any hindrance to national security.
‘Rata Wenuwen Ekata Sitimu’ special programme conducted in Delft Island
A special programme organized in parallel to the ‘Rata Wenuwen Ekata Sitimu’ (Let’s Stand Together for the Country) which is currently underway in Jaffna district was conducted in Delft Island yesterday (27).
INTERPOL Medal for President Maithripala Sirisena
INTERPOL Secretary General Jürgen Stock praised the steps taken by President Maithripala Sirisena, the Ministry of Defence, Sri Lanka Police and intelligence services for swiftly taking action to apprehend the criminals who were responsible for the Easter Sunday terrorist attacks.
President Commissions Navy Ship
An Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) of the Sri Lanka Navy received its commission by President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Maithripala Sirisena during a Commissioning Ceremony held at the Colombo harbor, this evening (22nd Thursday, August 2019).
President chairs a meeting to formulate a standard mechanism to distribute explosives
A discussion focused on the ways and means to minimize irregularities occur while issuing explosive materials and to formulate a regulated procedure to distribute them was held under the patronage of President Maithripala Sirisena at the Presidential Secretariat today (20).
Peace Envoy Akashi, a special friend of Sri Lanka - President
President Maithripala Sirisena says staunch peace-maker Yasushi Akashi is a loyal and trusted friend of Sri Lanka. He said this when the Japanese peace envoy Akashi called on President Sirisena at the President's Office today (July 20).
President confers Veerodhara Vibushana medals on two war heroes
President Maithripala Sirisena awarded Veerodhara Vibushana medals to two war heroes today. This highest gallantry medal awarded by the Commander-in-Chief for all the serving officers in Army, Navy and Air Force in recognition of their unmatched valour, dedication and unfailing commitment.
Opportunity will be created for government officials to perform their duties in a contented manner – President
President Maithripala Sirisena said it is his aspiration to create an environment where all government officials including Police officers to work in a contented manner.
The President’s Hajj Message
Hajj pilgrimage marks the concluding event of the compulsory religious practices of Islam 'Hajj means visiting a sacred place. This can be called as the global congregation of all Islam devotees bonded in peace ant brotherhood .
President meets Prime Minister of Cambodia
President Maithripala Sirisena, who is on a state visit to Cambodia, held a meeting with Cambodian Prime Minister Mr. Samdech Akka Moha Sena Pakdei Techo HUN SEN today (08th) afternoon.
President receives grand welcome at Cambodian Royal Palace
Cambodia stands firmly together with Sri Lanka in further cementing bilateral relations in economic, trade, social as well as the renaissance of Buddhism, His Majesty Preah Bat Samdech Preah Boronmeath Norodom Sihamoni, King of Cambodia said.