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President commenced state visit to Cambodia
On an invitation extended by the Government of Cambodia, President Maithripala Sirisena began his four-day state visit to the Southeast Asian nation today (7) with the aim of further strengthening bilateral relations between Sri Lanka and Cambodia.
Those who did not attempt to bring forth laws to prevent terrorism now try to repeal the death sentence – President
Certain segments who did not heed to the concerns of society to formulate stronger and tougher laws to eradicate terrorism in the aftermath of tragic incidents that took place on April 21st are now in a rush to bring laws to repeal the death punishment, President MaithripalaSirisena said.
National Conference on Peace, Unity and Reconciliation under the patronage of President
President Maithripala Sirisena emphasizes that the Religious leaders should take the lead in mending the hearts of the people that were broken in the tragic incident of April 21st. The President also said that politicians should fulfill their national responsibility in this regard leaving aside their narrow political agendas.
Sri Lanka keen to expand defence cooperation with Japan – President
President Maithripala Sirisena says Sri Lanka is very keen to expand defence cooperation with Japan.
Kalu Ganga project ready to perform its duties - President
The Kalu Ganga project, the next huge reservoir of the Moragahakanda project can be completed by next month and can be bestowed with the people, President Maithripala Sirisena said.
'Sathviru Abhiman' felicitates War Heroes
President Maithripala Sirisena graced the 'Sathviru Abhiman' War Hero welfare programme at the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium, this evening (22 July 2019).
World Bank assures the President of continuous assistance to Sri Lanka
World Bank Vice President for South Asia Region, Hartwig Schafer said that the World Bank will increase assistance to Sri Lanka under three of its new operations.
National Security Advisory Board appointed for national security
President Maithripala Sirisena has taken measures to set up a National Security Advisory Board to look into the matters related to national security.
Expedite relief for affected businesses following the Easter terrorist attack - President instructs relevant institutions
The President emphasizes that it is the responsibility of all stakeholders in the tourism and allied sectors, which have been inactive since the Easter Sunday terror attack, to work together to rebuild the business community in a systematic and efficient manner.
'Let's Stand Together for the Country' - fourth successful day in Monaragala
Under the guidance of President Maithripala Sirisena the fifth phase of the 'Rata Wenuwen Ekata Sitimu' (Let's Stand Together for the Country) programme got underway in Monaragala on July 1 in an attempt to provide swift and sustainable solutions for issues faced by the people in rural areas.
I assumed this position not to safeguard anyone but to protect people and the country says President
President Maithripala Sirisena stated that he received the report of the Presidential Commission appointed to investigate alleged irregularities and fraud at SriLankan Air Lines and will reveal the truth to the public and Parliament in the near future.
Unheeded to life threats, I lead the fight against drug menace for the future generation – President
Those who did not give their slightest support for the battle against eradicating drug menace during last four and half years are now trying to vilify me in the face of tough action now taken against drug kingpins, President Maithripala Sirisena said.
Curtain fall on National Drug prevention week tomorrow with President as the Chief Guest
The island-wide National Drug Prevention Week under the patronage of President Maithripala Sirisena coinciding with the "International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking" saw the completion of its final day successfully today (30).
President briefs Muslim envoys on rapid normality in security situation
President Maithripala Sirisena met with the Ambassadors and High Commissioners of Muslim countries holding the membership of the Organization of Islam Countries (OIC) to discuss about the current security situation in the country at the Presidential Secretariat today (June 26).
National Drug Prevention Week to enhance awareness in every sector of the society
The National Drug Prevention Week from started on June 19 will continue until July 01.
President graces Navy Passing Out ceremony
President Maithripala Sirisena graced a Passing Out ceremony of the Sri Lanka Navy at the prestigious Naval and Maritime Academy (NMA) in Trincomalee, on Saturday (22 June 2019).
President Commissions Navy's 4th Fast Attack Squadron
President Maithripala Sirisena commissioned the 4th Fast Attack Squadron of the Sri Lanka Navy as the 4th Fast Attack Flotilla during a Commissioning Ceremony held at the Trincomalee Naval Base, last evening (22 June 2019).
President discusses issues of SL troops serving in UN Peace Keeping Forces
Attention of the President was drawn to issues arise due to delays in clearances by the Human Rights Council (HRC) when dispatching Police and security forces personnel to United Nations Peace Keeping Missions.
President Leaves for Tajikistan to attend Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia
President Maithripala Sirisena left for Tajikistan to attend the 5th Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) scheduled to be held in Dushnabe.
Final report of special three-member committee appointed by President to investigate Easter Sunday attacks on April 21 handed over to President
The final report of the special three-member committee appointed by President Maithripala Sirisena, to investigate Easter Sunday attacks on April 21, 2019 was handed over to President Maithripala Sirisena at the President's Officials Residence, today (10).
Leaders of Sri Lanka and India pledges to strengthen relations based on mutual trust and respect
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who visited Colombo today on an invitation extended by President Maithripala Sirisena, held discussions with the President at the President’s House in Colombo.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Sri Lanka tomorrow…
The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Sri Lanka tomorrow (09) on an invitation extended by President Maithripala Sirisena.
President commissions Navy's new ship
The largest Advanced Offshore Patrol Vessel (AOPV) of the Sri Lanka Navy, P 626, acquired form US Government was commissioned as SLNS 'Gajabahu' by President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, His Excellency Maithripala Sirisena during the Commissioning Ceremony held at the Colombo harbor, yesterday evening (06 June 2019).
President declares open newly built Civil Security Department Headquarters
President Maithripala Sirisena declared opened the newly built Civil Security Department (CSD) Headquarters in Katubedda, Moratuwa, on Tuesday (04 June).
Everyone should work together with mutual understanding and contribute to ensure peace
If conflicts arise due to different ethnicities, the country will be doomed and all should work together with mutual understanding and contribute in ensuring the peace of the country, said President Maithripala Sirisena.