A meeting between the Chinese representatives headed by Mr. Pradeep Saputhanthri, the Prime Minister’s Secretary, and Mr. Liu Jiongtian, the Vice Chairman of the Advisory Committee of Henan Province of the People’s Republic of China, was held at the Prime Minister’s Office yesterday morning (05).

As stated by the Prime Minister’s Secretary, the historical link between Henan Province and Sri Lanka has grown out of cultural ties that date back to the early days of the Silk Route.

Mr. Liu Jiongtian explained to the Prime Minister’s Secretary how modern agricultural technology, renewable energy products, electric vehicle and mobile phone manufacturing industries, and other technologica MORE >>

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya held a discussion with senior officials of the Ministry of Justice and its affiliated institutions yesterday afternoon (05) at the Ministry.

The meeting focused on enhancing the efficiency and capacity of the Inspector General’s Department in providing inspection reports and addressed key operational aspects of the Attorney General’s Department.

Notable attendees included Attorney General Parinda Ranasinghe, Prime Minister’s Secretary Pradeep Saputantri, Secretary of the Ministry of Justice, Public Administration, Home Affairs, Provincial Councils, Local Government, and Labor, S. Aloka Bandara, Solicitor General Ayesha Jinasena, Legislative Draftsman Dilr MORE >>

The medical unit established for the Prime Minister’s Office has been dismantled yesterday (05). The secretary to the Prime Minister Mr. Pradeep Saputantri formally handed over the medical officers, staff, equipment, medicines, and two ambulances which has been included in the unit to the Ministry of Health.

The handover took place at the Prime Minister’s Office, with Mr. Saputantri presenting the relevant documents and keys to Health Ministry Secretary Mr. Palitha Mahipala.

The human and physical resources from this unit will now be redirected to serve public health needs under the Ministry of Health.

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The Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya met today with Ms. Kristin B. Parco, Chief of Mission of the International Organization for Migration (IOM), during a courtesy call at the Prime Minister’s Office.

During the meeting, enhancing cyber security measures to combat cyber fraud, rescue Sri Lankan nationals trafficked to Myanmar, were discussed.

The meeting was attended by Ms. Madhavie N. Gunawardena, National Research and Partnership Officer, Ms. Minoli P. Don, Head of the Protection Unit, as well as Mr. Pradeep Saputhanthri, Secretary to the Prime Minister, and Ms. Dayani Mendis, Director General of United Nations and Human Rights, from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

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Mr. Christian Skoog, UNICEF Representative, met with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at her office yesterday (01). In this discussion, issues such as improving child protection and education in Sri Lanka, securing child rights, and creating safe learning environments were emphasized.

The meeting was attended by Ms. Teona Aslanishvili, Chief of Child Protection, and the Chief of Education from UNICEF.

Sri Lankan government representatives included Mr. Pradeep Saputhanthri, Secretary to the Prime Minister; Mr. Mahinda Gunarathna, Additional Secretary to the Prime Minister; Mr. K. Mahesan, Secretary of the Ministry of Women, Child and Youth Affairs and Sports; Ms. Dayani Mendis, Director General of United N MORE >>

The President of the Singapore Press Club, Mr. Patrick Daniel, along with a delegation, paid a courtesy visit to Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at her office.

During the meeting, long standing links between Singapore and Sri Lanka were discussed including the contribution of Sri Lankan diaspora in Singapore.

The meeting was attended by the Sri Lankan officials, including Mr. Pradeep Saputhanthri, Secretary to the Prime Minister; Mr. Mahinda Gunarathne, Additional Secretary to the Prime Minister; Mr. Niluka Kadurugamuwa, Director-General of Public Diplomacy, South Asia and SAARC; and Mrs. Poornima Abeygunasekara, Assistant Director for South East Asia and Central Asia of the ministry  MORE >>

Colombo, November 1, 2024 In a courtesy visit to the Prime Minister’s Office, His Excellency Dr. Felix Neumann, Ambassador of Germany to Sri Lanka, met with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya to discuss enhancing Sri Lanka-Germany relations. Their dialogue focused on expanding educational and vocational training opportunities in Sri Lanka.

The meeting was attended by Mr. Olaf Malchow, Deputy Chief of Mission, and Ms. Dharini Daluwatte, Advisor for Political Affairs, from the German delegation.

Mr. Pradeep Saputhanthri, Secretary to the Prime Minister, and Mr. Chathura Perera, Director of Europe and North America at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, represented the Sri Lankan government.

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A discussion between the Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, Minister in charge of Education Science and Technology subject, and the representatives of trade unions of the Lecturers of Sri Lanka Teacher Education Service, was held yesterday (31) afternoon at the Prime Minister’s Office

The lecturers of the Sri Lanka Teacher Education Service drew the attention of the Prime Minister regarding the issues in their service.

Senior Assistant Secretary of the Prime Minister’s Office,Nalini Kohawala, Private Secretary to the Prime Minister Vishakha Abeyratne, and representatives including President and Secretary of Sri Lanka Teacher Educator Service Trade Union participated in this event.

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A meeting between the Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, Minister in charge of Education Science and Technology subject, and representatives of the School Sports Coaches Association was held yesterday (31) afternoon at the Prime Minister’s Office.

During the discussion they informed the Prime Minister about the issues of the School Sports Coaches Association. The Prime Minister mentioned here that she will study the matter and take future actions accordingly.

Senior Assistant Secretary of the Prime Minister’s Office Nalini Kohowala, Private Secretary to the Prime Minister Visakha Abeyratne, participated in this event.

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A discussion between the Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, the Minister in charge of Education Science and Technology subject and the representatives of the Collective of Candidates of the Limited Competitive Examination for Sri Lanka Teacher Educator Service was held at the Prime Minister’s Office yesterday (31) afternoon.

At the discussion, the representatives informed the Prime Minister about the issues related to the appointment of Teacher Educators Service, and the Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said that they will look into the matter and take future action.

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A meeting between Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and representatives of the Government Nursing Officers Association was held yesterday (31) at the Prime Minister’s Office.

The issues faced by nursing service were discussed during the discussion.

Secretary to the Prime Minister G. Pradeep Saputhanthri, Private Secretary to the Prime Minister Dr. Asanga Wickramasinghe, President of the Government Nursing Officers Association Saman Rathnapriya, Secretary Ajith Rathnayake, Vice President Nalaka Hettiarachchi, Vice Secretaries Sameera Pathirana and Renu Jayasinghe, Organizer Perni Silva, Committee Members Sandhya Kumari and Nadi Rajapaksha and a group representing the said association participated in th MORE >>

A meeting between Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya and representatives of the Public Services United Nurses Union was held yesterday (31) at the Prime Minister’s Office.

Public Services United Nurses Union explained about the matters of appointing a suitable person to the post of Deputy Director General, revising designations and grade anomalies of the nursing service, shortage of staff, creating a formal promotion scheme for nurses who have completed training, establishing the Nursing University, and extending the service period of nursing officers to the age of 63 years.

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A meeting between Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and representatives of the All Ceylon Nurses Union was held yesterday (31) at the Prime Minister’s Office.

They presented the problems that have affected the maintaining the nursing service as a formal, qualitative and efficient service at present.

The representatives commented on the matters of nursing education is not updated according to global situations, the existing issues in the nursing service minute, the nursing council, neglected by the existing governments, the loss of life to the nurse, the lack of nurses, the nursing service not being an all island service, the community health nursing service is not properly established, and nursing service MORE >>

A delegation of women farmer leaders from the Women’s Collective for Economic Rights met with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at the Prime Minister’s office to discuss longstanding challenges faced by women in agriculture across the island. Representing regions such as Vavuniya, Monaragala, Polonnaruwa, and Bogawantalawa, the delegates shared their concerns and proposed solutions, supported by the Law & Society Trust, which organized the meeting on behalf of the women farmers.

The discussion addressed critical issues, including the microfinance credit crisis, legal obstacles to securing land rights for women farmers, and infrastructure challenges—particularly affecting Tamil women in the hill country (Malayaha).  MORE >>

The Representative of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in Sri Lanka, Mr. Kunle Adeniyi, paid a courtesy call on the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, at the Prime Minister’s office.

Mr. Adeniyi conveyed his appreciation for the increasing representation of women in Sri Lanka’s political landscape. He also reaffirmed UNFPA’s commitment to supporting the country in advancing gender equality and women’s empowerment.

During the meeting, Dr. Amarasuriya emphasized the critical role of gender equality, women’s economic engagement, addressing gender-based violence, and improving nutrition for women and girls in Sri Lanka. She further highlighted that while wom MORE >>

Her Excellency Katharina Wieser, Ambassador of Austria to Sri Lanka, paid a courtesy call on the Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at the Prime Minister’s Office in Colombo. The visit underscored the longstanding friendship and collaboration between Sri Lanka and Austria.

Discussions focused on strengthening diplomatic, economic, and cultural relations, with both the Prime Minister and Ambassador reaffirming their commitment to fostering ties between the two nations.

Representing the Government of Sri Lanka were Mr. Pradeep Saputhanthri, Secretary to the Prime Minister, Mr. Mahinda Gunarathne, Additional Secretary to the Prime Minister, and Mr. Chathura Perera, Director for Europe and North America. MORE >>

Prime Minister Engages in Discussions on Employment, Women’s Empowerment, and Social Dialogue with ILO Country Director.

The Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya welcomed Ms. Joni Simpson, Country Director of the International Labour Organization (ILO), for a courtesy call at the Prime Minister’s Office. The meeting underscored the ongoing collaboration between Sri Lanka and the ILO, with a focus on advancing labor standards, women’s empowerment, and social dialogue.

Ms. Simpson expressed appreciation for the support extended by Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Labour, emphasizing potential areas for deepening partnership efforts. Key points of discussion included the critical need to review lab MORE >>

His Excellency Damiano Francovigh, Ambassador of Italy to Sri Lanka, met with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at the Prime Minister’s Office yesterday (30). The meeting reinforced the longstanding diplomatic relationship between Italy and Sri Lanka, with both parties discussing key areas for enhanced collaboration.

A primary focus of the meeting was on foreign employment opportunities in Italy, particularly the role of skilled migration. Prime Minister Amarasuriya underscored the importance of training Sri Lankan migrant workers through the Vocational Training Authority to support this demand. Both sides emphasized the role of supportive policies in attracting tourists and investors, recognizing their contribution MORE >>