Financial assistance from this year’s budget to develop coconut cultivation

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated in Parliament today (05) that the coconut shortage has arisen due to the fact that no government has had a proper policy to develop coconut cultivation.

The Prime Minister stated that the current government is formulating a proper policy to develop coconut cultivation and that several short-term programmes are being followed in this regard.
She also stated that it has been decided to allocate more money to develop coconut cultivation from this year’s budget.

The Prime Minister further pointed out that the institutions related to coconut cultivation under the MORE >>

The government plans to simplify the application process for the President’s Fund, allowing citizens to apply at the Divisional Secretariat Division level, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya announced in Parliament on February 5.

To achieve this, the President’s Fund is expanding its application acceptance services across all 341 Divisional Secretariat Divisions, facilitating payments through Divisional Secretariat Offices, and providing essential training to officers handling fund-related matters.

Additionally, a new digital system will be introduced to streamline these operations. This system will enable online applications, making the fund more accessible and efficient for the public.
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On February 4, 2025, Mr. Marc-Andre Franche, United Nations (UN) Resident Coordinator to Sri Lanka, paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at Temple Trees. The meeting served as a platform to discuss Sri Lanka’s development priorities and the ongoing collaboration between the United Nations and the Sri Lankan government in key sectors.

The UN Resident Coordinator extended his congratulations on Sri Lanka’s Independence Day and commended the government’s efforts in addressing poverty alleviation, digitalization, and the Clean Sri Lanka initiative. The discussion also focused on nine key sectors, including Health, Education, Agriculture, Climate Change, Peacebuilding, and Gender Equity, with MORE >>

On February 4, Ms. Akiko Ikuina, Parliamentary Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan, paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at Temple Trees. The meeting reinforced the longstanding diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and Japan, reaffirming Japan’s continued commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s development and prosperity.

During the discussion, Prime Minister Amarasuriya expressed appreciation for Japan’s support throughout history, particularly in Sri Lanka’s restructuring programs and efforts to address global and regional challenges.

Vice Minister Ikuina reiterated Japan’s commitment to assisting Sri Lanka in its development journey, particularly in the areas of educat MORE >>

Independence is not just about sovereignty; it is about dignity, justice, and the right to a life free from oppression. Today, as we reflect on our journey, we recognize that true freedom comes from an inclusive and equitable society where every community; regardless of ethnicity, religion, caste, gender or class has an equal stake in shaping this nation and feels valued and respected.

A thriving nation, a beautiful life is not just a vision; it is a call to action. It is a commitment to a Sri Lanka where democracy is deepened, where economic justice is prioritized, and where the voices of the marginalized are not just heard but cantered in decision-making. It is a promise to build a country where every individual feels a sen MORE >>

H.E. Jacqueline Mukangira, High Commissioner of the Republic of Rwanda to Sri Lanka based in New Delhi, paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at the Prime Minister’s Office on February 3. The meeting served as an opportunity to reinforce diplomatic ties between Rwanda and Sri Lanka, with discussions focusing on key areas of bilateral cooperation and mutual interests.

During the meeting, H.E. Mukangira reiterated Rwanda’s commitment to continuing stronger diplomatic and economic relations with Sri Lanka. Both parties explored avenues to enhance collaboration, aimed at expanding trade, investment, and knowledge exchange between the two nations.

The Sri Lankan delegation present at the  MORE >>

මියන්මාරයෙන් rsquo;මහාසද්ධම්මජෝතික ධජ’ ගෞරව නාමයෙන් සහ භාරතයේ ආනන්ද කුමාරස්වාමි අධිසාමාජිකත්වයෙන් සම්මානිත දෙස් විදෙස්හි සුපතළ බෞද්ධ පඩිවරයකු ලෙස සම්භාවනාවට පාත්‍ර සේවාර්චිත ජ්‍යෙෂ්ඨ මහාචාර්ය අසංග තිලකරත්න සූරීන් වෙත හරසර පිරිනැමීමේ සමාශංසා හරසර උලෙළ ශ්‍රී ලංකා රාමඤ්ඤ මහනික� MORE >>

I am deeply saddened by the passing of Hon. Mavai Senathirajah, a veteran political leader who dedicated his life to the service of the people. His unwavering commitment to upholding the rights of the Tamil community has left an enduring legacy in Sri Lanka’s political history.

As a leader of the Ilankai Tamil Arasu Kachchi (ITAK) and a key figure in the Tamil National Alliance (TNA), Hon. Senathirajah played a pivotal role in advocating for the rights and aspirations of his people while striving for unity and reconciliation. His decades-long service in Parliament reflected his dedication to the democratic process and his deep-rooted belief in peaceful political engagement.

His passing is a great loss to all  MORE >>

The first printed copy of the National Business Directory, an annual publication by Rainbow Pages, an affiliate of Sri Lanka Telecom Mobitel, was presented to Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya on January 30 at the Ministry of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Training.

The Prime Minister commended the services provided to the local business community, particularly the digital solutions offered by Rainbow Pages, such as new webpage development services that help connect strat-up businesses with consumers.

Additionally, the Prime Minister took note of the website www.rainbowpages.lk, which serves as the online platform for the National Business Directory.

The event was attended by Rai MORE >>

The inaugural meeting of the Board of Governors of CCF under the patronage of its Chairman, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya was held at the Prime Minister’s Office on 30th January.

In this discussion, special attention was paid to the future tasks to be carried out by the Central Cultural Fund including the preparation of accounts and conducting prompt auditing, identifying service requirements and filling of the vacancies as per the approved cadre, providing the officials of CCF with training opportunities as per requirements, and providing facilities and infrastructure for local and foreign tourists visiting cultural heritage sites.

Further, taking the developments of the tourism sector into grant MORE >>

අග්‍රාමාත්‍ය ආචාර්ය හරිනි අමරසූරිය පසුගියදා මත්තෙගොඩ ප්‍රදේශයේ ඉදි කරමින් පවතින ශ්‍රී ජයවර්ධනපුර විශ්වවිද්‍යාලයීය නව ඉංජිනේරුපීඨ සංකීර්ණයෙහි නිරීක්ෂණයක යෙදිණි. 

මෙහි ඉදිකිරීම් කටයුතු කඩිනම් කළ යුතු බවත්, විශ්වවිද්‍යාල පර්යේෂණ කටයුතු සම්බන්ධයෙන් වැඩි අවධානයක් යොමු කළ ය� MORE >>

Warrant Officer Samitha Dulan Kodithuwakku of Sri Lanka Corps of Military Police (SLCMP), who achieved a remarkable feat by winning a silver medal in the Men’s F44 Javelin Throw event setting a new world record of 67.03 meters at the Paris Paralympics 2024, was presented with a new javelin by the Prime Minister at the Ministry of Education on January 29.

The Director of Sports of Sri Lanka Army- Ms. Subhashini Niranjala Weerasinghe, who met Warrant Officer Samitha Dulan Kodithuwakku when he participated in the 2024 Paralympic Games in France, has planned to present this special javelin during her visit to Sri Lanka.

Mrs. Subhashini Niranjala Weerasinghe and Samitha Dulan’s coach, Mr. Pradeep Nishantha, were MORE >>

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya underscored the importance of implementing the "Clean Sri Lanka" program with humanitarian objectives at its core. Addressing the Colombo District Coordination Committee meeting held this morning at the District Secretariat in Narahenpita, the Prime Minister highlighted the program’s complexity and its broader purpose beyond environmental cleanliness.

During the meeting, key discussions took place on various matters, including the allocation of land for an explosives warehouse in the Colombo District, the future development plan for local government institutions, community empowerment programs, and the execution of the "Clean Sri Lanka" initiative. Additionally, attention was directed t MORE >>

Air Force Commander Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa, who will be retired, met with Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya and the Deputy Minister of Education and Higher Education Dr. Madura Seneviratne at the Ministry of Education today (28).

The Prime Minister and the Deputy Minister appreciated Mr. Udeni Rajapaksa’s invaluable service and extended their best wishes on his retirement.

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Sri Lanka has achieved a remarkable milestone at the Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) Awards 2024, held in Brunei Darussalam from December 4th to 7th, 2024. The nation’s young innovators secured a Runners-Up position and two Merit Awards, reinforcing Sri Lanka’s growing prominence in the global technology landscape.

On January 27, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya met with the students who achieved this remarkable feat at the Prime Minister’s Office. She expressed her appreciation for their outstanding contribution to technological innovation.

These young talents emerged through the Young Computer Scientist (YCS) competition, organized by FITIS in collaboration with the Ministry of Ed MORE >>

Hon.Catherine West, Member of the UK Parliament and Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office Minister for the Indo-Pacific, paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, on January 27, 2025, at the Prime Minister’s Office.

During the meeting, Ms.Catherine West and Dr. Amarasuriya engaged in discussions on key government priorities, including poverty eradication, regional development, and economic equity.

The dialogue also addressed Sri Lanka’s digital transformation initiatives and the “Clean Sri Lanka” program, with Dr. Amarasuriya highlighting the importance of social responsibility and inclusive governance in driving national progress.

The meetin MORE >>

The Commanding Officer of the Police Special Task Force, Senior Deputy Inspector General of Police (Senior DIG), and Attorney-at-Law Waruna Jayasundara, met with the Prime Minister, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, at the Prime Minister’s Office this morning (25).

This marks the first official meeting between Senior DIG Waruna Jayasundara and the Prime Minister following his appointment as the 13th Commanding Officer of the Special Task Force. The Prime Minister extended her best wishes to Senior DIG Jayasundara on his appointment and expressed confidence in his force leadership.

Prime Minister’s Media Division MORE >>

Subjects of Aesthetics, Information Technology or Accounting will not be removed

While responding to a question raised in the Parliament today (23) Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said that the results of Grade 5 scholarships examination, which was suspended due to the leakage of exam papers, will be released in the near future.

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya further stated that the previous regime had not developed a plan to implement the education reforms presented. “Therefore, we expect to review those reforms, make necessary alternatives for a positive transformation in education and implement it from 2026 onwards”.

“We look forward to revising the content of subjects such  MORE >>