On the occasion of World Mental Health Day on 10.10.2024, Sunil Keerthi Nanayakkara who Operations Director of Sri Lanka Mental Health Clients’ Action Organization (CAN MH Lanka) presented the butterfly logo to the Prime Minister.

The Sri Lankan Mental Health Clients Activist Organization that the established in 2012, advocates for mental health and educates people on how to deal with mental disorders that affect them.

Since 2013, 10 October has been designated as World Mental Health Day by the World Health Organization (WHO), which aims to raise awareness of mental health worldwidemobilize and efforts to support those experiencing mental health problems.This year the theme is " mental health at work".< MORE >>

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya requested the Thai government’s assistance in rescuing Sri Lankans still detained in cybercrime camps in Myanmar’s Myawaddy region, facilitated by the Myanmar government and the International Organization for Migration (IOM).

The Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya made this request during a discussion held with the Thai Ambassador, Paitoon Mahapannaporn, at the Prime Minister’s Office today (10.10.2024).

The Prime Minister expressed her gratitude for the assistance provided by the Government of Thailand in rescuing 28 Sri Lankans from cybercrime camps and asked for continued support to rescue the 40 Sri Lankans still detained in the said camps.

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It is essential to maintain good mental health throughout life, from birth to death.

World Mental Health Day 2024 highlights the importance of the physical environment in the workplace, focusing on areas such as stress management, empowerment, and social adaptation. This year’s theme, Mental Health at Work, underscores these crucial aspects.

It is also important to understand the co-relationship between mental health and the workplace. Even the healthiest employees can experience physical and mental stress in a poor work environment.

When employees are actively engaged in maintaining their mental well-being, it leads to reduced stress, lower absenteeism, and increased commitment to their work.  MORE >>

From 2025, the Independence ceremony will not be held for the elite but only for the masses.

Enforce the law for all those who keep official residences regardless of reminders

The official residence used by former Minister Amaraweera has to be given to Sirimavo Bandaranaike College

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said that the government officials should be responsible for the pertinence and the benefits of the development projects implemented in the country on behalf of the people.

The Prime Minister expressed these views in a discussion held recently (09th) with senior officials of the Ministry of Public Administration, Home Affairs, Provincial Councils and Local Government MORE >>

It is crucial to develop the postal service into an institution that both contributes to the economy and remains connected to the people by integrating modern technology.

In line with this goal, and in celebration of today’s International Postal Day, three commemorative stamps and two stamps with QR codes have been issued to mark the 150th anniversary of the Universal Postal Union.

While the postal service has traditionally been a key part of our lives, advancements in communication have led to certain setbacks. However, by embracing new technologies, the postal service can be transformed into a more efficient and proactive entity.

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On the occasion of the World Teacher’s Day on 5th October 2024, I would like to extend my heartfelt greetings to the Teacher Appreciation Ceremony organized by the South Asian Teacher Development Center with the theme "Valuing teachers voices :towards a new social contracts for education". It must be said that such work done in appreciation of the teacher who creates the future world is commendable and should be appreciated.

Teachers and principals are unique among the people who play a leading role in our journey for a rich country and a beautiful life. They are the creators who will give live contribution to create that future world. I feel that teachers and principals who are bequeathing a generation of students with MORE >>

The Swedish government focus on solving higher education opportunities and visa issues in Sweden

The Swedish government focused on developing renewable energy sector of Sri Lanka while increasing educational opportunities and mitigating the visa difficulties for Sri Lankan students in Sweden.

These opinions were expressed in a discussion held between the Prime Minister Dr.Harini Amarasuriya and the Swedish Ambassador to Sri Lanka Mr. Jan Thesleff at the Prime Minister’s Office, Flower Road,Colombo on 04.10.2024.

Here, the Ambassador extended the best wishes of the Swedish Government on the appointment of Dr. Harini Amarasuriya as the new Prime Minister.

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Indian Minister of External Affairs, Dr Subrahmanyam Jaishankar called on Prime Minister Dr Harini Amarasuriya at the Prime Minister’s Office in Colombo today (October 4).

Dr Jaishankar congratulated the Prime Minister and conveyed the best wishes from the Indian Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on the election victory of the NPP alliance at the presidential election held on September 21. He assured India’s commitment to work together to further strengthen close bilateral relations. “You can count of our fullest support,” he said.

The Prime Minister thanked India for the assistance given to Sri Lanka over the years and stressed the need for continuous support for speedy economic development. S MORE >>

A productive discussion between the Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and the representatives of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) was held at the Prime Minister’s Office this afternoon (04.10.2024).

The meeting focused on further maintaining the cooperation between Sri Lanka and the International Monetary Fund.

Secretary to the Prime Minister Pradeep Saputhanthri, Director of Asia Pacific Region Dr. Krishna Srinivasan and Senior Head of the delegation Dr. Peter Breyer, Deputy Director of the Economic Research Department of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka Janaka Edirisinghe, South East Asia and Central Economic Affairs (Bilateral) Senior Director General Darshana M Perera participated in this discu MORE >>

Secretary to the Prime Minister Pradeep Saputhanthri also participated in these meetings.

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Prime Minister and Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security, Cooperative Development, Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya says that a this is an excellent moment to initiate the economic development plan of the country. It is the expectation of the new government to work according to a streamlined plan. The Prime Minister mentioned this in a special discussion held today (03-10-2024) with the officials of the Ministry of Trade, Commerce, Food Security, Cooperative Development, Industry and Entrepreneurship Development in the Auditorium of the Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Division regarding the future activities of the Ministry.

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Ambassadors from various countries have extended their congratulations to Dr. Harini Amarasuriya on her appointment as the new Prime Minister on October 2, 2024, at the Prime Minister’s Office. The Ambassadors and High Commissioners of India, Japan, Britain, the United States, Korea, Bangladesh, and the Maldives were among those who offered their best wishes.

The High Commissioner of India and the Prime Minister participated in Gandhi Jayanthi celebrations, paying floral tributes to the Mahatma Gandhi statue at the Prime Minister’s Office. Following the tribute, the High Commissioner and the Prime Minister held a brief discussion, focusing on strengthening diplomatic relations between the two countries. They also  MORE >>

Restoring confidence in education is necessary

Policies to protect children from preschool to higher education

Creating an environment for senior citizens to live independently and happily

Collective action needed to address social crises rather than individual attempts

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the aim of the present government is to provide the best for all the children of the country based on the concept that “the best things are for children.”

The Prime Minister made these comments while participating in the national ceremony for World Children and Elder’s Day held at the Suhurupaya Auditorium, Battaramulla, on 01.10.2024.
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“We have missed many lessons due to the competitive lifestyle and education system"

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the government will take responsibility for creating a better world for children and will intervene as necessary. She emphasized the need for measures to create a safe and secure country for children. The Prime Minister made these remarks at the ceremony organized by the Ministry of Education to mark World Children’s Day, held today (October 1) at the Kelaniya Nagananda International Institute for Buddhist Studies, under the theme “The Missed Lesson."

The Prime Minister further commented:

"There are many issues in our country that have been forgotten or o MORE >>

Today is a special occasion as I deliver my first message as Prime Minister and Minister of Women, Child and Youth Affairs and Sports of Sri Lanka celebrating both InternationalChildren’s Day and Elders’ Day. These two important observances remind us of the vital roleschildren and elders play in shaping the future and the legacy of our society.

This year, the theme for International Children’s Day is "Investing in our future meansinvesting in our children." This is more than a slogan-it embodies a core principle and policy direction of our government.

We are committed to providing a high-quality, public educationsystem that benefits every child in Sri Lanka. Our vision is to equip children wit MORE >>

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