I see no rational basis in the opposition’s claim for 6%

The Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the minimum amount of 6% to be allocated for education is an international criterion , and there is no rational basis in the claim for 6% raised by the opposition.

The Prime Minister made these remarks while responding to questions raised by the opposition, today (November 26) in Parliament.

The Prime Minister further stated:

We have stood and are standing for the 6% for education. Six percent refers to an international criterion. This criterion was set out by UNESCO.

I believe that not only we, but also the University Professors’ Associati MORE >>

In 2025, we were able to formulate policies, plans, and build institutional structures that are necessary for the education sector.

Allocating funds alone is not sufficient. Policies must be implemented through a strong institutional framework.

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the highest amount allocated for education has been marked in this year’s budget and in 2025, it was able to formulate educational policies, plans, and establish institutional structures for the sector. She emphasized that allocating funds alone is not sufficient and policies must be implemented through a strong institutional framework.

The Prime Minister made these remarks on 25th of November in Pa MORE >>

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that special attention must be directed towards ensuring the quality and safety of early childhood education for children in a critical age group and further emphasized the need to establish a systematic programme aligned with the National Early Childhood Development Curriculum Framework, to be implemented through government-registered Early Childhood Development Centres staffed with properly trained teachers.

The Prime Minister made these remarks during a discussion held on November 24 at the Parliament Complex with members of the Vishva Preschool Teachers’ Association representing the Gampaha, Colombo, Kalutara, and Ratnapura districts.

The discussion focused MORE >>

Coinciding with the launching ceremony of the Productivity Master Plan and Accreditation Certificate for Sri Lanka by the Asian Productivity Organization with Korean Development Institute held in Colombo, the Productivity Master Plan was presented to Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya on 20th of November at the Parliamentary Premises.

The Productivity Master Plan recommendations designed to address structural challenges and improve Sri Lanka’s national productivity concerning the major industries of agriculture, fishing, tourism, and apparel in Sri Lanka along with proposing policy suggestions that will not only improve productivity of these four core industries but also support the development of new industries th MORE >>

On the 20th of November 2025, H.E. (Ms.) Julie Jiyoon Chung, Ambassador of the USA to Sri Lanka, met with the Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, at the Parliament of Sri Lanka.

During the meeting Ambassador H.E. (Ms.) Julie Jiyoon Chung noted the progress of Peace Corps initiatives and other collaborative programmes in education and cultural exchange carried out by United Nations, underscoring educational ties between the two countries along with Fulbright international exchange programme.

The Fulbright Program, the United States government’s flagship program of international educational and cultural exchange, offers passionate and accomplished students and scholars in more than 160 countries the op MORE >>

On 20th of November 2025, H.E. Matthew John Duckworth, High Commissioner of Australia to Sri Lanka met with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, at Parliament of Sri Lanka.

During the meeting, the Prime Minister highlighted the long-standing people-to-people links between Sri Lanka and Australia acknowledging the significant Sri Lankan community in Australia.The Prime Minister further emphasized the importance of regional and multilateral programmes, noting Sri Lanka’s interest in furthering regional dialogue on economic and related issues.

A key focus of the discussion was collaboration in the education sector, particularly in vocational education. The Prime Minister outlined Sri Lanka’s eff MORE >>

The government provides the necessary support to uplift the living standards of the fishing community.

For the first time, policies, plans, and mechanisms are being formulated for the Blue Economy to develop the fisheries sector.

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that aquatic productions, aquatic plants, and innovations in value-added seafood production should be aimed at the global fisheries market.

The Prime Minister made these remarks on 21 st of November while participating in the inauguration ceremony of “Aqua Planet Sri Lanka - International Expo 2025” organized by the Ministry of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources under the theme “Shaping a Prosperous Tomorrow throug MORE >>

Creating awareness on waste management is essential at public and school-level

The Special Sub-Committee appointed on Western Province Waste Management convened on 19 th of November at the Parliament premises with the participation of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya.

The discussion was focused on the current status of managing municipal solid waste generated through households, streets, institutions, and businesses , challenges, and way forward in the Western Province.

Extended discussions were also held on issues such as the lack of designated, dedicated and knowledgeable officers for waste management in local authority, the shortage of suitable land and infrastructure for waste manageme MORE >>

Every intervention contributes to sustainability, equity, and human dignity.

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya made these remarks while addressing the inauguration ceremony of the 28th Asia Pacific Social Work Conference 2025, held on 18 November at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH), Colombo.

Organised by the Sri Lanka Association of Professional Social Workers (SLAPSW) and the National Institute of Social Development (NISD), the conference takes place from 18–21 November in Colombo under the theme “Social Work Responses to Climate Change and Other Environmental Issues.”

The Prime Minister further stated:

“Sri Lanka faces coastal erosion, u MORE >>

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that education is a process of sharing collective knowledge, and has the power to bring people together politically, socially, and economically.

The Prime Minister made these remarks while addressing the conference held today (18) at the Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, aimed at fostering cooperation among countries in Asia, the Middle East, and the Pacific region regarding the role of education within the Green Transition.

The Erasmus+ Programme funded by the European Union, is one of the world’s leading initiatives for international cooperation in education, training, youth, and sports. Its objectives include enhancing mobility between countries, intercultural ex MORE >>

The Armed Forces Remembrance and Poppy flower celebration Day commemoration ceremony was held on 16th of November 2025 at the Cenotaph War Memorial at Viharamahadevi Park in Colombo, under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya.
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The Cenotaph War Memorial has been built in memory of war heroes from Sri Lanka (then Ceylon) who were killed in action during World War I and World War II.

It was designed by the architect Sir Edwin Landseer Lutyens.
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This monument is one of the oldest and most significant war memorials in Sri Lanka, and the national commemoration ceremony is held here annually on Remembrance Day (the Sunday closest to November 11).

During the event,  MORE >>

All sectors must work in collective effort to empower local entrepreneurs for a digital economy.

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that as the country moves towards a digital economy through a new transformation, all sectors must work together in the national mission of empowering local entrepreneurs.

The Prime Minister made these remarks while participating in the inauguration ceremony of Global Entrepreneurship Week held under the theme “Together We Build” at Temple Trees Premises yesterday (14). The event was organized by the Ministry of Digital Economy.

Addressing the event, the Prime Minister further stated,

Global Entrepreneurship Week 2025 begins today. It  MORE >>

It is also our responsibility to transform our human resource into an internationally demanded and value added human resource.

The commemorative ceremony organized to mark the 40th anniversary of the establishment of the Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau was held on 15 November 2025 at Temple Trees, under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya.

The event was organized by the Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, and held under the theme “Beyond Borders – Empowering Sri Lankans.”

Coinciding with this occasion, several initiatives and benefits such as the launch of a mobile application dedicated to providin MORE >>

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that in the digital and social media platform, some individuals publicize false information for personal gain, so creating professional journalists who recognize the responsibility and accountability of sharing accurate and faithful information has become a timely necessity.

The Prime Minister made these remarks while attending the certificate awarding ceremony of the MMC ITN Campus of the Independent Television Network (ITN) in Colombo for students who successfully completed the first certificate course conducted by the institution held 12 th of November at Sri Lanka Foundation Institute.

The Prime Minister also presented gold awards to Abhisheka Dunukewela, Dimuthu MORE >>

This marks the beginning of the government’s efforts to ensure fair compensation and improved living standards for those who sustain the industry.

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya made these remarks while addressing the inauguration ceremony of the National Tea Symposium (InTSym100) held on November 10 at the Cinnamon Grand Hotel, Colombo.

The Tea Research Institute of Sri Lanka (TRISL) celebrates a century of scientific service to the nation this year, marking 100 years since its establishment in 1925. The Institute commemorates this milestone with the International Tea Symposium 2025, held on November 10–11 at the Cinnamon Grand, Colombo, under the theme “Perfect Sip: Bridging Innovations, Sust MORE >>

The Government does not follow any short-term personal agendas or interests

It is the Opposition that has posed a threat to the country’s multi-party system

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that this year’s Budget covers all sectors of the country, and that the Government does not act based on short-term personal agendas or interests.

The Prime Minister made these remarks in Parliament on November 8, while commenting on the Appropriation Bill presented for the year 2026.

Addressing further, the Prime Minister stated,

If the Members of Parliament, setting aside the divisions, had truly listened to the President’s Budget speech, they woul MORE >>

H.E. Ambassador Asad Alam Siam, Foreign Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bangladesh, paid a courtesy call on Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, at Temple Trees on 06 November.

The Prime Minister welcomed the Foreign Secretary and his delegation. The discussions focused on current regional developments and matters of mutual interest, with particular emphasis on accountability, transparency, and good governance.

Prime Minister Dr. Amarasuriya underlined the importance of institutional reforms and the need to eliminate corrupt practices to strengthen effective and transparent governance systems. Both sides also explored potential avenues for enhanced collaboration between Sri Lanka MORE >>

Mr. Yohei Sasakawa, Honorary Chair of The Nippon Foundation, paid a courtesy call on Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, at Temple Trees on 06 November.

The Prime Minister extended a warm welcome to Mr. Sasakawa and expressed her appreciation for his second visit to Sri Lanka. Mr. Sasakawa briefed the Prime Minister on the Leprosy Conference held earlier that morning, which was also attended by H.E. the President. He outlined The Nippon Foundation’s ongoing projects in Sri Lanka, highlighting initiatives that support persons with disabilities, especially students with special needs.

Mr. Sasakawa discussed the work of the Sri Lankan School of Prosthetics and Orthotics and proposed upgradin MORE >>