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Aggravated crisis a result of lack of friendly foreign policy: Maithri

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3 years ago

October 24, 2022

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Former President and Member of Parliament Maithripala Sirisena said that the absence of a friendly foreign policy in the country, unlike during his presidency, has led to the aggravated crisis in the country.

The former president pointed out that the decisions taken during the past three years have created crises not only among the people but also within the government.

Speaking at a ceremony held in Polonnaruwa, former President Sirisena further said, “We always talk to the government about the cost of living, the price of goods, and the lack of medicines. However, the government is in serious economic difficulties. During my presidency, all the countries helped us without any discrimination. Countries in Europe, the US, China, India, Russia and everyone helped us. That was because of my foreign policy. I maintained sound relations with everyone. The country has to face difficulties in recent times due to the incidents that took place especially in the last three years.”

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Cabinet sub committee to study Middle East situation

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1 hour ago

June 25, 2025

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A Cabinet sub-committee has been appointed on June 23 to study the current situation in the Middle East.

Chaired by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment & Tourism – Vijitha Herath, the ministers Wasantha Samarasinghe, Kumara Jayakody and Samantha Vidyarathna have been named as the other committee members.

Additionally, a committee of ministry secretaries have been appointed.

Meanwhile, speaking to media, Minister of Plantation and Community Infrastructure – Samantha Vidyarathna has said that the Government will take all possible measures to minimise the impact that the Israel-Iran conflict will have on local businesses, the country’s economy and the daily lives of all Sri Lankans.

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This week’s Cabinet decisions

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June 25, 2025

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A number of decisions have been taken at the Cabinet meeting held on June 23.

The decisions taken by the Cabinet of Ministers are as follows :

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Youth dies after being beaten with a helmet

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2 hours ago

June 25, 2025

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A young man has died after being assaulted with a helmet during an altercation in Halwathura, Bulathsinhala.

Police said the incident occurred following an argument between the victim and another individual.

The victim was initially admitted to Horana Hospital, later transferred to Colombo National Hospital, and then returned to Horana Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.

The deceased is a 30-year-old resident of Halwathura, Bulathsinhala, police said.

A 23-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with the incident, and investigations are underway by the Bulathsinhala Police.