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CPPCC Vice-Chairperson calls on PM Harini

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Vice chairperson of the 14th Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference’s (CPPCC) National Committee – Ms. Qin Boyong, has paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, at the Parliament of Sri Lanka yesterday (Dec. 17).

The Prime Minister welcomed Ms. Qin Boyong and her delegation, appreciating the longstanding friendship and underscoring the importance of strengthening bilateral relations. Strengthening cooperation in disease control, sustainable developments, improving trade and cooperation in multilateral forums were discussed further.

Senior officials present included Chinese ambassador in Sri Lanka – Mr. Qi Zhenhong, Secretary to the Prime Minister – Mr. Pradeep Saputhanthri, Additional Secretary to the Prime Minister – Ms. Sagarika Bogahawatta, Media Secretary to the Prime Minister – ; Ms. S. Vijitha Basnayake, Director-General for East Asia – Ms. Ruwanthi Delpitiya and Director of the East Asia Division at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Ms. Udani Gunawardena.

(Excerpts : Prime Minister’s Media Division)

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Pvt. secretary of late minister injured in shooting

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A shooting incident has been reported in Kandana this morning (July 03).

Reportedly, two people traveling in a car were shot near the Kandana Public Market.

According to reports, Sameera Manahara, who served as the private secretary of late Minister Mangala Samaraweera, has been injured in the shooting.

The two injured individuals have been admitted to the Ragama Hospital, police say.

Investigations are underway to identify and apprehend the assailants.

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Young woman brutally murdered in Kuruwita

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A young woman was found in the Dewipahala-Dodam Ella area in Kuruwita, after being brutally attacked and her gold necklace stolen

According to the police, the victim was found collapsed on the roadside with severe neck injuries caused by a sharp weapon. She was rushed to the Ratnapura Hospital but succumbed to her injuries shortly after admission.

The victim has been identified as a 26-year-old.

Arrests are yet to be made and an investigation is underway.

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Revised pensions to be granted from this month

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The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils, and Local Government has announced that the revised pensions approved under the recent Budget will be implemented starting this month.

Minister – Prof. Chandana Abeyratne has stated that more than 500,000 retired public sector employees will benefit from the increased pension payment.

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