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Negotiations yield positive results – President

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President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said yesterday that the talks between the Sri Lankan delegation and US officials regarding reciprocal tariffs have yielded positive results, and both nations are anticipated to issue a joint statement soon.

“Our delegation, including Deputy Finance Minister has engaged in discussions with the relevant US authorities. I have been informed that these discussions have been productive, and both parties are anticipated to issue a joint statement soon,” he said.

The Sri Lankan delegation departed for the United States to engage in discussions with the International Monetary Fund  (IMF) regarding the Extended Fund Facility programme, as well as to have discussion with US government officials about the recent reciprocal tariffs placed on Sri Lankan exports to the United States.

Addressing an election rally in Ratnapura in support of the NPP candidates contesting the upcoming Local Government Election in the Ratnapura District, the President stated that his Government is committed to establishing a strong economy in the country. “Should the economy of our country falter as a result of decisions made by another country, or due to conflict or a pandemic occurring elsewhere, it indicates a lack of stability and independence in our economic system. Our objective is to establish an economy resilient enough to withstand such external challenges,” he said.

The President added that his Government has managed to stabilise the country’s economy to some extent following an unprecedented crisis, maintaining the value of the Sri Lankan rupee against the US dollar at Rs. 300 for the last six months.

“There are no shortages of goods and services in the country, and the rupee’s value has remained unchanged against the dollar for the past six months. This indicates that the economy is now stable,” he added.

The President noted that the year 2025 is expected to witness the highest influx of tourists to the country, and his Government is actively working on developing new tourist attractions, including Yapahuwa and Trincomalee.

“Anuradhapura City will be revitalised, emphasising the importance of our cultural, religious, and irrigation heritage, with assistance from the Indian government,” he added.

President Dissanayake noted that export revenues are anticipated to rise this year. The President remarked that the people made the NPP victorious as they wanted a change from an administration that had not fulfilled the public’s expectations for 70 years. “The people wanted to end this vicious political cycle,” he said.

Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs Minister Prof. Hiniduma Sunil Senevi also spoke.

(dailynews.lk)

(This story, originally published by dailynews.lk has not been edited by SLM staff)

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Body of missing fisherman from capsized boat, recovered

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The body of one of the two fishermen who went missing after a multi-day fishing vessel capsized in the seas off the coast of Paravi Wella in Tangalle, has been recovered.

The Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) confirmed that the fisherman’s body was recovered during search operations, which were conducted with the assistance of the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF).

The fishing vessel, named “Maxim Putha 1,” was carrying six fishermen when the accident occurred while returning to shore after poaching.

A total of six fishermen were onboard the vessel when it capsized off the coast of Paravi Wella Beach in Tangalle, four of whom were rescued with the help of a dinghy.

Efforts are underway to locate the remaining missing fisherman.

Meanwhile, three other boat accidents were reported yesterday in seas off Galle, Kalutara and Hikkaduwa.

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Nationwide mosquito control program launches tomorrow

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In response to a surge in dengue cases, health authorities will launch a special mosquito control program tomorrow (June 30), covering 16 high-risk districts across the country.

According to the National Dengue Control Unit, the program will be in continue until the 5th of July.

A total of 28,752 dengue cases have been reported islandwide so far this year.

The highest number of cases were recorded from the Western Province.

Sixteen dengue-related deaths have been reported so far this year.

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President’s Fund donates one million to Ishaq Baig

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Religious and Cultural Affairs Minister Hiniduma Sunil Senevi today offered one million rupees from the President’s Fund to ailing veteran singer Ishaq Baig for his treatments.

The Sri Lankan Singers’ Association had launched a campaign “Ishak ta Kotiyak” (Rs. 10 million for Ishak) to raise funds for Ishaq Baig’s treatment and President Anura Kumara Dissanayake instructed to offer Rs. one million from the President’s Fund.

Minister Sunil Senevi visited Baig’s residence today and offered the cheque for one million rupees.

“Ishak ta Kotiyak”

Sri Lankan Singers’ Association President Rohan De Silva said they launched the campaign “Ishak ta Kotiyak” (Rs. 10 million for Ishak) to assist Ishaq Baig for his treatment and other expenses.

“Ishaq requires about Rs. 100,000 for his treatment and medicines monthly. We hope to make an investment with the funds so that Ishak could get at least Rs. 100,000 monthly for his expenses. We have been able to achieve the Rs. 10 million target within five days. However, we will keep the account open till the Esala Poya day while considering the request of well-wishers,” he said.

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