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Performance-based targets for SL mission heads

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2 weeks ago

January 24, 2025

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Deputy Minister of Vocational Education – Nalin Hewage has said that new changes have been made to Sri Lanka’s diplomatic service, including the introduction of performance-based targets for ambassadors and high commissioners.

The Deputy Minister said this during the recruitment ceremony for the 2025 trainee intake of the German Industrial Training Institute in Moratuwa.

Highlighting the importance of a merit-driven approach in diplomatic appointments to enhance Sri Lanka’s international representation and efficiency, he also pledged to end the long-standing practice of appointing officials based on political affiliations and family ties.

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One injured in Kotahena shooting

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22 minutes ago

February 10, 2025

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A person has been injured and hospitalized following a shooting incident at Benedict Mawatha in Kotahena, police reported.

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SLC announces 16-member squad for ODI series

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29 minutes ago

February 10, 2025

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The Sri Lanka Cricket Selection Committee has selected a 16-member squad to play in the two-match ODI series vs Australia.

The RPICS in Colombo will host the first ODI on February 12 and the second on February 14.

Both games are day games. The match starts at 10 am.

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PM and IMF Executive Director discuss economic stability and policy reforms

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32 minutes ago

February 10, 2025

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Executive Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Dr. Krishnamoorthy Subramanian has paid a courtesy visit to the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, at the Prime Minister’s Office in Colombo.

The meeting focused on key economic matters, including Sri Lanka’s tax policy, the effective management of tax revenue, and measures to enhance public sector efficiency, the Prime Minister’s Office said in a statement.

The Prime Minister also outlined the government’s future development agenda, emphasizing policy initiatives to ensure economic stability and foster sustainable growth, it added.

Dr. P.K.G. Harischandra, Alternate Executive Director of the IMF, also participated in the discussions.

The Sri Lankan delegation included Pradeep Saputhanthri, Secretary to the Prime Minister; Ms. Sagarika Bogahawatta, Additional Secretary (Development) to the Prime Minister; Dr. P. Nandalal Weerasinghe, Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka; Dr. C. Amarasekara, Assistant Governor of the Central Bank; Dr. Lasitha R.C. Pathberiya, Additional Director of Economic Research; Amila J. Wijayawardhana, Senior Economist and Liaison Officer for the IMF Executive Director; Ms. Lashinka Dammullage, Director (Bilateral), Economic Affairs Division at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; and Samantha Bandara, Director General of the Department of External Resources.