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President AKD meets with Tony Blair & Pakistan PM in UAE
President Anura Kumara Disanayake who is currently attending the World Governments Summit 2025 in Dubai held several high-level bilateral discussions with Heads of State, yesterday (Feb. 11).
During the day, the President met with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. Prime Minister Sharif extended his congratulations to President Disanayake on his government’s significant electoral victory in Sri Lanka.
The discussions focused on strengthening trade relations and diversifying markets between the two countries. Both leaders also deliberated on the importance of adopting a new strategic framework to enhance economic co-operation.
President Disanayake briefed the Pakistani Prime Minister on Sri Lanka’s current economic policies, emphasizing that his administration is committed to transparent and corruption-free economic management. He further highlighted that such governance would create a solid foundation for Sri Lanka’s economic growth.
Additionally, the discussion placed special emphasis on promoting tourism between Sri Lanka and Pakistan, exploring opportunities to boost the industry in both countries.
Meanwhile, President Disanayake also met with former British Prime Minister Tony Blair. The discussions revolved around the potential for Sri Lanka to leverage the United Kingdom’s expertise and specialized knowledge in various sectors.
President Disanayake briefed Blair on the investment opportunities in Sri Lanka’s health, ports and tourism sectors, extending an invitation for UK investors to explore these prospects.
Former British Prime Minister Blair highlighted the potential for Sri Lanka to benefit from expertise in climate change adaptation, good governance and agricultural advancements.
Additionally, he commended Sri Lanka’s current administration for its transparency and corruption-free governance, specifically recognizing these qualities as key strengths of the present leadership.
Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath also accompanied the President on this visit.
(President’s Media Division)
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CID probe launched over photo of tooth relic
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has launched an investigation into a photo circulating on social media, allegedly showing the sacred tooth relic during the ongoing special exposition – ‘Siri Dalada Vandanawa’ in Kandy.
According to Police Headquarters, the circulating image is seemingly an image taken by a devotee who attended the exposition, which is being held until April 27.
The police emphasises that devotees are not permitted to take photos or use their phones.
In this backdrop, the CID is investigating to ascertain whether the circulating photo was indeed taken during the ‘Siri Dalada Vandanawa’ exposition, and whether it was a photo captured by someone or whether it is merely an edited image.
The CID investigation has been launched on the instructions of the Acting Inspector General of Police.
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