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Showers expected in several areas today

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2 weeks ago

January 1, 2025

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Showers are expected in several parts of Sri Lanka today, according to the Department of Meteorology.

Showers or thundershowers will occur at times in the Eastern and Uva provinces and Matale, Nuwara-Eliya, Polonnaruwa, Hambantota and Matara districts while heavy showers above 100 mm can be expected at some places in the Eastern and Uva provinces and Matale, Nuwara-Eliya and Hambantota districts.

Several spells of showers may occur in the Northern province and Anuradhapura district. Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places elsewhere during the afternoon or night.

Fairly heavy showers above 75 mm can be expected at some places in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and the Galle district.

Fairly strong winds of 30-40 kmph can be expected at times over the Northern, Eastern, Northcentral, North-western and Southern provinces and misty conditions can be expected in some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and Central provinces in the morning.

Meanwhile, showers or thundershowers will occur at times in the sea areas extending from Trincomalee to Matara via Pottuvil and Hambantota. Showers or thundershowers may occur at several places in the other sea areas around the island during the evening or night.

Winds will be north-easterly in the sea areas around the island and speed will be 30-40 kmph. Wind speed can increase up to 50-60 kmph at times in the sea areas off the coast extending from Colombo to Kankasanthurai via Puttalam.

Wind speed can increase up to 40-50 kmph at times in the sea areas off the coast extending from Kankasanthurai to Galle via Trincomalee and Hambanthota.

The sea areas off the coast extending from Colombo to Kankesanthurai via Puttalam will be rough at times. Other sea areas may be fairly rough at times. Temporarily strong gusty winds and very rough seas can be expected during thundershowers.

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SJB appoints committee for talks on working together with UNP

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9 hours ago

January 16, 2025

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The Working Committee of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) has approved a proposal for discussions to work together with the United National Party (UNP).

Accordingly, a five-member committee, headed by SJB General Secretary – Ranjith Madduma Bandara, has been appointed for the discussions.

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China pledges to back sovereignty, territorial integrity & independence of SL (Video)

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10 hours ago

January 16, 2025

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Zhao Leji, Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC) of China, stated that China is committed to supporting Sri Lanka’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and independence.

This statement was made during a meeting between President Anura Kumar Disanayake and Zhao Leji, which took place earlier today (Jan. 16) as part of President Disanayake’s four-day official visit to China.

During the meeting, Chairman Zhao warmly welcomed President Disanayake, further emphasizing that working with Sri Lanka in a continuous and cooperative manner is a key expectation of the Chinese National People’s Congress.

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism – Vijitha Herath, Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports, and Civil Aviation – Bimal Rathnayake, Chinese Ambassador to Sri Lanka – Qi Zhenhong and Sri Lankan Ambassador to China – Majintha Jayesinghe, were also present at the event.

(President’s Media Division)

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SL President holds talks with globally renowned Chinese companies (Pics)

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10 hours ago

January 16, 2025

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During his four-day state visit to China, President Anura Kumara Disanayake held a series of strategic discussions with several globally acclaimed leading Chinese corporations following his participation in an investment forum organized by both public and private sector entities in China.

Among the prominent companies involved in these discussions were the China Communications Construction Company Ltd (CCCC), China Petrochemical Corporation (SINOPEC Group), Metallurgical Corporation of China Ltd (MCC), Huawei and BYD Auto.

President Disanayake highlighted the investment opportunities available in Sri Lanka and assured these corporations that the government is committed to providing all necessary facilities and support to investors to foster a business-friendly environment.

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath and Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation Bimal Rathnayake also participated in these significant engagements.

(President’s Media Division)