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SL – Saudi Arabia focus to broaden ties in apparel & tourism sectors

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10 months ago

November 27, 2023

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The Minister of Economy and Planning for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, – Faisal F. Alibrahim, met with President Ranil Wickremesinghe this afternoon (27) at the Presidential Secretariat.

During the discussions, Minister Faisal F. Alibrahim emphasized Saudi Arabia’s keen interest in strengthening economic ties with Sri Lanka across various sectors, including garments and tourism. He elucidated that his government was focused on expanding economic relations within the region and regarded Sri Lanka with significant importance.

President Ranil Wickremesinghe welcomed the Minister’s comments, asserting that Sri Lanka is actively promoting enhanced cooperation in Asia, including West Asia. He further highlighted that the tourism and agriculture sectors were areas open to greater investment, as the country is committed to modernizing these domains.

Accompanying the President were the Secretary to the President, Saman Ekanayake and the Director of International Affairs to the President Dinouk Colombage.

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NPP finalizing nomination lists for general election

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1 hour ago

October 5, 2024

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The National People’s Power (NPP) is finalizing its district-level nomination lists for the upcoming General Election, according to NPP General Secretary Dr. Nihal Abeysinghe.

He revealed that the NPP is preparing a mechanism to avoid internal competition for preferential votes among its candidates, though it will not interfere with the electoral process, ensuring that those elected by the people through preferential votes enter Parliament.

Dr. Abeysinghe highlighted that the NPP is including more female candidates and professionals in both its nomination and national lists.

He also clarified that while many individuals have expressed interest in contesting under the NPP banner, no new political parties or groups will be aligned with the NPP for the election.

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Defence Ministry recalls civilian firearms

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13 hours ago

October 4, 2024

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The government has announced the temporary recall of all firearms issued to civilians by the Ministry of Defence.

In an official statement, the Ministry directed all license holders to return their firearms and ammunition to the Commercial Explosives’ Storage Facility in Welisara by November 07.

The Defence Ministry further stated that the firearms will be returned after a review and assessment of the necessity to retain them.

(dailymirror.lk)

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Bandula not to contest Gen. election

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16 hours ago

October 4, 2024

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Former Minister of Transport and Mass Media Dr. Bandula Gunawardene says he has decided not to contest at the upcoming General elections.Speaking to media, he told that he had been in politics for more than 20 years representing the Homagama electorate and that he functioned as a Deputy Minister and as a Cabinet Minister and rendered the maximum possible service to the people in his capacity.He also revealed plans to produce another movie while continuing his further education in the upcoming years.