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The International Monetary Fund said it will discuss the timing of the next review of the Sri Lanka program and looked forward to working with the new President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.“We look forward to working together with President Dissanayake and his team towards building on the hard-won gains that have helped put Sri Lanka on a path to economic recovery since entering one of its worst economic crises in 2022.We welcome the announcement of an agreement in principle between Sri Lanka and international bondholders’ representatives, subject to confirmation on comparability of treatment by Sri Lanka’s Official Creditors Committee. This represents…

Sri Lanka has added off-spinner Nishan Peiris to their squad for the 2nd Test against New Zealand after fast bowler Vishwa Fernando was withdrawn due to an injury concern.Peiris, a promising young talent, has impressed in domestic cricket, and this call-up offers him the chance to make his Test debut if Sri Lanka opts for a change in their bowling lineup. His inclusion strengthens Sri Lanka’s spin options as they prepare to face New Zealand in the 2nd & Final Test on the 26th.

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake paid a visit to the Archbishop of Colombo, His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith, today (23), where he received the Archbishop’s blessings.During his visit to the Archbishop’s House, Colombo, the President inquired about His Eminence’s well-being and engaged in a brief conversation.His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith, Archbishop of Colombo, expressed his congratulations to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on his election as President, reflecting the will of the majority in Sri Lanka.He acknowledged that the people have entrusted the new President with the significant responsibility of bringing about the necessary changes in the country, a task that may…

Ahimsa Wickrematunge, the daughter of the late senior journalist Lasantha Wickremetunge, has expressed hope for justice, stating “The presidential election result has given us a renewed sense of hope.”Issuing a statement, Ahimsa Wickrematunge said the JVP has historically been critical of the establishment and she is hopeful this leadership will bring a fresh perspective into finally addressing the atrocities that have taken place in Sri Lanka’s recent human rights history.“Despite the overwhelming evidence by our brave and skilled detectives for 15 years the governments in power refused to take meaningful action into our father’s assassination which is a stark reminder…

The new President Mr. Anura Kumara Dissanayake went to Kandy after taking the oath and paid his respects. Then the President met the chiefs of the Malwatu Asgiri faction. It is reported that Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who was sworn in as the President this morning, visited Sri Dalada Maliga in the afternoon and traveled to Kandy in the normal cars he had used so far to visit the dignitaries. He has traveled from Colombo to Kandy via the Central Expressway via Kurunegala. It was seen how the new president arrived in Kandy using only two ordinary cars without using helicopters…

Former Senior DIG Ravi Seneviratne has been appointed as the Secretary to the Public Security Ministry by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.Seneviratne was the former Senior DIG of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID).

Colombo, Sep 23 (Daily Mirror) – Air Vice Marshal (Rtd) Sampath Thuyacontha has been appointed as the new Secretary to the Ministry of Defence by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.Thuyacontha retired from the Sri Lanka Air Force on November 26, 2021 after completing more than 33 years of service.Thuyacontha, born in Colombo on the 26th of November 1966 is a product of Thurstan College, Colombo.

United Kingdom Member of Parliament Mrs. Kathryn West said in a note on her Twitter account yesterday (22) that she congratulates Mr. Anura Kumara Dissanayake who was elected as the 9th Executive President of Sri Lanka.Mrs. West said that the United Kingdom government is ready to work with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and his government to further strengthen the partnership between Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom.Also, the British High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Mr. Andrew Patrick, also congratulated President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. He said that it was an honor for him to participate in the swearing in of Mr.…

The new President Mr. Anura Kumara Dissanayake met and discussed with the Commanders of the three armed forces and the Chief of Defense Staff after taking the oath of office this morning. The discussion was held after the three armed forces commanders and the Chief of Defense Staff attended the President’s swearing-in ceremony held at the Presidential Secretariat.

The Government Information Department announced the appointment of Nandika Sanath Kumanayaka as the new Secretary to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. With extensive experience in public service and administration, Kumanayaka is expected to play a key role in supporting the president’s initiatives and enhancing Governance