President Mahinda Rajapaksa addressed the Commonwealth Local Government Conference in Kampala yesterday (14).

Photo by: Sudath Silva

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* Thai Prime Minister and Princess Sirindhorn to visit Sri Lanka

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* Australian Minister commends SLN's efforts to curb illegal migration

* 42 illegal immigrants flown home from Christmas Island

* Commonwealth Secretariat to provide technical assistance to strengthen Sri Lanka Human Rights Commission

* Garments and textiles exports up, trade deficit down in February

* Pakistan eases tariff on three Lankan commodities

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* Japan ready to continue support Sri Lanka – Deputy PM of Japan

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* President offers relief to electricity consumers

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* President expresses solidarity survivors of Iran earthquake

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* Let us hold hands in unity to safeguard workers’ rights - President

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* IMF forecasts stable growth in Sri Lanka

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* CHOGM 2013 to be held in Sri Lanka as planned

* Bahrain Parliamentary delegation meets President Rajapaksa

* Australia rejects calls to boycott CHOGM 2013

* Japanese Deputy PM due here

* Ministries should work to derive maximum benefit for country - President

* Australia continues to send back illegal migrants to Sri Lanka

* Sri Lanka, India navies discuss maritime issues at IMBL meeting

* Obama gets his WMD moment: By Lucien Rajakarunanayake

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* President congratulates the first directly elected President of the Czech Republic

* Departing Indian High Commissioner underscores strong and close bilateral relationship

* Second phase of Hamilton canal rehabilitation project begins

* G20 NATO power upgrades expo partnership with Sri Lanka

* It's time for U.S. policy toward Sri Lanka to be more symmetrical - CB Governor

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* China promises President further trade & investment promotion in Sri Lanka

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* Sri Lanka calls for total elimination of nuclear weapons

* Indian Housing Project exceeds target, plans to launch in East next month

* Terrorism is terrorism, understand its true nature- President

* No Indian fishermen have been killed – Indian Defence Minister

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* Government ensured quality education to all – President

* Flydubai to commence flights to MRIA next month

* Bangladesh will stand by Sri Lanka - Bangladeshi Foreign Secretary tells President

* Non-bank financial institution sector grows - CB

* President expresses condolence over China quake

* Sri Lanka police reject charges of torture and abuse in detention

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* Revised electricity tariff will be temporary

* Only 96 sqkms to be de-mined

* Explore the ancient temples of Sri Lanka

* President condoles with earthquake victims

* Two Tamil men jailed for attacking a man in Wembley because he was Sinhalese

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* Free health service will be strengthened - President

* President Rajapaksa congratulates New Venezuelan President

* Sea weed farming project in Jaffna launched

* Bangladesh Foreign Secretary to visit Sri Lanka

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* Geraldton boat arrivals sent back to Sri Lanka

* Spain expresses continued support to further accelerate development in SL

* ADB backs secondary education quality drive in Sri Lanka

* Thoppigala Heritage Park Complex declared open

* CB embarks on extensive local & international awareness programme on Sri Lankan economy

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* Govt. will not tolerate communal or religious disharmony - President

* Sri Lanka is a shimmering jewel and a great destination - The Chronicle

* UN Habitat extends support to housing development in North

* Democracy Index for 2012: Sri Lanka ranks high among Asian nations

* Some refugees have a history of violence - ASIO

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* Hunger strikes won't change govt's asylum policies – Aus PM

* Gold fall an opportunity for Central Banks to buy - CB Governor

* Boston blast, a cowardice act - President

* First vocational training center for migrant workers opened

* Inflation for March fell significantly

* President congratulates new Jordanian PM

* British Airways resuming flights after 15 years, a strong message of confidence – SL envoy

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* Tamils flee for cash, not from harm - former foreign editor of The Australian

* Commonwealth Secretariat supports to strengthen state sector HR management

* Policy rates maintained, current monetary policy appropriate

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* World Justice Project –Rule of Law Index 2012-2013 : Sri Lanka Scores High

* Sri Lanka aims for US$ 4,000 per capita income by 2016

* Sri Lanka welcomes boat returns – HC Samarasinghe

* The bond of Buddha is a bond between India and Sri Lanka which nothing can break – Indian Foreign Secy

* SL Embassy in Seoul in constant touch with Sri Lankan workers

* SLN denies arresting 9 Indian fishermen

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* First Family celebrates Sinhala and Tamil New Year

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* Sri Lanka seeks Japanese assistance to secure patent rights of native plants and herbs

* Indian MPs satisfied with progress in North

* 19 Indian fishermen released

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* The fullest joy of New Year is realized in a free country - President

* Sri Lankan boats will slow: SL Envoy in Australia

* US stands ready to partner with SL & all Sri Lankans – John Kerry

* British Airways resumes flights to Sri Lanka

* Sri Lanka's Networked Readiness Index goes up

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* “Civilian casualties might have occurred due to unlawful acts by LTTE” - Sri Lanka Army Court of Inquiry

* Australia says latest asylum seekers could be flown back to Sri Lanka

* Ambassador Wickramasuriya invites Washington young professionals to visit SL

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* SriLankan Cargo on course for record-breaking year

* PM Thatcher was steadfast against scourge of terrorism - President Mahinda Rajapaksa

* Now Sri Lanka is safe - The Telegraph

* Development programs will not be overturned by adverse elements - President

* Sri Lankan economy is expected to continue on a high growth path - Central Bank Annual Report

* High-powered delegation from Pakistan visiting Sri Lanka

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* President Rajapaksa Congratulates new Slovenian Prime Minister

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* Govt. implements measures to prevent kidney disease, bans import of agrochemicals

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* Pakistan and Sri Lanka agree to enhance level of cooperation and friendship

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* "No forgetting of children who were LTTE's cannon fodder"

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* ‘There is peace and tranquility in Sri Lanka’ - Pakistani Foreign Secretary

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* Twenty more failed asylum seekers sent home from Australia

* IAG to return to Sri Lanka after 15 years

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* No evidence of Balachandran's death – Indian MP

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* President suggests amending Land Act to meet today's needs

* Veyangoda flyover to be opened in September

* Pakistani Navy War College delegation visited Sri Lanka

* Market interest rates will be reduced this year - CB

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* We need time and space to carry on rehabilitation – High Commissioner Kariyawasam

* China upgrades Sri Lanka’s expo partnership

* Next contingent of Sri Lanka blue berets leave for Haiti today

* Tamilnadu behaviors is unfortunate - Former Indian captain

* World Bank provides assistance to enhance quality of health sector services

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* Govt to take stern legal action against groups creating communal unrest

* Political rivalries in TN are doomed to fail - DNA

* Indian govt rejects Tamil Nadu resolution on Sri Lanka

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* What accountability and by whom? Bloody lies & suffering of the Iraq invasion - By Lucien Rajakarunanayake

* Inflation declines in March 2013

* Japan provides funds to install electronic traffic signs on highways

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* Mixing of politics and sports is very unfortunate – SL High Commissioner

* A role for Sri Lanka in US pivot to Asia - Ambassador Wickramasuriya

* Seychelles, Sri Lanka expand Indian Ocean co-operation

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* The UN resolution is a misplaced initiative – HC Kariyawasam

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* Customs to implement ASYCUDA world system

* Jammu & Kashmir now in the wings: Indian opportunism in Geneva will rebound in global arena - By Lucien Rajakarunanayake

* Navy relaxes regulations on fishing

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* President opens Deyata Kirula Development Exhibition

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* Buddhist prelates, Indian HC hold discussions

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* UN resolution damaging South Asian solidarity - Sri Lanka tells UNHRC

* Sri Lanka vote highlights increasing divide within Human Rights Council

* Large number of Tamil female soldiers passed out in Kilinochchi

* No room in the party for the corrupt - President tells SLFPers

* President sends condolences to Bangladesh

* Engaging Sri Lanka is the best way forward – Hindu Op Ed

* Raj Rajaratnam's brother indicted on insider trading charges

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* High Commissioner's report has gone beyond mandate – Minister Samarasinghe

* Developing countries express their confidence for the efforts made by SL towards achieving national reconciliation

* Most Indian parties oppose a resolution on Sri Lanka

* China will continue to support SL against groundless accusations - CPPCC Vice Chairman

* Virtual Learning Network launched

* Defence Ministry advises SL travelers to avoid Tamil Nadu

* Tamil Nadu rights activists condemn attacks on Sri Lankans

* SriLankan introduces a special holiday package

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* Exercise caution when visiting Tamil Nadu – Govt

* Sri Lankan President not a war criminal – BJP

* Development Bonds issue oversubscribed to US$ 129 million

* SriLankan airlines reduces flights to Chennai

* New Pakistan High Commissioner presents credentials

* President opens largest solar power plant

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* India has a moral responsibility to support Sri Lanka- Prof. Peiris

* Katunayake – Kelaniya Expressway to be opened in August

* Protests in TN taken form of terrorism – HC Kariyawasam

* Sense of confidence comes through learning – Secy to the President

* Japanese aid worth Rs. 3.7 billion for Social & Economic development

* China’s special representative at MRIA launch: Mattala symbol of close friendship between Sri Lanka & China

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* 'What we all seek is to see our children rise above us in their lives':  Mattala will open Sri Lanka to more development- President

* Sri Lanka’s Second International Airport opens at Mattala

* Mattala airport to boost tourism industry

* Several leading international airlines ready to operate flights to MRIA

* President sends greetings to Pope Francis

* Sri Lanka was titled as the “Most Popular Tourist Destination”

* Mattala Airport will boost overall economy of south and Sri Lanka – MP

* Sri Lanka launches tourism road show in Russia and Ukraine

* President concludes successful visit to Japan

* President Rajapaksa wishes new Chinese President success

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* Sri Lanka UPR adopted, member countries commend the progress

* Sri Lanka to continue transparent, proactive and constructive engagement with UNHRC – Minister Samarasinghe

* President extends warm felicitations to new President of China

* SriLankan ready to take off at MRIA

* From JR to MR-- TIES THAT BIND - By Lucien Rajakarunanayake

* HC Kariyawasam meets Chief Minister of Orissa

* President congratulates new President of Kenya

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* President meets Japanese business leaders and inaugurates Sri Lanka Business Forum

* Sri Lanka and Japan to Expand Maritime Cooperation

* Visit SL to know heroic efforts of people to rebuild their country - Ambassador Akashi

* Sri Lanka is emerging as a gem in the rough - National Geographic

* Japan is to provide development assistance worth 43.8 billion Yen to Sri Lanka

* Financial Intelligence Units of Sri Lanka, Japan sign MoU to share financial information

* Sri Lanka establishes diplomatic relations with Honduras

* Bandh call fizzles out

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* Western Nations Underestimate Sri Lanka's Development - Japanese Deputy PM

* Sri Lanka: the only country that rehabilitated suicide bombers

* President has audience with Japanese Emperor

* President meets with Japan-Sri Lanka Parliamentary Leage

* Korean Air commenced Direct Flights between Seoul & Colombo

* Tourist arrivals increased

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* No records of Indian fishermen killed in Sri Lankan territorial waters last year – India

* Sri Lanka venue for 2013 CHOGM Summit

* Japan welcomes SL’s efforts in areas of reconstruction, reconciliation & human rights

* Former Japanese PM impressed with Lanka’s rapid development

* No one can take the law into their hand - Chief government whip

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* President arrives in Japan

* India must stand by Sri Lanka, vote against US resolution – The Pioneer

 March 11, 2013  | Read More >>

* Continuous learning makes a high performing public servant – Secy to President

** Maha Sangha always works for the country’s progress – President

* Seaplanes in Sri Lanka: up & away with a new air taxi service - The Guardian

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* US resolution clearly contravenes UNHRC principles – Ambassador Ariyasinha

* Govt. seeks India's technical assistance for ‘tri-lingual Sri Lanka’ initiative

* Work out a consensus – Swamy tells US

* CBF will bring investment opportunities to Sri Lanka - Chairman

* Every prayer that offer today may bring understanding among our peoples – President

* Central Bank maintains interest rates

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* Indian housing project making progress

* Sri Lanka sees rise in Software and BPO workers

* Mihin Lanka sales agent office in Madurai attacked

* President pays respects to late Venezuelan President

* Sri Lanka sees rise in Software and BPO workers

* Mihin Lanka sales agent office in Madurai attacked

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* More Japanese assistance for reconstruction in North

* Financial Action Task Force recognizes Sri Lanka’s compliance status

* Late President Chavez, a strong advocate for developing world - President

* Sri Lanka ranks high on key measures of health: GBD 2010

** Tourism industry to create 500,000 new jobs

* SL emphasizes the need to commence negotiations for complete elimination of nuclear weapons

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* Sri Lanka: the Most potential outbound tourist destination - Beijing Times

* Tourism industry to create 500,000 new jobs

* Arrest warrant issued after Sun Sea migrant fails to show up for deportation

* Focus on intrusive initiatives are less constructive – Sri Lanka

* Army Commander rejects allegations of killing Prabhakaran's son

* Two water projects in North provide drinking water to over 12,500 families

* Sri Lanka Navy rejects allegations of helping people smugglers

* Protect country's national, historical heritage – President

* Prime Minister Netanyahu offers Israel 's goodwill & assistance to SL

* Vaiko arrested after attempting to lay siege to Sri Lankan DHC

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* US satisfied with North & East development

* Sri Lanka delivers what the Caribbean can’t - The Globe and Mail

* Important steps taken by SL Govt. since end of war - UNSG

* Sense of integrity, an indispensable characteristic of a public officer – Secy to President

* Matara - Kataragama railway extension project on track

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* President denies Army killed Prabhakaran’s son

* Motion against Sri Lanka rejected in German Parliament

* Air Arabia to fly to Mattala International Airport

** US DOUBLE STANDARDS in Sri Lanka and Asia :By Lucien Rajakarunanayake

* India increases aid to SL

* Sri Lanka gets expertise in land mine removal

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* Screening Channel 4 videos at UNHRC: Clearly motivated by collateral political considerations – Sri Lanka

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* UNHRC disassociates itself from screening of ‘No fire Zone’ at UN

* Israel firmly committed to Sri Lanka’s economic development - President of Israel tells Prof. Peiris

* Vietnamese delegation calls on President

* Customs plays critical role - President

* We will continue to return failed asylum seekers – Australian Immigration Minister

* Let Sri Lankan pilgrims visit Velankanni – Bishop of Jaffna

* Sri Lanka donates USD 25,000 to the Philippines

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