Three waste-to-energy projects to be launched in August

Russia reiterates support for Sri Lanka in BRICS

Russia reiterated support for Sri Lanka in BRICS, an intergovernmental organization comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran and the United Arab Emirates.  Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism Hon. Vijitha Herath met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on the sidelines of ministerial events under the auspices of ASEAN in Kuala Lumpur. During the conversation, the parties discussed pressing issues on Lankan–Russian r

11 Jul, 2025

UK unveils reforms to simply imports from countries like Sri Lanka

The UK government unveiled a package of reforms to simplify imports from developing countries like Sri Lanka. Upgrades to the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS) make it easier for businesses to trade with the UK and help lower prices on the UK high street. The changes, announced as part of the UK’s wider Trade for Development offer, aim to support economic growth in partner countries including Sri Lanka while helping UK businesses and consumers access high-quality, affordable goods.  T

11 Jul, 2025

Ranil speaks to Mahathir on his 100th birthday

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe called Mahathir Mohamad, the leader who built modern Malaysia, on the occasion of his 100th birthday and extended his best wishes. A brief telephone conversation was also held between former Prime Minister of Malaysia Mahathir Mohamad and Ranil Wickremesinghe. The former President and Prime Minister have known each other for several decades. Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, who came to power in the early 1980s, played a great role in bringing Malaysia to

10 Jul, 2025