Blake arrives in Sri Lanka

T?rkiye notes significance of relationship with Sri Lanka

T?rkiye noted the significance of its relationship with Sri Lanka on the 75th Anniversary of diplomatic relations between both countries. Full speech by Demet ?ekercio?lu, Ambassador of the Republic of T?rkiye to Sri Lanka and Maldives, on the occasion of the 75th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations between Sri Lanka and T?rkiye, marked by the issuance of a special commemorative postage stamp:? I?m indeed honored to stand before you today at this significant event, marking yet another a milest

08 Dec, 2023

Parliament appoints a caucus on human rights

Sri Lanka, which is facing allegations of human rights abuses, has appointed a Parliament caucus on human rights headed by MP Wasantha Yapabandara. Wasantha Yapabandara was appointed as the Chair of the Parliamentary Caucus on Human Rights after he was nominated by MP Jayantha Samaraweera and seconded by MP Udayana Kirindigoda, the Parliament communications unit said. MP Weerasumana Weerasinghe and MP (Dr.) Thilak Rajapakshe were appointed as the Co-Chairs of the caucus. Commenting on the fut

10 Dec, 2023

Australian budget airline Jetstar considering flights to Sri Lanka

Australian budget airline Jetstar is considering operating flights to Sri Lanka after a major shake-up to its long-haul flights. According to the Australian media, Jetstar announced a major shake-up to its long-haul flights that will see seatback entertainment screens axed in favour of in-flight Wi-Fi. The change is part of a multimillion-dollar update to Jetstar?s existing Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet, which the carrier says will provide travellers with ?more in-flight comfort and choice, as w

09 Dec, 2023