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US denies claims MCC funds spent by Government

The Government of Sri Lanka has not spent any money from the $480 million Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) grant, the US Embassy in Colombo said. The Embassy further clarified in a Tweet that no MCC grant monies were ever transferred to the Government of Sri Lanka. Funds for preparatory activities have been canceled or indefinitely postponed, pending the Government?s decision whether to proceed with the grant, it said. Meanwhile, the President?s Office yesterday (25) noted concerns in t

26 Jun, 2020

Anuradhapura cop arrested while transporting cannabis

A police constable attached to the Anuradhapura Police has been arrested while transporting cannabis, the Police media unit said today. The Police said that the constable was arrested following a raid launched by the Police. According to the Police, 10 kg of cannabis was seized during the raid. Further investigations are underway. (Colombo Gazette)

27 Jun, 2020

Border and maritime security of Sri Lanka vulnerable

Sri Lanka?s border and maritime security remained vulnerable in 2019, the US State Department?s Country Reports on Terrorism 2019 said. The report said the Sri Lankan Government is working with the UN, along with Japan, to enhance border management systems at Colombo?s international airport. The Sri Lankan Government also expanded its partnership with the United States to secure its maritime border. The US Coast Guard, under the Department of State?s EXBS (Export Control and Related Border Se

27 Jun, 2020