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Sri Lanka limits consular services in 11 missions overseas

In view of the present circumstances of the rapid spread of COVID-19 globally, and in order to limit the spread of the virus among Sri Lankans who visit the Sri Lanka Missions overseas, the Ministry of Foreign Relations has decided to limit the provision of consular services in 11 Sri Lanka Missions overseas commencing 16 March until further notice. These countries include Italy, Iran, South Korea, France, Spain, Germany, Switzerland, Denmark, The Netherlands, Sweden and Austria. This decision

14 Mar, 2020

Monday declared holiday to prevent spread of coronavirus

Monday, March 16 has been declared a special holiday to prevent the spread of coronavirus, the Government said today. The Government said that Monday has been declared a Public, Mercantile and Bank holiday. Accordingly all Government and private institutions in Sri Lanka are expected to be closed on Monday. (Colombo Gazette)

14 Mar, 2020

SLPP to limit public meetings

The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) has decided to significantly limit public meetings and gatherings in the Hambantota District from today (14) until further notice. Former Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa said the decision has been taken in line with the guidelines issued by health officials. He said via a post on Twitter that this was to help curtail the spread of the coronavirus outbreak in Sri Lanka. ?Following the guidelines of health officials, starting today, we will be significantl

14 Mar, 2020