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Foreign Ministry rejects allegations against Consular Affairs Division

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has categorically rejected allegation in a television news report against the Consular Affairs Division of the Foreign Ministry. The Ministry said that no staff member of the Foreign Ministry has been involved in the alleged practice of exploiting the existing appointment system of the Consular Affairs Division by third parties to authenticate documents. “It is unacceptable that the appointment system, which has been introduced to ensure an effective and efficie

27 May, 2023

Indian cruise ship to launch operations to Sri Lanka

Cordelia Cruises is all set for its first international voyage to Sri Lanka in early June, and the new route is likely to boost the Indian cruise traffic by 25-30 per cent, according to a top official. The cruise liner, currently operating for domestic destinations, has witnessed a revival in the post-COVID era. The occupancy rate has averaged between 78-85 per cent, with consecutive sold-out summer holiday cruises, the official added. ”Sri Lanka is truly the jewel of the Indian Ocean. The nat

27 May, 2023

UK official holds talks with wide range of stakeholders in Sri Lanka

UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office Director, Ben Mellor, had talks with a wide range of stakeholders in Sri Lanka. Along with the British High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Sarah Hulton, they met a wide range of stakeholders in Colombo, Jaffna and Galle, the British High Commission in Colombo said. ?It was great to accompany our UK Director across three provinces this week, meeting important stakeholders across civil society, businesses and government. We had productive discussions a

26 May, 2023