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Debt deals, austerity still rule Colombo

IMF approves $350 million t ranche as island nation sees early signs of recovery, but challenges persist amid ongoing reforms and rising public discontent….reports Asian Lite News The International Monetary Fund (IMF)

July 3, 2025

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Dengue Scare Hits Lankan Schools

Dengue and Chikungunya cases are on the rise in Sri Lanka….reports Asian Lite News Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Education has issued instructions to prevent the spread of dengue and Chikungunya in schools

June 9, 2025

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India, Sri Lanka Sign Defence Deal as Modi Gets Top Honour

India and Sri Lanka on Saturday signed an upgraded agreement on defence cooperation, marking a pivotal moment in regional security collaboration during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit to the island nation.

April 5, 2025

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Modi Accorded Ceremonial Welcome in Sri Lanka

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accorded a grand ceremonial welcome in Colombo on Saturday as he began his first official visit to Sri Lanka since 2019. The visit marks a renewed push

April 5, 2025

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Modi Due in Sri Lanka to Cement Ties

Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Santosh Jha described the visit to island nation as “very important” and likely will set a fresh agenda for bilateral cooperation Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit

April 4, 2025

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Sri Lanka to Refer to India as ‘Bharat’ During PM Modi’s Visit

PM Modi is expected to meet senior Sri Lankan officials and political leaders, and the two leaders will travel to Anuradhapura for the inauguration of various development projects funded by India. This

April 4, 2025

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PM Modi Due in Lanka

PM Modi may stop in Colombo on his way back from Bangkok after the BIMSTEC Summit (April 2-4)….reports Asian Lite News Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to visit Sri Lanka in

March 5, 2025

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Lanka’s shifting China stance sparks foreign policy concerns

Prime Minister Harini Nireka Amarasuriya recently admitted the lack of a coherent strategy, but a new joint statement with China has further fuelled concerns. Sri Lanka’s foreign policy has long been criticised

January 30, 2025

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Japan, Sri Lanka strengthen bilateral cooperation

The discussions focused on key topics such as debt restructuring, the ongoing expansion project at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA)…reports Asian Lite News Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya met with Mr.

January 10, 2025

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Dissanayake reflects on ‘successful’ India visit

Dissanayake reiterated Sri Lanka’s stated position of not permitting its territory to be used in any manner inimical to the security of India as well as towards regional stability…reports Asian Lite News

December 19, 2024

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