Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, who travelled to the State of Qatar to convey the condolences of the Government and the people of Sri Lanka on the passing of the former Father Amir of the State of Qatar, returned to Sri Lanka this morning (16 July) via Bandaranaike International Airport, Katunayake.

During her visit to Qatar, the Prime Minister visited Lusail Palace in Doha, where she conveyed her condolences to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the current Amir of the State of Qatar.

The Prime Minister subsequently visited Al Wajba Palace, where she conveyed condolences on behalf of Sri Lanka to Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, mother of the Amir of the State of Qatar and Ch MORE >>

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya visited Al Wajba Palace on 15 July during her official visit to the State of Qatar to convey the condolences of the Government and the people of Sri Lanka on the passing of His Highness the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani.

The Prime Minister expressed her deepest sympathies to Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, mother of the Emir of the State of Qatar and Chairperson of the Qatar Foundation. The Prime Minister also conveyed her condolences to Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad Al Thani and Her Excellency Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani, daughters of the late Father Amir, as well as to the members of the Qatari Royal Family.

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Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, who is in the State of Qatar to convey condolences on the passing of the Father Amir, arrived at Lusail Palace in Doha today (15 July).

Upon her arrival, the Prime Minister was received by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Minister of Interior of the State of Qatar. The Prime Minister subsequently met with His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani.

During the meeting, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya conveyed to His Highness the Amir the deepest condolences of the Government and the people of Sri Lanka on the passing of the Father Amir, His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.

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Her Excellency Ms. Dewi Gustina Tobing, Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to Sri Lanka met with the Secretary to the Prime Minister, Mr. Pradeep Saputhanthri at the Prime Minister’s Office on 14 July 2026.

During the cordial discussions, both sides reaffirmed the longstanding bilateral relations between Sri Lanka and Indonesia and noted that the two countries will commemorate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations in 2027.

The discussions highlighted the importance of expanding cultural exchanges and strengthening people-to-people connectivity, particularly through tourism, as key avenues for enhancing mutual understanding and friendship between the peoples of the two co MORE >>

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya left for Qatar this afternoon (14) to convey the condolences of the Government and people of Sri Lanka on the passing of His Highness the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, former Amir of the State of Qatar.

During the visit, the Prime Minister is scheduled to meet members of the late Father Amir’s family and senior representatives of the State of Qatar to personally convey Sri Lanka’s condolences.

The visit also reflects the longstanding friendship and cooperation between Sri Lanka and Qatar.

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It is the policy of the Government to ensure equal access to education for all children

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the President’s Fund has been transformed into a people-centred fund and that ensuring equal access to education for all children is a key policy of the Government.

The Prime Minister made these remarks on 11th of July at Temple Trees while participating in the “Sarasavi Diriyo Abhiman 2026” programme, organised to recognise students with special needs pursuing university education.

The President’s Fund has decided to provide financial assistance of Rs. 100,000 each to 370 students admitted under the special needs category through the Universi MORE >>

All Donations Received for Disaster Relief Are Securely Maintained Under the Treasury

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that compensation and relief measures for people affected by the disaster are being implemented with significant progress and that all necessary financial allocations have already been released to Divisional Secretariat level to facilitate these efforts.

The Prime Minister made these remarks in Parliament today (10) while responding to a question raised regarding disaster relief services and the management of donations received for disaster response.

Further elaborating on the matter, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that although certain delays in the del MORE >>

The third meeting of the Cabinet Subcommittee appointed to oversee the development of 25 Technical and Vocational Colleges under the Department of Technical Education and Training was held today (09) at the Parliament Complex under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya.

The meeting focused on the proposed development programme for the 25 Technical and Vocational Colleges as a key step towards expanding access to vocational education, implementing plans to strengthen infrastructure, and creating new pathways for technical and vocational education in Sri Lanka. Members held detailed discussions on the measures required to advance these objectives.

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Representatives of the Organization of Professional Associations (OPA) of Sri Lanka met with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya today (08) at the Parliament premises.

During the discussion, the OPA representatives stated that the organization intends to establish a mechanism to provide direct professional advice to members of the public facing issues across various sectors. They also noted that OPA plans to implement special programmes to offer pre-advice and guidance through its member professional associations to people encountering issues in fields such as agriculture, construction, medicine, and law.

The Prime Minister commended the contribution made by professionals towards enhancing professional standa MORE >>

Admissions to Grade One in 2027 to be carried out under a new circular

Government focusing on limiting social media use by children under 16

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the Government has drawn attention to introducing measures to prohibit or restrict social media use by children under the age of 16 in Sri Lanka, and has taken action to prepare a new national programme to prevent child abuse and the admissions to Grade One in 2027 to be carried out under a new circular.

The Prime Minister made these remarks in Parliament today (08), while responding to questions raised by Members of Parliament Harshana Rajakaruna, Shanmugam Kugadasan, Ajantha Gammadda and Nilusha Lakmali G MORE >>

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the children of Sri Lanka are well capable of viewing the world with creativity and critical ways of thinking, and that the Government is committed to equipping them with the required knowledge and modern technologies necessary to realize their full potential.

The Prime Minister made these remarks while attending the opening of the ’Arumasiya’ Exhibition and the occasion of laying the foundation stone for a new three-storey building at Balangoda Vidyaloka Central College, on the 4th of July.

During the visit, the Prime Minister officially declared open the exhibition showcasing the students’ innovations and creative talents and commended them for their re MORE >>

The contribution of the Colombo Plan to Sri Lanka’s development journey is commendable

The 75th Anniversary Celebration of the Colombo Plan was held on 03 July at the Galle Face Hotel in Colombo under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya.

Delivering the keynote address, the Prime Minister stated that the Colombo Plan was established 75 years ago at a time when many Asian nations were embarking on the path to independence while confronting challenges of post-war reconstruction and economic development.

She noted that it is a matter of great pride for Sri Lanka that the organization bears the name ​“Colombo” and that the country continues to serve as its host.
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The Ambassador of Switzerland to Sri Lanka, H.E. Dr. Siri Walt, paid a farewell call on prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at Temple Trees on 03 July 2026.

Welcoming the Ambassador, the Prime Minister expressed appreciation for Dr. Walt’s valuable contribution to strengthening the longstanding friendship and cooperation between Sri Lanka and Switzerland during her tenure.

The discussions focused on further expanding cooperation between the two countries, particularly in the field of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET). Both sides explored opportunities to develop industry-oriented vocational training programmes that respond to evolving labour market demands and equip young people wi MORE >>

The Chairperson and Commissioners of the Independent National Women’s Commission of Sri Lanka met with the Hon. Prime Minister, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, at Temple Trees on 3 July.

During the meeting, the delegation briefed the Prime Minister on the progress made in implementing the Women’s Empowerment Act, No. 37 of 2024. They also highlighted that the National Women’s Commission is Sri Lanka’s first independent statutory body established to promote, protect, and advance women’s rights, while leading the implementation of the national agenda for women’s empowerment.

Addressing the meeting, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya commended the progress achieved by the Commission  MORE >>

It is the Government’s objective to deliver efficient and transparent Public Services

As part of the Government’s national programme to strengthen digitalization and make public services more efficient, transparent, and accessible, the official launch of the new payment facility enabling the public to make payments to government institutions via bank cards (through POS machines) was held on the 2nd July at the Thimbirigasyaya Divisional Secretariat under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya.

Accordingly, the Prime Minister ceremonially inaugurated POS machines installed at the Registrar’s Division on the ground floor and the Vehicle Revenue Licence Division on the fourth  MORE >>

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the Government is committed to building a Sri Lanka that respects the language rights of every citizen, safeguards equality, and transforms diversity into a national strength.

The Prime Minister made these remarks while addressing the closing ceremony of the Inter-School Debate Competition held in conjunction with the National Languages Week.

The closing ceremony of the Inter-School Debate Competition, organized by the Official Languages Commission to mark the School Day of National Languages Week, observed from 1 to 5 July, was held on the 2nd of July at the Lotus Hall of the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall in Colombo. The event was attende MORE >>

The National Institute of Health Sciences (NIHS), Kalutara, the premier national training institution for public health in Sri Lanka, today (01) officially inaugurated its historic Centenary Congress, commemorating 100 years of dedicated service to the nation (1926–2026).

The grand celebration, held at the NIHS Auditorium in Kalutara, marked a century of pioneering achievements that have contributed significantly to strengthening Sri Lanka’s public health system.

Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister described the Institute’s centenary as a landmark moment in Sri Lanka’s public health journey, recognizing a century of service in developing the country’s public health workforce a MORE >>

The representatives from the International Monitory Find (IMF) met with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya on the 30th of June at Temple Trees to review Sri Lanka’s economic progress and discuss the country’s priorities for the next phase of development.

Welcoming the IMF delegation, the Prime Minister expressed her appreciation for the continued support extended by the IMF to Sri Lanka over the past one and a half years emphasizing the importance of maintaining a constructive partnership ahead.

The Prime Minister noted that, amid growing global uncertainties, Sri Lanka must continuously recalibrate its direction to ensure sustainable progress. She highlighted the need to pay particular attention MORE >>