On the sidelines of the inaugural Global Conscious Food Systems Summit 2026, being held in Bhutan from 31 August to 4 September 2026, Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, in her capacity as Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, held a productive bilateral meeting with Yeezang De Thapa, Minister for Education and Skills Development of Bhutan, on 03 September 2026.

The discussions focused on further strengthening and expanding Sri Lanka-Bhutan cooperation in the education sector, with particular emphasis on developing mutually beneficial initiatives through enhanced Government-to-Government engagement.

Both sides underscored the importance of deepening institutional coo MORE >>

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya had an audience with His Majesty King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck at the Tashichhodzong in Thimphu on September 02, during her official visit to the Kingdom of Bhutan.

The cordial discussion focused on Bhutan’s future development priorities and opportunities for cooperation between the two countries.

His Majesty expressed Bhutan’s interest in drawing on Sri Lanka’s experiences and expertise in areas relevant to its development plans. The discussion also focused on promoting investment between the two countries, including the possibility of establishing an investment zone in Bhutan.

The two sides also exchanged views on demographic challen MORE >>

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya visited the Jigme Singye Wangchuck School of Law (JSW Law) on 02 September 2026 during her official visit to the Kingdom of Bhutan.

The visit provided an opportunity to learn about the School’s work in legal education, justice innovation and the development of legal professionals, while exchanging views on the legal systems and judicial traditions of Sri Lanka and Bhutan.

Discussions focused on opportunities to strengthen cooperation and knowledge-sharing in the field of legal education, including academic exchanges, research collaboration and the sharing of experiences and best practices in legal and judicial education.

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The Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, who is visiting Bhutan to participate as the Keynote Speaker at the inaugural Global Conscious Food Systems Summit 2026, held a bilateral meeting with H.E. Dasho Tshering Tobgay, Prime Minister of Bhutan, on 01 September 2026 in Thimphu.

The meeting focused on further strengthening the longstanding, close and friendly bilateral partnership between Sri Lanka and Bhutan and elevating cooperation between the two countries. The two leaders exchanged views on a wide range of areas of mutual interest, including education, health, trade, tourism, air-connectivity, and people-to-people contacts.

Both sides exchanged views on strengthening cooperation in addressing the impacts MORE >>

On the sidelines of the inaugural Global Conscious Food Systems Summit 2026, held on 01 September 2026 in Bhutan, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, held a meeting with Mr. Andrew Bovarnick, UNDP Global Head of Food and Agricultural Commodity Systems Practice. The discussions focused on opportunities for further UNDP support to Sri Lanka, particularly through technology and knowledge transfer to enhance agricultural productivity, strengthen food security and promote sustainable and resilient food systems.

Following this meeting, the Prime Minister also met with Mr. Ban Ki-moon, former Secretary-General of the United Nations (2007–2016), Founder and Board Member of the Ban Ki-moon Foundation, and former President of t MORE >>

Prime Minister Brings Sri Lanka’s Ancient Wisdom on Sustainable Food Systems to the Global Stage in Bhutan

The Prime Minister, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, delivered the keynote address at the inaugural Global Conscious Food Systems Summit 2026, held on 01 September 2026 at Dungkar Dzong, Bhutan. She addressed the Summit under the theme “Rising to the Moment: Igniting Consciousness to Address the Polycrisis.”

The Global Conscious Food Systems Summit 2026 is the inaugural global summit dedicated to exploring the role of consciousness, values, culture, spirituality and inner transformation in advancing sustainable, equitable and regenerative food systems. The Summit is jointly hosted by the Royal Government MORE >>

Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Hon. Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, arrived at Paro International Airport today, 31 August 2026, to participate in the inaugural Global Conscious Food Systems Summit, being held in Bhutan from 31 August to 04 September 2026.

The Global Conscious Food Systems Summit 2026 is the inaugural global summit dedicated to exploring the role of consciousness, values, culture, spirituality and inner transformation in advancing sustainable, equitable and regenerative food systems. The Summit is jointly hosted by the Royal Government of Bhutan, the Conscious Food Systems Alliance (CoFSA) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), under the theme “Activating the Heart of Food Systems Transformation.”
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Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya departed Sri Lanka on Monday, 31 August, to undertake an official visit to Bhutan to participate in the Global Conscious Food Systems Summit, scheduled to be held in Bhutan.

During her visit, Prime Minister Amarasuriya is scheduled to participate in the opening plenary of the Summit on 1 September, where she will deliver a keynote address under the theme “Rising to the Moment: Igniting Consciousness to Address the Polycrisis.”

The Prime Minister will also engage in discussions with international leaders and representatives on strengthening cooperation towards sustainable food systems, food security and resilient communities.

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The book “Rathuwewi Mihimadala”, written based on the life story of Mr. Vasudeva Nanayakkara, Leader of the Democratic Left Front, was launched on August 28 at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) in Colombo, with the participation of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya.

Speaking to the media afterwards about Mr. Vasudeva Nanayakkara, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated:

“Vasudeva Nanayakkara is a prominent figure in Sri Lankan politics, particularly within the left-wing political movement. There were several influential figures within the left movement, and that left-wing influence also contributed to bringing the country to where it is today. Politically, there were MORE >>

I am pleased to extend my greetings on the occasion of Milad-un-Nabi, commemorating the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad, a noble celebration observed with devotion and reverence by the Muslim community in Sri Lanka and across the world.

The noble message of peace, equality, compassion, and mutual respect embodied in the teachings of the Holy Prophet Muhammad continues to inspire humanity. At a time when the world continues to face political, economic, and humanitarian crises, and when innocent lives are being lost and countless people continue to suffer due to devastating armed conflicts, I believe that his teachings are more relevant today than ever before.

In particular, the most profound lesson that conte MORE >>

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that, given their particular vulnerability children with disabilities require protection, and stressed the need to foster social awareness to protect them from negative social influences while promoting their physical and mental well-being. She emphasized the need to implement awareness programmes for parents, teachers and other members of society towards this end.

The Prime Minister made these remarks on August 25 while visiting and observing the National Institute of Special and Inclusive Education – Shishyodaya, located in Veniwelkola.

The purpose of the Prime Minister’s visit was to observe the institutional structure and gain an understanding of the are MORE >>

Representatives of the World Food Programme (WFP) met with the Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, on 24 August at Temple Trees.

During the meeting, the WFP representatives expressed their readiness to continue their partnership with the Government of Sri Lanka and reaffirmed their commitment to supporting government efforts to strengthen school nutrition programmes.

The WFP representatives noted the positive changes already taking place and expressed their interest in working closely with the Government and relevant stakeholders to further strengthen and advance nutrition interventions within the school system.

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Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya participated as the Chief Guest at the opening ceremony of the Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors (PAQS) Congress 2026, held in Colombo on 24 August.

Hosted by the Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka (IQSSL), the PAQS Congress 2026 is being held from 21 to 25 August under the theme “Constructing the Evolution: Unleashing Human Intelligence.” The congress brings together global thought leaders, professionals, academics, policymakers, innovators and industry partners to explore the future of the built environment in an increasingly technology-driven world.

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya officially declared the PAQS Congress 2026 open.

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වර්තමාන තරගකාරි සමාජය තුළ සහකම්පනය, සංයමය, සත්‍යගරුක බව සහ ආත්ම දමනය පෙරදැරි කරගෙන කටයුතු කිරීමේ වැදගත්කම වෙනදාටත් වඩා අද තදින්ම දැනෙමින් පවතින බවත්, ගිහි ජනතාව පංචශීලයේ පිහිටුවමින් වෛරයෙන් හා ක්‍රෝධයෙන් තොර අධ්‍යාත්මිකව පිරිපුන් ප්‍රජාවක් නිර්මාණය කිරීමේ විශාල වගකීමක් මහා සංඝර MORE >>

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya participated today (23) in a special& blessing ceremony held in conjunction with the annual festival of the historic Munneswaram Sivan Temple in Chilaw.

The annual festival of the historic Munneswaram Temple, located in the Puttalam District of the North Western Province, is celebrated over a period of four weeks during August and September, centred around the Nikini month.

In addition to the ceremonial hoisting of the Kap, Ganesh Puja and special daily religious observances, the festival also features the traditional fire-walking ceremony. A large number of devotees from across the country, representing Hindu, Buddhist, Catholic and Islamic faiths, participate in the festi MORE >>

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the policy of the Government is to ensure equal rights and equal opportunities for all, without leaving any citizen behind.

The Prime Minister made these remarks while participating in the “Sarasavi Dhiriyo Abhiman” programme, organized by the President’s Fund to recognize university students with disabilities, held on 22 August at the auditorium of the Jaffna District Secretariat.

At the event, the Prime Minister presented certificates of recognition and financial grants of Rs. 100,000 each to 75 university students with disabilities studying at universities in the Northern Province.

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I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Dr. Nanda Malini, who was revered as the golden voice of Sri Lankan music and who enriched the music and cultural landscape of our country through her unparalleled vocal artistry for nearly eight decades.

As an admirer who grew up listening to Dr. Nanda Malini’s songs, with those songs accompanying me through various moments of my life, her passing feels to me as more than simply the loss of an unparalleled artistic personality in Sri Lankan music. It feels like the departure of a familiar voice that was close to our lives, intertwined with our memories, and presented with us in both moments of joy and sorrow. Her songs were deeply woven into the life experiences of our gener MORE >>

The Ambassador of the European Union to Sri Lanka, H. E. Carmen Moreno, paid a farewell call on Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at Parliament on 20 August.

Welcoming the Ambassador, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya expressed her appreciation for the support extended by the European Union to Sri Lanka, particularly during the country’s recent challenges. She noted that the EU’s continued engagement and support have been a source of strength, and appreciated its openness to dialogue and constructive engagement. The Prime Minister particularly expressed appreciation for the EU’s support extended during the Cyclone Ditwah disaster and the subsequent recovery efforts.

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