With the new education reforms, every child will have access to either employment or higher education after leaving school.

Minister of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya

Minister of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education, Prime Minister and, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, emphasized that the selection of underprivileged schools for development should be made with the approval of the District Development Committee and not based on favoritism and further stated that the new education reforms would ensure that all children will have the opportunity to either pursue employment or continue higher education after leaving school.

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Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the current perspective on education is extremely narrow and that the practice of evaluating education solely based on exam results is flawed and in need of change.

The Prime Minister made these remarks while attending the “Pankaja Student Summit 2025” of the Polonnaruwa District, held on July 13 at Royal Central College, Polonnaruwa aiming for the development of virtues among children by fostering the fundamental aspects of higher education.

Prime Minister Dr. Amarasuriya attended the event as Minister of Education, in response to an invitation from Praveen Maneesha Watthegama, the student Prime Minister representing Royal Central College in the National S MORE >>

Resolve the Principal issues in the North Central Province Within next three months.

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya emphasized that, in implementing the new education reform, proper and timely principal transfers must be ensured to provide children with quality education and the importance of maintaining proper coordination between provincial councils and the central government.

The Prime Minister made these remarks today (12th) at the North Central Provincial Council during the first awareness session of a series of discussions aimed at informing educational and administrative authorities at provincial, zonal, and divisional levels about the new education reforms to be implemented in 2026.

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The official handover of the Sri Sobitha Nahimigama housing project to its beneficiaries took place on July 12 at Oyamadua, Elpathagama in the Anuradhapura District, with the participation of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya.

During the event, 115 houses under the project were handed over to the public and the housing project was implemented with the support of the Commemoration Foundation of the Most Venerable Maduluwawe Sobitha Thero, the current government, and the Government of India.

During the ceremony, the Prime Minister unveiled the commemorative plaque and symbolically handed over the keys to three selected housing recipients. The Prime Minister also planted a sapling within the temple grounds. MORE >>

A meeting between the Global Development Chair including the delegation of the American Gates Foundation and the Prime Minister was held on 11th of July at the Parliament.

During the meeting, Dr. Chris Elias, Global Development Chair of the Gates Foundation, mentioned that this was his first visit to Sri Lanka and expressed his gratitude for the invitation extended to participate in this important discussion at the Parliament.

Dr. Chris Elias also stated that the Gates Foundation is willing to collaborate with Sri Lanka and highlighted areas where support could be extended, including improving the nutritional needs of children and women in the country, and the use of new digital tools to uplift the agricultura MORE >>

The first awareness programme on the proposed education reforms, scheduled to be implemented from the year 2026, was held on July 11 at the Parliament under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya.

During the session, Members of Parliament were briefed on key aspects including the objectives and goals of the new reforms, the guiding principles behind the reforms, the main pillars of the reformed education system, curriculum revisions, implementation procedures, and teacher training.

Clarifications were also provided on how the new education reforms will be implemented and monitored by the Ministry of Education, the National Institute of Education, and the National Education Commission.
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Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya participated as the Chief Guest at the inauguration ceremony of the international conference titled “Nourishing South Asia” on 9th of July which being held from July 9 to 11 at the Cinnamon Lakeside, Colombo, with the aim of reducing anemia among young women and children in South Asia

Addressing the event, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated:

First of all, I would like to extend my sincere thanks to the organizing committee for inviting me to a conference of such regional significance. The goal of this conference is ’to build a South Asia where no adolescent girl or woman suffers from preventable anemia, and to remain committed to that cause.’ In o MORE >>

Let us all strive to create a space where language does not create dividing, but rather a medium that unites all individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya emphasized that following the policy statement “A Prosperous Country – A Beautiful Life”, national policies must be implemented in such a way that every citizen can access essential services in their respective mother tongues as well as in sign language.

The Prime Minister made these remarks while participating in the closing ceremony of the National Languages Week "Path to Reconciliation", organized by the Ministry of Justice and National Integration, held at the Sri Lanka Foundation on 07th of July.

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The Minister of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, stated that when developing school infrastructure under the new education reforms, it is necessary to allocate higher financial support to schools in underprivileged areas in order to ensure their improvement.

The Prime Minister made these remarks during a discussion held to brief the governors and provincial secretaries on the support expected at the provincial and regional levels within the new education reforms on July 5 at the Temple Trees.

Addressing the event, the Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya further stated:

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Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated, "Let’s also remember that healthcare is not just a service. It is a social necessity. And good regulation, like good governance, is ultimately about protecting and promoting that social necessity."

The Prime Minister made this remark while addressing the Centenary Celebration of the Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC) held on 5th July at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) in Colombo.

In alignment with the 100-year celebration, a commemorative stamp was officially released during the ceremony.

Addressing the event, the Prime Minister further stated:

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Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the National Photographic Art Society of Sri Lanka is a distinguished institution that has created professional opportunities both locally and internationally for the youth of Sri Lanka.

The Prime Minister made this remark while participating in the 75th Anniversary of the National Photographic Art Society of Sri Lanka and the 21st International Photography Exhibition, held today (05) at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) in Colombo.

During the event, international honorary titles were awarded to outstanding individuals in the field of photography.

Addressing the event, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated:
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The Minister of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education, emphasized that vocational education and Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that an adequate attention is not drawn towards vocational education, but moving forward, necessary action will be taken to position it as a decisive subject in the country.

The Prime Minister made these remarks while participating in the inaugural ceremony of the "Shrama Meheyuma" programme launched today (July 4) at the Gampaha Technical College, centering vocational training institutions across the island with the aim of establishing a well-structured and attractive institutional system.

Addressing the event, the Prime Minister further stated:
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A high-level delegation of Chief Executive Officers from the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) met with the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, at the Parliament of Sri Lanka on June 30.

The Prime Minister conveyed her appreciation for the continued partnership between India and Sri Lanka, particularly in advancing the country’s ongoing economic recovery and development.

The Indian delegation reaffirmed the robust and evolving economic relationship between the two countries, noting the positive momentum generated by the recent state visit of the President of Sri Lanka to India. Discussions focused on expanding trade and investment opportunities across key sectors such as technology, MORE >>

Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, arrived in Canada on June 24, 2025, to attend the Meeting of the Commonwealth of Learning (COL) Board of Governors in Vancouver.

Upon her arrival, she was warmly received by senior officials from the Government of the Province of British Columbia, the Commonwealth of Learning, and the Sri Lanka High Commission in Ottawa, in coordination with and facilitated by Global Affairs Canada.

Prime Minister Dr. Amarasuriya graced the special community event titled “An Evening with Dr. Harini Amarasuriya” in Surrey, British Columbia. The event offered a unique opportunity for the religious leaders and members of the Sri Lankan origin community to interact with  MORE >>

The Minister of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya departed for Canada this early morning (24) to participate in the Commonwealth of Learning (COL) Board of Governors as the representative of the South Asian region.

The Commonwealth of Learning (COL) Board of Governors will be held from June 24 to 26 in Vancouver, Canada.

The summit will primarily focus on key sectors of education and training of children and women, higher education, teacher education, lifelong learning, and the integration of digital technology to enhance active learning.

Discussions will also focus on the topics of investing in innovation and research, supporting the dig MORE >>

Mr. Volker Türk, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, held a meeting with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, at the Prime Minister’s Office on 23 June.

Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya welcomed the High Commissioner and reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to working constructively with the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR). She noted that the recent political transition marks a significant shift in Sri Lanka’s political culture, rooted in a historic mandate received from all communities.

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Ms. Frances Adamson AC, Governor of South Australia, paid a courtesy call on the Honourable Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, on 22 June at the Prime Minister’s Office.

Welcoming the Governor, the Prime Minister recalled the longstanding friendship and cooperation between Sri Lanka and Australia, particularly in the sphere of education. Discussions focused on strengthening bilateral collaboration with an emphasis on education reform, vocational training, and institutional partnerships.

During the meeting, the Prime Minister briefed the delegation on the Government’s priority to deliver outcomes that address the immediate needs of the people in light of the recent economic and poli MORE >>

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya emphasized that the goal of participating in sports should not be solely about victory, but the values of unity and the positive attributes that we can receive from the sports.

The Prime Minister made these remarks while participating in the closing ceremony of the 50th Annual Inter-School Swimming Championship, organized by the Schools’ Aquatic Sports Association, held on June 22 at the Sugathadasa Stadium.

The Prime Minister made these remarks while participating in the closing ceremony of the 50th Annual Inter-School Swimming Championship, organized by the Schools’ Aquatic Sports Association, held on June 22 at the Sugathadasa Stadium.

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