Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya held two high-level diplomatic meetings on May 27, at Temple Trees, engaging with visiting dignitaries from the Vatican and New Zealand.

The Prime Minister received His Excellency Monsignor Brian Udaigwe, Ambassador of the Vatican (Apostolic Nuncio) to Sri Lanka, for a farewell call marking the conclusion of his tenure in the country. The Prime Minister expressed her appreciation for Ambassador Udaigwe’s dedicated service and his significant contributions toward strengthening relations between Sri Lanka and the Holy See. She highlighted the importance of 2025 as the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two states and commended the Ambassador’s efforts in foster MORE >>

Principals should take necessary action as soon as such incidents are reported.

Prime Minister and the Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya states that there is an increase in violence faced by children in schools, that violence against school children should not be allowed to occur, and that principals should take necessary immediate action as soon as such incidents are reported.

The Prime Minister emphasized this at a programme held at the Ministry of Education on 27.05.2025 to inform principals in the Colombo District on this matter.

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya pointed out that children are a fundamental responsibility of a Governme MORE >>

The Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that many women silently endure pain and distress due to the societal stigma about menstruation, which is a completely natural biological process and emphasized the need to address this matter to protect women from this situation.

The Prime Minister made these remarks while addressing the “Period Proud 2025” conference held today at the Galle Face Hotel in Colombo under the project titled “Collective Action Against Period Poverty (CAAPP).”

Addressing the event, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya further stated that

menstruation should not be something women to be ashamed of as it is a natural biological process and emphasized that the menstrual health  MORE >>

I am deeply saddened by the passing of Ms. Malini Fonseka, the queen of Sri Lankan cinema, whose extraordinary talent and enduring contributions greatly enriched the national cinematic industry.

She graced her acting with more than a hundred renowned films including Nidhanaya, Siripala and Ranmenika, Bambaru Avith, Aradhana, and Hingana Kolla, leaving an indelible mark with her exceptional performances, and her remarkable artistry was honored by the Special Jury Award at the Moscow International Film Festival as well as numerous Sarasaviya Awards.

The unforgettable characters she brought to life and the commitment she demonstrated in contributing to a refined art form like cinema stand as a real-life testament  MORE >>

Offer your service with compassion.

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the government is taking necessary actions to enhance the facilities and professional standard within the healthcare sector, and that expecting a compassionate discharge of duties from the nurses and midwives.

Prime Minister made these remarks while addressing a ceremony held today (24) at Temple Trees to deliver the officially appointments to 3,147 nurses in the health sector.

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

I extend my best wishes to all those who embark on a new journey in life joining the public service as nurses today. Among the many professions in the worl MORE >>

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the government has no intention of acquiring the lands owned by the people of the Northern and Eastern provinces and that the aim of the government is to promptly return land ownership to those who rightfully own them.

The prime Minister made these remarks while addressing a discussion held today (23) in the Committee Room No. 1 of Parliament in regards to resolving the issues related to land ownership faced by the people of the Northern and Eastern provinces.

Members of Parliament representing the North and East pointed out that there is a prevailing suspicion among the public due to the procedures followed by previous governments in clarifying land ownership i MORE >>

The Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, held a meeting on 22nd of May at the Parliament with H.E. Ms. Julie J. Chung, U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka, and Ms. Maureen Hsia, Acting Mission Director and Programme Office Director for USAID Sri Lanka and Maldives. The courtesy call focused on the evolving framework of U.S. foreign assistance to Sri Lanka and potential avenues for sustained cooperation.

The delegation briefed the Prime Minister on the recent three-month moratorium imposed on all foreign assistance by the United States, pending a comprehensive review by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Discussions centered on the implications of this decision, particularly its potential impact on key development i MORE >>

The Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Hon. Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, met today with Mr. Marc-André Franche, United Nations Resident Coordinator in Sri Lanka, at the Parliament, to reaffirm and enhance the ongoing partnership between the Government of Sri Lanka and the United Nations system.

During the meeting, Mr. Franche reiterated the UN’s continued commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s priorities in areas such as social protection, healthcare, and reconciliation. Mr. Franche also briefed the Prime Minister on the upcoming official visit of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, scheduled for June 2025.

Prime Minister Amarasuriya emphasized the necessity of crafting a reconciliation proc MORE >>

Sri Lankan tea, known for generations as ’Ceylon Tea’ carries behind it a heritage and a success story like no other.

The Prime Minister made these remarks while attending the International Tea Day, Tea for Harmony: Yaji 2025 China-Sri Lanka Cultural Gala event held 21st May at Marino Beach hotel in Colombo.

This event organized by China Cultural Centre in Sri Lanka, Department of Cultural and Tourism of XiZang Autonomous region - China, Ministry of culture and tourism -China and Embassy of China in Sri Lanka.

Addressing the event, the Prime Minister further stated,

“It is a great pleasure to address you at the Tea for Harmony: Yaji 2025 China–Sri Lanka Cultural MORE >>

The Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the government is committed to safeguarding religious and cultural heritage.

The Prime Minister made these remarks while attending a ceremony of donating tablet computers containing electronic versions of the Tripitaka and printed Tripitaka texts to 60 university Bhikkhus organized by the Buddha Sravaka Caring Centre in Padukka under the concept of Venerable Kurupita Dhammananda Thero today (21) at the premises of Temple Trees.

During the occasion, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya presented the tablets with the electronic Tripitaka to the Maha Sangha.

Addressing the event, the Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya further stated:
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There is a shortage of 40,000 Teachers Island wide.

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that there is currently a shortage of 40,000 teachers across the country, and that the government expects to recruit a certain number of the required vacancies by the end of this year.

The Prime Minister made these remarks in Parliament today (21), while responding to a question raised by the member of the opposition, Mujibur Rahuman.

The Prime Minister further stated:

There are currently 4,240 teacher vacancies in the Sinhala medium and 2,827 in the Tamil medium for Grades 1 to 5 in government schools. The number of vacancies form Grades 6 to 11 reported 11,274 in the Sinhala medium an MORE >>

The Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the recruitment of trainee teachers has been carried out in accordance with the prevailing system, and some issues have arisen due to the shortcomings of the existing system that are now being addressed.

The Prime Minister made these remarks in Parliament today (20) while responding to a question raised by the Opposition.

The Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya further stated:

The decisions to recruit the trainee teachers are made by the existing vacancies of teachers due to retirement of current teachers and the differences in subject curriculum in remote areas, thereby carefully calculating the teacher vacancies based on subject requireme MORE >>

ශ්‍රී ලංකා ගුවන්විදුලි සංස්ථාවේ දමිළ අංශයේ නියෝජ්‍ය අධ්‍යක්ෂක ජනරාල් ලෙසත්, ශ්‍රී ලංකා රූපවාහිනී සංසථාවේ දමිළ පුවත් ඉදිරිපත් කරන්නෙකු ලෙසත් කටයුතු කළ ජෙෂ්ඨ මාධ්‍යවේදී වී. එන්. මදිඅලහන් මහතා විසින් රචිත "වී.එන්. මදිඅලහන් කියන පුවත්" සහ "දමිළ විකාශනයේ ස්වර්ණමය යුගයේ සටහන්" නැමති දමිළ  MORE >>

Newly appointed High Commissioners, Ambassadors, and Consuls designated to represent Sri Lanka paid a courtesy call on the Prime Minister, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya on May 19 at the Prime Minister’s Office.

Those scheduled to assume their diplomatic duties abroad include P. M. Kolonne for India, former Justice to Supreme Court Jayanta Jayasuriya for New York, R. M. Mahindadasa Ratnayake for Cuba, Rear Admiral (Retired) Fred Senewiratne for Pakistan, Professor P. Janaka Kumarasinghe for Japan, Professor Arusha Kure for United Arab Emirates, and S. D. N. U. Senadhira for United Kingdom.

During the meeting, the diplomats apprised the Prime Minister of the key priorities and areas of engagement they intend to pu MORE >>

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya attended the finale of the inter-school knockout rugby tournament for the President’s Trophy between Isipathana College, Colombo and Trinity College, Kandy, held today (18 May) at the Royal College Sports Complex in Colombo.

Isipathana College, which holds the record for the highest number of President’s Trophy championship, successfully qualified for the final after defeating Royal College, Colombo with a score of 24–17 in the semi-finals held last week recording the 29th appearance in the finals, and once again secured the victory in this year’s championship.

The event was attended by Additional Secretary to the Ministry of Education, Amal Edirisuriya, MORE >>

In line with the Vesak full moon Poya day, the annual Police Bhakti Gee programme titled “Honoring the Virtues Companionship” organized by the Sri Lanka Police Buddhist and Religious Affairs Association was held on May 17 at the Police Headquarters under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya.

Music for the Vesak Bhakti Gee recital was provided by the Western Band of Sri Lanka Police, along with the vocal contribution by several renowned vocal artists from across the country and police officers.

The event was attended by the High Commissioners of India and Nepal, the Deputy Ambassador of Japan, Minister of Public Security, Ananda Wijepala; Governor to the Western Province, Haniff Yusuf; Acti MORE >>

Her Excellency. (Ms.) Nina P. Cainglet, Ambassador of the Philippines to Sri Lanka based in Dhaka, paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at the Prime Minister’s Office on May 16, 2025.

The Prime Minister welcomed Ambassador Cainglet and extended her congratulations on the new appointment. The discussion focused on expanding cooperation in trade and tourism, with both sides expressing their commitment to exploring new opportunities in these key sectors. The meeting also addressed consular matters relating to the Filipino community in Sri Lanka. In this regard, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs assured continued dialogue and necessary support on relevant issues.

The meeting was attende MORE >>

Her Excellency (Ms.) Rath Many, Ambassador of Cambodia to Sri Lanka based in New Delhi, paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at the Prime Minister’s Office on May 16.

The Prime Minister welcomed Ambassador Rath Many and extended her best wishes for a successful tenure. Ambassador Rath Many proposed a bilateral agreement to establish direct air connectivity between the two countries, highlighting its potential to strengthen trade, tourism, and people-to-people ties. The Prime Minister emphasized Sri Lanka’s interest in promoting itself as a preferred destination for Cambodian travelers while exploring avenues to expand bilateral trade and tourism partnerships.

The meeting was MORE >>