"I know that Sri Lanka continues to feel the weight of political and economic pressure. The pressure can be hard to bear. It can be destabilizing, isolating, and frightening, and I am here because I want every Sri Lankan to know that you are not alone. You are part of this special precious Commonwealth family, said the Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland addressing the Inaugural Lecture for Geopolitical Cartographers.
In line with the 75th National Independence Day celebration, the "LankaraLanka" cultural symphony which was held under 18 special cultural elements reflecting a combination of all dance, singing and musical elements, was held in a spectacular manner last night (03) at the Independence Square, Colombo.
HE Speech - Independence Day
Addressing the nation on the occasion of the 75th Anniversary of Independence, the President said that the basis and foundation for a strong new economy have already been formulated and the country is successfully completing the difficult stage required to get support from the IMF & expects to get their consent soon. He noted that strengthening the economy is not enough and that the entire system needs to be changed - PMD