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SL lost $6.9mn in a Fertilizer Scandal

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) —Sri Lanka lost $6.9 million in bio-fertilizer after a Chinese company rejected a stock in 2021. The country paid $6.9 million as compensation to China's Qingdao Seawin Biotech Group Ltd after plant quarantine authorities rejected the stock. The Auditor General's report, submitted to the Committee on Public Enterprises…

ByadminNovember 6, 20230Comments

Foreign Affairs Sri lanka News

China Willing to Help SL without Political Conditions

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) —China is willing to provide assistance to Sri Lanka without political conditions and increase its exports, according to President Xi Jinping during a bilateral meeting in Beijing. The two sides have agreed to strengthen coordination on international and regional affairs. President Ranil Wickremesinghe arrived in Beijing to attend…

ByadminOctober 20, 20230Comments

Job Opportunities for Seafarers in China

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) — Chinese shipping company Far Shipping has agreed to provide employment opportunities to trained seafarers from Sri Lanka. The move was confirmed by Ports, Shipping and Aviation Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva. Managing Director Yu Yong Jun expressed the company's interest in employing young Sri Lankan sailors, who…

ByadminSeptember 4, 20230Comments

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China to help Sri Lanka address Challenges of Financial Debt

Wang Yi, director of the Office of the Central Commission for Foreign Affairs, vowed that China will help Sri Lanka effectively address the challenges of financial debt on Wednesday. Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Foreign Minister, made the remarks during a meeting…

ByadminAugust 17, 20230Comments

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Prime Minister departs for China on Official Visit

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) — Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena left Colombo yesterday, August 14 on a four-day official visit of China. He is scheduled to be the Chief Guest at the 7th China-South Asia Expo and 27th China Kunming Import & Export Exhibition in Kunming, China. The Expo, hosted by the…

ByadminAugust 15, 20230Comments

Defence Secretary Expresses Gratitude for China’s Unwavering Friendship and Support

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) - Defence Secretary, General (Rtd.) Kamal Gunaratne, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to China for being a reliable and steadfast friend to his country. He praised China for standing by Sri Lanka's side during international challenges, providing understanding and support. Gen. Gunaratne highlighted the strong diplomatic ties between…

ByadminJuly 26, 20230Comments

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Rupavahini signs license agreement with China’s National Radio and Television Administration

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) — The Cabinet of Ministers approved a proposal to sign a license agreement for television program exchange between China's National Radio and Television Administration and Sri Lanka's Ripuvanhini Corporation. The goal is to strengthen mutual understanding, friendship, and cooperation between the two parties.

ByadminJuly 25, 20230Comments

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Chinese Ambassador Commends Sri Lanka’s Progress in Overcoming Economic Crisis

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News cutter) — Chinese Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Qi Zhenhong, praised Sri Lanka for the remarkable progress made in overcoming the economic crisis during the first year of the new government. During his visit to Temple Trees, Ambassador Zhenhong congratulated Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena for this achievement. The Prime Minister expressed…

ByadminJuly 21, 20230Comments

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US Treasury Secretary hopes debt treatments for Sri Lanka could be finalised quickly

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said on Sunday she was "eager" to work with China on areas of mutual interest, including debt restructurings for poorer countries, and that multilateral development banks needed reforms before capital increases could be considered. At a press conference before a meeting of Group of 20 finance ministers and central bankers…

ByadminJuly 17, 20230Comments

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China marks 3rd top tourist market source in SL

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) —The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) reported a significant increase in Chinese tourists visiting Sri Lanka between July 1-11, with 2,893 being Chinese tourists. China is now the third-largest contributor to tourist traffic in Sri Lanka, with targeted promotional efforts to cater to the growing demand. The…

ByadminJuly 13, 20230Comments

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SL lost $6.9mn in a Fertilizer Scandal

China Willing to Help SL without Political Conditions

Job Opportunities for Seafarers in China

China to help Sri Lanka address Challenges of Financial Debt

Prime Minister departs for China on Official Visit

Defence Secretary Expresses Gratitude for China’s Unwavering Friendship and Support

Rupavahini signs license agreement with China’s National Radio and Television Administration

Chinese Ambassador Commends Sri Lanka’s Progress in Overcoming Economic Crisis

US Treasury Secretary hopes debt treatments for Sri Lanka could be finalised quickly

China marks 3rd top tourist market source in SL

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