On seeing reports in the media on 7 March 2013 on an incident of alleged firing at Indian fishermen by the Sri Lanka Navy off the Kodiakarai coast, an investigation has been carried out. It was revealed that Sri Lanka Naval vessels had not entered Indian waters at any time either on 6 or 7 March 2013, as alleged. It was further revealed that no Sri Lankan Naval craft had opened fire at any fishing vessel or any other object on 6 or 7 March 2013 in the area. Read More
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President Mahinda Rajapaksa’s condolence message on the demise of H.E. Hugo Chavez Frias, President of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela
His Excellency Nicolás Maduros Moros
Acting President of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela
Excellency,
I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing away of His Excellency Hugo Chavez Frias, President of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela after a prolonged illness. The Government and people of Sri Lanka join me in conveying our deepest condolences to you, members of the bereaved family and the Government and people of Venezuela. The late President was a true son of Venezuela and as the leader was deeply committed to the welfare and development of his country, and a strong advocate for the developing world.
Prof. G.L. Peiris, Minister of External Affairs, presided over a discussion with Dr. Mohan Kaul, Chairman of the Commonwealth Business Council
Professor G.L. Peiris, Minister of External Affairs, presided over a discussion at the Ministry on Wednesday with Dr. Mohan Kaul, Chairman of the Commonwealth Business Council, and with representatives of Chambers of C ...
Sri Lanka National Statement delivered at the High Level Segment of HRC 22
Mr President,
It is an honour and a pleasure to address this august Council today. On behalf of my delegation, let me felicitate you upon your assumption of the Presidency and offer our support to you in the discharge of your office during your tenure. As with your distinguished predecessors, we are confident of working together in ensuring that the objectives of the Council are met.
Prof. Peiris delivers a lecture at the University of Tel Aviv
Prof.G.L.Peiris, Minister of External Affairs, during his official visit to Israel last week, delivered a lecture at the University of Tel Aviv . Minister Peiris called on President Shimon Peres of the State of Israel a ...
Sri Lanka: the Most Potential Outbound Tourist Destination – Beijing Times
Sri Lanka was awarded the prestigious “Most Potential Outbound Tourist Destination Award” at the Jinhua Travel New Model Awards Ceremony organized by the Beijing Times on 27 February 2013 in Beijing.
Prime Minister Netanyahu offers Isrea’s Goodwill and Assistance to Sri Lanka
Professor G.L. Peiris, Minister of External Affairs, held discussions with Mr. Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of Israel, at the Prime Minister’s Office in Jerusalem on Wednesday.
Minister Peiris described to the Prime Minister Sri Lanka’s inherent strengths and resources, and the toll which three decades of terrorist activity had taken on the country’s development. Prime Minister Netanyahu said that the defeat of terrorism represented a singular achievement which lays the foundation for rapid development in the near future. Prof. Peiris briefed Prime Minister Netanyahu about the work currently being done in Sri Lanka with regard to economic progress and reconciliation, and the structured programme being implemented. He spoke of the challenges confronting Sri Lanka at the present time, and the need for the country to be afforded the space and opportunity to continue with its internal processes.
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