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Sri Lanka court allows former finance minister Basil Rajapaksa to travel overseas

Sri Lanka court allows former finance minister Basil Rajapaksa to travel overseas

Court allows Basil Rajapaksa to travel overseas upon a request made by his counsel seeking permission to go for medical check-ups.
Fri Sep 02 2022
EXCLUSIVE - Japan seeks to organise Sri Lanka creditors' meeting on debt crisis - Sources

EXCLUSIVE - Japan seeks to organise Sri Lanka creditors' meeting on debt crisis - Sources

Tokyo is open to hosting talks among all the creditor nations aimed at lifting Colombo from its worst debt crisis since independence.
Fri Aug 26 2022
Sri Lanka will not extend emergency as protests tail off

Sri Lanka will not extend emergency as protests tail off

Wickremesinghe's office cited the president as saying at an event in the main city of Colombo that the emergency would lapse this week.
Wed Aug 17 2022
The high price of a Sri Lankan family's bid to flee crisis

The high price of a Sri Lankan family's bid to flee crisis

Hundreds of Sri Lankans have attempted to escape an unprecedented economic meltdown by boarding fishing boats bound for Australia.
Thu Aug 11 2022
Sri Lanka to restrict fuel imports for next 12 months

Sri Lanka to restrict fuel imports for next 12 months

Due to Forex issues, fuel imports has to be restricted in the next 12 months, Kanchana Wijesekera said.
Tue Jul 26 2022
Sri Lanka's new president says non-violent protests can continue after crackdown

Sri Lanka's new president says non-violent protests can continue after crackdown

Ranil Wickremesinghe has reaffirmed Sri Lanka's commitment to upholding the rights of peaceful, non-violent assembly, his office said.
Mon Jul 25 2022
Dinesh Gunawardena sworn in as Sri Lanka's new PM

Dinesh Gunawardena sworn in as Sri Lanka's new PM

The event came just hours after security forces raided a protest camp on government grounds in the main city of Colombo.
Fri Jul 22 2022
Wickremesinghe wins parliamentary vote to be Sri Lanka's new president

Wickremesinghe wins parliamentary vote to be Sri Lanka's new president

Sri Lanka's acting President Ranil Wickremesinghe will be the country's next president until 2024.
Wed Jul 20 2022
Sri Lanka's Rajapaksa quits; 'We are the real power' says protester

Sri Lanka's Rajapaksa quits; 'We are the real power' says protester

Hundreds of thousands of people took over government buildings in Colombo, blaming the Rajapaksa family and allies for runaway inflation.
Fri Jul 15 2022
Sri Lanka awaits president's resignation after flight

Sri Lanka awaits president's resignation after flight

Sri Lanka's parliament is expected to name a new full-time president next week.
Thu Jul 14 2022
Sri Lanka PM declares state of emergency, curfew - Spokesman

Sri Lanka PM declares state of emergency, curfew - Spokesman

Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has declared a state of emergency in his role as the acting president.
Wed Jul 13 2022
Swimming in the president's pool - palaces and power in times of crisis

Swimming in the president's pool - palaces and power in times of crisis

Global precedents underscore how palace occupations have coincided with major shifts in global history.
Wed Jul 13 2022
Sri Lanka protesters vow will not let up until president, PM quit

Sri Lanka protesters vow will not let up until president, PM quit

ajapaksa will quit on July 13, while PM Ranil Wickremesinghe also said he would step down to allow an all-party interim govt to take over.
Mon Jul 11 2022
Malaysians advised to defer non-essential travel to Sri Lanka

Malaysians advised to defer non-essential travel to Sri Lanka

The ministry also called on other Malaysians currently in Sri Lanka but have yet to register with the High Commission to immediately do so.
Mon Jul 11 2022
Cash-starved Sri Lanka to end fuel duopoly to ease fuel shortages

Cash-starved Sri Lanka to end fuel duopoly to ease fuel shortages

The Cabinet also allowed bunkering companies already registered with the government to import jet fuel.
Tue Jun 28 2022
Washington, DC officials identify 66 of 67 victims of midair collision

Washington, DC officials identify 66 of 67 victims of midair collision

Work continues by the US Army Corps of Engineers to remove the airplane wreckage from the Potomac River.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Government to further strengthen ASEAN's readiness in finalising DEFA

Government to further strengthen ASEAN's readiness in finalising DEFA

Malaysia is focusing on two main approaches to facilitate the DEFA negotiation, says Liew Chin Tong.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Trade war will not hinder Malaysia’s GDP growth for 2025 - Rafizi

Trade war will not hinder Malaysia’s GDP growth for 2025 - Rafizi

The finance ministry has projected Malaysia's GDP to grow between 4.5 and 5.5 per cent in 2025.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Trump administration considers adding Shein, Temu to 'forced labor' list, Semafor reports

Trump administration considers adding Shein, Temu to 'forced labor' list, Semafor reports

The move comes after China imposes targeted tariffs on US imports and warnings of possible sanctions against firms like Google.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Thailand to cut power to Myanmar border areas linked to scam centres

Thailand to cut power to Myanmar border areas linked to scam centres

Evidence shows transnational crime syndicates in Myanmar's Tachileik, Myawaddy, Payathonzu, that are possible power cut targets.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Trump reimposes 'maximum pressure' on Iran, aims to drive oil exports to zero

Trump reimposes 'maximum pressure' on Iran, aims to drive oil exports to zero

Trump signs the presidential memorandum reimposing Washington's tough policy on Iran that was practiced throughout his first term.
Wed Feb 05 2025
FACTBOX: Trump proposes US takeover of Gaza

FACTBOX: Trump proposes US takeover of Gaza

Here are some remarks that US President Donald Trump made and questions that he answered during a press conference.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Singapore passes law against foreign interference in race-based organisations

Singapore passes law against foreign interference in race-based organisations

Under the Racial Harmony Bill, race-based groups must disclose foreign and anonymous donations, affiliations, and leadership.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Malaysia, Uzbekistan agree to elevate ties to strategic partnership

Malaysia, Uzbekistan agree to elevate ties to strategic partnership

Malaysia and Uzbekistan noted active cooperation on key issues within international bodies, especially the UN and OIC.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Musk's dad says he arranged son's call with South African leader

Musk's dad says he arranged son's call with South African leader

Trump's post claiming South Africa is "confiscating land" and mistreating "certain classes" triggers sudden flurry of backdoor diplomacy.
Wed Feb 05 2025