Third consignment brings five more modular bridges as part of New Delhi’s US$450 million reconstruction package; Indian Army engineers will install them across Sri Lanka […]
Category: International Relations
India’s Message Was About More Than Diplomacy
Vikram Misri’s visit signals New Delhi’s emphasis on implementation as bilateral ties continue to deepen COLOMBO, Friday – Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s official visit […]
Palk Strait Diplomacy Returns to Centre Stage
Relations between India and Sri Lanka continue to be shaped by many strategic considerations, but few issues generate as much immediate political sensitivity as the […]
Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister to Attend ASEAN Conference and Establish Consulate in the Philippines
Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister, Vijitha Herath, is set to participate in the 33rd ASEAN Regional Forum as well as the commemoration of the 50th Anniversary […]
Burnham Arrives at Number 10
Britain’s New Prime Minister Signals A New Political Chapter. What Could It Mean For Sri Lanka? When Britain changes Prime Minister, Colombo pays attention. Not […]
Between Delhi, Beijing and Washington
Sri Lanka’s Foreign Policy Is Becoming an Economic Policy For much of Sri Lanka’s post-independence history, foreign policy was largely viewed through the prism of […]
Pakistan’s Defence Secretary Engages in Talks on Aviation and Port Collaboration with Sri Lankan Minister
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – During a visit to Sri Lanka, Pakistan’s Defence Secretary Muhammad Ali engaged in discussions with Anura Karunathilaka, the Minister of Ports, Civil […]
Sri Lanka Urges International Embassies to Champion Expo 2027 Promotion
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – The Sri Lankan government has engaged with foreign diplomatic missions to promote its upcoming international trade exhibition, as announced by the country’s […]
Connectivity alone does not Guarantee Balanced Prosperity
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the newly reconstructed Pamban Rail Bridge on 6 April 2025, reviving long-standing proposals to re-establish direct transport links between India and Sri Lanka via the Palk Strait.
Sri Lanka and Cuba Explore Collaborative Opportunities in Light of US Sanctions
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – The enduring and amicable relationship between Sri Lanka and Cuba was the focus of a recent meeting between Cuban Ambassador Patricia Lázara […]
Vietnam and Sri Lanka Forge Five New Collaborative Agreements
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – During the visit of President Tô Lâm, who also serves as the General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, the two […]
Vietnam Prepared to Support Sri Lanka in Agriculture and Other Vital Sectors, Says Tô Lâm
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – The President of Vietnam, Tô Lâm, who also serves as the General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, expressed the country’s […]
Vietnamese President and Communist Party Leader Set to Embark on Sri Lanka Visit
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – Tô Lâm, the President and General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam, is set to visit Sri Lanka for an official […]
Sri Lanka and the Maldives forge seven new agreements during presidential visit
Sri Lanka and the Maldives recently finalized a series of agreements during the visit of Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu to Sri Lanka, focusing on various […]
Sri Lanka Explores Opportunities for Enhanced Collaboration with Israel, Says Minister
Sri Lanka is actively working to enhance its bilateral relations and broaden collaboration with Israel, according to Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath. Herath recently held discussions […]
Sri Lanka and the Maldives to finalize multiple agreements during presidential trip
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – During President Mohamed Muizzu’s upcoming visit to Sri Lanka, multiple agreements are set to be finalized, as confirmed by Minister Nalinda Jayatissa. […]
France and Sri Lanka Explore Opportunities for Collaborative Partnership
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – Vanina Paoli-Gagin, the chair of the France-Sri Lanka Parliamentary Friendship Group in the French Senate, recently engaged in discussions with Minister Vijitha […]
Six international ambassadors formally present their credentials to the President of Sri Lanka.
FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – President Anura Dissanayake has officially received credentials from three newly appointed ambassadors, two high commissioners, and the Apostolic Nuncio-designate from the Holy […]
