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February 18, 2026
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The Managing Director of the IMF commends the Government’s efforts towards stabilizing its economy
COLOMBO : The Managing Director, Dr. Kristalina Georgieva, commended the Government’s efforts in stabilizing the country’s economy and in managing recent economic and natural shocks. She noted that Cyclone Ditwah had caused severe impacts, especially on economically vulnerable communities, underscoring the importance of targeted support and resilience-building measures. The Prime Minister expressed appreciation for the...
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February 18, 2026
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Takaichi reelected as Japan’s prime minister with a goal of pushing to the right
TOKYO : Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi was reappointed Wednesday by Parliament to form her second Cabinet, following last week’s landslide election win that she hopes will allow a hard-right move to the country’s policies. All previous ministers are expected to be retained. Takaichi will look to use the symbolism of the day, seen as...
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February 18, 2026
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Lankan Health Minister calls on new Bangladesh PM
COLOMBO : Minister of Health and Mass Media Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa has paid a courtesy call on newly elected Prime Minister of Bangladesh Tarique Rahman in Dhaka. Minister Jayatissa met Tarique Rahman at his Sangsad Bhaban office this evening after he took oath of office as the 11th Prime Minister of Bangladesh at the South...
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February 18, 2026
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President Anura Kumara begins his India visit
COLOMBO : President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who departed Sri Lanka to attend the AI Impact Summit 2026 at the special invitation of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, arrived at the Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, this Tuesday afternoon (17). President Dissanayake was warmly received at the airport by Minister of State Shri Raj Bhushan...
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February 18, 2026
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Pension scheme for legislators abolished
COLOMBO – The Bill to abolish pension benefits for Members of Parliament was passed in Parliament today without any amendments. The second reading debate on the Bill took place this morning, followed by a vote, in which it was approved with a majority of 152 votes. A total of 154 MPs voted in favour, while...
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