The Left Wins Presidential Election in Sri Lanka
On September 22, 2024, the Sri Lankan election authority announced that Anura Kumara Dissanayake of the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP)-led National
New president appoints Sri Lanka’s first female prime minister in 24 years
Ms Amarasuriya, 54, is the first woman in more than two decades and the only third woman in the history of independent Sri Lanka to take charge as the prime minister. She is a sociology lecturer and known for her activism on gender and minority rights.
Harini Amarasuriya sworn in as Sri Lanka's new Prime Minister
COLOMBO: Harini Amarasuriya was sworn in as Sri Lanka's new Prime Minister on Tuesday, becoming the first woman leader since Sirimavo Bandaranaike in the year 2000 to hold the post. The 54-year-old National People's Power (NPP) leader was sworn in by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake,
Sri Lanka President Dissanayake picks Amarasuriya as PM, takes finance job
Sri Lanka's new president, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, named college professor and first-time lawmaker Harini Amarasuriya as the new prime minister of the Indian Ocean island nation on Tuesday, making her the third woman to be appointed to the post.
Harini Amarasuriya sworn in as Sri Lanka`s PM
Harini Amarasuriya was sworn in as the new Prime Minister of Sri Lanka on Tuesday, becoming the first woman leader since Sirimavo Bandaranaike in 2000 to hold the post, PTI reported. According to PTI,
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The prelate and the premier: Why Buddharakkitha Thera got S.W.R.D. Bandaranaike murdered
Sri Lanka’s newly elected President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed Dr. Harini Amarasuriya as his Prime Minister. The ...
Sri Lanka's new president calls parliamentary election to consolidate his mandate
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Sri Lanka's new President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Tuesday sworn in an opposition lawmaker as ...
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Harini Amarasuriya: An Academician Rises to Sri Lanka’s Premiership
Her academic background could bring a depth of analysis to policymaking, while her activist roots keep her connected to ...
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Delhi roots, Colombo heights: New Sri Lankan PM Harini Amarasuriya's fascinating link to India
Harini Amarasuriya has been appointed as Sri Lanka's 16th Prime Minister, making her the first woman in this role since Sirimavo Bandaranaike in 2000. An academic-turned-politician, she studied ...
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Sirimavo Bandaranaike Vidyalaya Triumphs at the 34th Drama Competition
Sirimavo Bandaranaike Vidyalaya, Colombo 07, secured a prestigious victory at the 34th Drama Competition, organised by the Interact Club of Royal College, Colombo 07, held at the renowned Lionel ...
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In celebration of China’s 75th National Day Lanka-China ties an enduring partnership to emulate
During this landmark visit, Premier Zhou established a personal rapport with Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister, S.W.R.D. Bandaranaike, and his wife Sirimavo Bandaranaike. This friendship became a ...
Sri Lanka's new president calls a parliamentary election for November to consolidate his mandate
Sri Lanka’s new President Anura Kumara Dissanayake dissolved Parliament late Tuesday and called for a parliamentary election ...
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Sri Lanka’s new leader appoints the first female prime minister in 24 years
Harini Amarasuriya, 54, a university lecturer and activist, comes from a similar background as the new president and both are ...