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2027 Appropriation Bill gets AG’s nod

The Appropriation Bill for the 2027 financial year has received the Attorney General’s clearance, paving the way for its publication in the Government Gazette and subsequent presentation to Parliament. The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to publish the Bill in the Gazette and, thereafter, present it to Parliament for approval. The Bill was […]

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More fuel price shocks shrouded in secrecy

Wednesday 16th September, 2026 Opposition propagandists are in overdrive trying to portray the JVP-NPP government as an inefficient regime or a kakistocracy.

  • Sri Lanka faces more fuel price hikes with secrecy
  • Diesel supplies threatened by power plant coal issues
  • Ceylon Petroleum Corporation pays high diesel rates

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A ‘partnership’ like no other!

Against the backdrop of the economic crisis that erupted in 2021/2022 Sri Lanka’s dependence on Indian economic and military support is growing.

  • Sri Lanka's economic crisis in 2021/2022 increased dependence on India.
  • INS Udayagiri delivered spare parts to Sri Lanka Navy and Air Force in September 2023.
  • Chief of Defence Staff (Repeal) Bill passed in Parliament over 1.5 years after last CDS retired.

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