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50 articles shownAustralian High Commissioner Matthew Duckworth said Australia wants closer ties with Sri Lanka. He discussed Indo-Pacific strategy and regional security in an interview with Daily Mirror.
Yale historian David C. Engerman discussed geopolitics and Sri Lankan history with the Daily Mirror. The interview offered academic context on regional affairs. No specific policies or economic data were included.
“The government isn't playing a better role in strengthening regional cooperation amongst neighbouring countries, especially using Sri Lanka's geographical location.”
“shared her thoughts on political transition, social welfare, regional cooperation and anti-corruption”
“His so-called 'Board of Peace' reached an agreement for the complete disarmament of Palestinian Hamas militants and other armed groups in Gaza.”
“Dengue continues to pose a serious challenge for families and communities across Sri Lanka.”
“High Commissioner Andrew Patrick expressed delight in welcoming the Prime Minister to the occasion.”
“Honoured to be appointed as Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.”
“Premadasa underscored the importance of continued U.S. support for Sri Lanka's economic recovery and long-term development.”
“China warns of retaliation if the US sticks with a robot ban.”
“Trump is considering implementing controls on artificial intelligence following recent hacking incidents involving OpenAI.”
“UEFA member nations voted unanimously to boycott the World Cup over FIFA stake sale plans.”
“The Trump administration renewed a waiver allowing countries to buy sanctioned Russian oil and petroleum products at sea for about a month.”
“A number of Memoranda of Understanding between the two countries are also scheduled to be exchanged during the visit, focusing on enhancing cooperation, including in projects related to Cyclone Ditwah rehabilitation and development cooperation with the assistance of the Government of India.”
“Both sides reaffirmed the importance of enhancing engagement between Sri Lankan and Nepali think tanks.”
“China remains a true friend of Sri Lanka and is always among the first to come forward in times of need.”
“The passage for all commercial vessels through Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open for the remaining period of ceasefire. — Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi”
“The Strait of Hormuz would be 'completely open' to commercial ships for the remainder of the ceasefire.”
“Iran has suffered about $270bn in direct and indirect damages since the start of the US-Israel war on February 28.”
“The passage for all commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open for the remaining period of the ceasefire, on the coordinated route as already announced by Ports and Maritime Organisation of the Islamic Republic of Iran.”
“Sri Lanka is among the worst impacted countries in the Asia-Pacific due to the ripple effects of the West Asia crisis”
“Tehran rejects any temporary ceasefire and is seeking a comprehensive end to the war across the region.”
“Trump expressed confidence that an agreement could soon be reached to end the Iran war.”
“continuation of the recent high-level diplomatic engagements which reinforce the longstanding ties between Sri Lanka and India”
“Sri Lanka is a key partner in India's Vision MAHASAGAR as well as its Neighbourhood First Policy.”
“Saudi Arabia has continued its support to enhance Pakistan's economic stability by extending the term of an existing $5 billion deposit at the State Bank of Pakistan and announcing an additional deposit of $3 billion.”
“Approximately one in five doctors in Sri Lanka have received their medical education in Belarus.”
“The Vice President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, is scheduled to undertake an official visit to Sri Lanka from April 19 to 20, 2026.”
“Iran has agreed to hand over its store of enriched uranium.”
“The strain this war is placing across Asia-Pacific is already visible. It is reaching households faster than policy can adjust.”
“Global oil prices retreated slightly on Friday morning in Asia after a ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel came into effect.”
“It was urgent to limit the cost to the global economy of an enduring Middle East war.”
“If a deal with Iran is reached and signed in Islamabad, he might go.”
“We are there, and we are not leaving. — Benjamin Netanyahu on Israeli troops in Lebanon”
“The end result could be the unprecedented surge of the price of oil to well over USD 140 a barrel, which could cripple the global economy, mostly the developing countries highly depended on oil and gas such as Sri Lanka.”
“The sinking of the Iranian warship IRIS Dena on March 4, 2026, roughly 19 to 25 nautical miles off the coast of Galle, Sri Lanka, caused severe environmental pollution, and long-term economic concerns for local communities.”
“I'm not here to do politics. I have nothing to do with politics.”
“The current situation has reached a critical juncture between war and peace and the window of peace is opening.”
“for the first meaningful talks between Israel and Lebanon since 1983”
“If Iran chooses poorly, then they will have a blockade and bombs dropping on infrastructure, power and energy.”
“Meyer's role takes effect immediately after a period when the post remained vacant.”
“Trump said he will invite both leaders to Washington for peace talks, expressing confidence that a longer-term agreement could be reached soon.”
“The leaders of Israel and Lebanon agreed to a 10-day ceasefire after officials from the two countries met in Washington, D.C.”