Sri lanka Today warm welcome the proude heritage of pakistan Independece day
Friday, August 14, 2009
Speciall ceromany for PAKISTAN INDEPEDENCE DAY at Colombo High Commission office
PAKISTAN INDEPEDENCE DAY ceromany at Pakistan High Commission office at Colombo
Today (14th August)is the Pakistan independece day.
Pakistan High Commission Office will be held on special ceromany for the Independence day of pakistan .
Pakistan celebrations 63rd Independence Day
Pakistan celebrat 63rd Independence Day (14th August)
Pakistan celebrations 63rd Independence Day
The Pakistani nation is celebrating country’s 63rd Independence Day on Friday(14th August 2009) with traditional zeal and enthusiasm across the country.
Each year August 14 is
celebrated as Pakistan’s Independence Day. Flag-hoisting ceremonies are held in most major cities.
The Independence Day celebrations will start with offering of special prayers in the mosques for the progress and prosperity of motherland and the well being of the nation. The day will dawn with 31-gun salutes in federal capital and 21-gun salutes at each of the four provincial capitals.
After sounding of sirens at 8:58 am, the traffic will come to a halt for one-minute and citizens will observe silence, as the national anthem will be played. The main event of the day would be the flag-hoisting ceremony in Islamabad where Prime Minister, Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani will unfurl the national flag. Similar ceremonies will be also h
eld at all provincial and distr
ict headquarters. There will be a change of guards at the mausoleum of Quaid-e-Azam.
The cadets of the Pakistan Naval Academy will mount the guard duty at the mausoleum of the Father of the Nation Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. A flag-hoisting ceremony will be held at the mazar of Quaid-i-Azam. The Federal Government has already asked all the provincial as well as district governments to organise maximum programmes for creating awareness among the masses regarding the objectives of Pakistan Movement and the national achieveme
nts.
For this purpose, debate competitions in schools and seminars on national issues are being organised by different organisations to sensitise young generation to the objectives of Pakistan Movement and to create unity, brotherhood and patriotism among them. Educational institutes will also arrange events such as debate contests and national song competitions to celebrate the day.
Seminars, conferences, lectures, debates, book exhibitions, quiz competitions, Qir’at,
Naat Khawani competitions, musical shows and mushairas will be held in a bid to promote national unity, integrity and solidarity. Various TV and radio channels would present special programmes while newspapers would bring out special supplements throwing light on various aspects of the freedom movement that culminated in the establishment of Pakistan.
The Pakistani nation is celebrating country’s 63rd Independence Day on Friday(14th August 2009) with traditional zeal and enthusiasm across the country.
Each year August 14 is
celebrated as Pakistan’s Independence Day. Flag-hoisting ceremonies are held in most major cities.The Independence Day celebrations will start with offering of special prayers in the mosques for the progress and prosperity of motherland and the well being of the nation. The day will dawn with 31-gun salutes in federal capital and 21-gun salutes at each of the four provincial capitals.
After sounding of sirens at 8:58 am, the traffic will come to a halt for one-minute and citizens will observe silence, as the national anthem will be played. The main event of the day would be the flag-hoisting ceremony in Islamabad where Prime Minister, Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani will unfurl the national flag. Similar ceremonies will be also h
eld at all provincial and distr
ict headquarters. There will be a change of guards at the mausoleum of Quaid-e-Azam.The cadets of the Pakistan Naval Academy will mount the guard duty at the mausoleum of the Father of the Nation Quaid-i-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. A flag-hoisting ceremony will be held at the mazar of Quaid-i-Azam. The Federal Government has already asked all the provincial as well as district governments to organise maximum programmes for creating awareness among the masses regarding the objectives of Pakistan Movement and the national achieveme
nts.For this purpose, debate competitions in schools and seminars on national issues are being organised by different organisations to sensitise young generation to the objectives of Pakistan Movement and to create unity, brotherhood and patriotism among them. Educational institutes will also arrange events such as debate contests and national song competitions to celebrate the day.
Seminars, conferences, lectures, debates, book exhibitions, quiz competitions, Qir’at,
Naat Khawani competitions, musical shows and mushairas will be held in a bid to promote national unity, integrity and solidarity. Various TV and radio channels would present special programmes while newspapers would bring out special supplements throwing light on various aspects of the freedom movement that culminated in the establishment of Pakistan.
petitioned the Supreme Court against the Parliamentary Elections (Amendment) Bill
Opposition parties worried over poll Bill
petitioned the Supreme Court against the Parliamentary Elections (Amendment) Bill
United national party and the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) and the pro-LTTE Tamil National Alliance (TNA) on Wednesday petitioned the Supreme Court against the Parliamentary Elections (Amendment) Bill, The Island reported.
The newspaper said the petitioners challenged, in particular, Section 6 (6) of the Bill which says a political party shall not be entitled to be treated as a recognised political party if, in the opinion of the Election Commissioner, it’s name signifies any religion or community.
“This limitation is arbitrary, discriminatory and breaches the freedom of speech and expression. This provision is inconsistent with Articles 12 (1), 12(2), 14(1) (a) and 14(1) (C) of the Constitution of Sri Lanka” the report quoted the petition.
The petitioners requested the court to declare that the Bill could be passed only with a special majority in Parliament or with a referendum.
The Sri lanka Freedom party Mahajana Wing leader mangala Samaraweera MP also against to the this bill
petitioned the Supreme Court against the Parliamentary Elections (Amendment) Bill
United national party and the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) and the pro-LTTE Tamil National Alliance (TNA) on Wednesday petitioned the Supreme Court against the Parliamentary Elections (Amendment) Bill, The Island reported.
The newspaper said the petitioners challenged, in particular, Section 6 (6) of the Bill which says a political party shall not be entitled to be treated as a recognised political party if, in the opinion of the Election Commissioner, it’s name signifies any religion or community.
“This limitation is arbitrary, discriminatory and breaches the freedom of speech and expression. This provision is inconsistent with Articles 12 (1), 12(2), 14(1) (a) and 14(1) (C) of the Constitution of Sri Lanka” the report quoted the petition.
The petitioners requested the court to declare that the Bill could be passed only with a special majority in Parliament or with a referendum.
The Sri lanka Freedom party Mahajana Wing leader mangala Samaraweera MP also against to the this bill
Three decade old problem cannot be solved overnight – Minister Tissa Vitharana
Three decade old problem cannot be solved overnight – Minister Tissa VitharanaMinister of Science & Technology Prof.Tissa Vitharana emphasized that a problem which is existing for more than 3 decades cannot be solved overnight or within a short time.
Minister made this comment at a Live Discussion, known as “Thesa sanjaram” at the Srilanka Broadcasting Corporation.
He further said that 13 political parties have so far participated in APRC ( All Party Representtaive Committee ) sittings.
Out of this, 11 parties are backing the government while 2 parties are from outside. There were about 20 issues discussed during these sittings.
Out of which most of the issues have been sorted out and come to an mutual agreement. Already there were 127 sittings so far.
Answering to a question from a listener from Jaffna, Minister further said that there are many countries in the world facing similar problems. But they have not progressed like Sri Lanka.
For an example, North Ireland took about 6 years to arrive at an agreement. Whereas, Palestine and Kashmir are concerned, the relevant parties to the conflict have not still come to a negotiating table.
He reiterated that Sri Lanka President Mahinda Rajapaksa wanted to have a home grown solution to the ethnic issue and not an imported one.
Commenting on the KP’s arrest, Minister Tissa Vitharana appealed to the Tamil diaspora to understand the ground situation and put a full stop for financing for terror activities. Minister also mentioned that with the KP’s arrest, the backbone of L T T E’s international network has been broken.
Minister made this comment at a Live Discussion, known as “Thesa sanjaram” at the Srilanka Broadcasting Corporation.
He further said that 13 political parties have so far participated in APRC ( All Party Representtaive Committee ) sittings.
Out of this, 11 parties are backing the government while 2 parties are from outside. There were about 20 issues discussed during these sittings.
Out of which most of the issues have been sorted out and come to an mutual agreement. Already there were 127 sittings so far.
Answering to a question from a listener from Jaffna, Minister further said that there are many countries in the world facing similar problems. But they have not progressed like Sri Lanka.
For an example, North Ireland took about 6 years to arrive at an agreement. Whereas, Palestine and Kashmir are concerned, the relevant parties to the conflict have not still come to a negotiating table.
He reiterated that Sri Lanka President Mahinda Rajapaksa wanted to have a home grown solution to the ethnic issue and not an imported one.
Commenting on the KP’s arrest, Minister Tissa Vitharana appealed to the Tamil diaspora to understand the ground situation and put a full stop for financing for terror activities. Minister also mentioned that with the KP’s arrest, the backbone of L T T E’s international network has been broken.
Dengue fever cases rise to 22,757 takes 232 lives
Dengue fever cases rise to 22,757
This represents a sharp increase as only 4,156 Dengue cases and85 deaths were reported for the whole year of 2008.
Health officials said the majority of these cases have been reported from the areas of Gampaha, Kegalle, Kandy and Colombo.
The rapid rise in the level of the epidemic has forced the health authorities to carry out extensive public awareness campaign to era
dicate the mosquito based epidemic.
Households have been warned to keep the environment free of mosquitoes. Those who allow the mosquitoes to breed by allowing stagnating water face prosecution with a special hotline being made available for public information.
The World Health Organization says some 2.5 billion people, two fifths of the world's population, are now at risk from Dengue and estimates that there may be 50 million cases of dengue infection worldwide every year.
Dengu takes 232 lives
The number of Dengue cases has risen to 22,757 while 232 people have died of the disease in Sri Lanka so far, the Epidemiological Unit of the Health Ministry said .
The Epidemiological Unit said in its latest statistics that of the 22,757 cases, the highest number of patients were reported from June totaling 7,050. It is followed by July with 6,714 cases being reported.
The Epidemiological Unit said in its latest statistics that of the 22,757 cases, the highest number of patients were reported from June totaling 7,050. It is followed by July with 6,714 cases being reported.
This represents a sharp increase as only 4,156 Dengue cases and85 deaths were reported for the whole year of 2008.
Health officials said the majority of these cases have been reported from the areas of Gampaha, Kegalle, Kandy and Colombo.
The rapid rise in the level of the epidemic has forced the health authorities to carry out extensive public awareness campaign to era
dicate the mosquito based epidemic.Households have been warned to keep the environment free of mosquitoes. Those who allow the mosquitoes to breed by allowing stagnating water face prosecution with a special hotline being made available for public information.
Worldwide situation
The World Health Organization says some 2.5 billion people, two fifths of the world's population, are now at risk from Dengue and estimates that there may be 50 million cases of dengue infection worldwide every year.
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Presidnt explaining the paintings at presinent's house
Presidnt explaining the paintings at presidennt's houseShanthi Wimalaratne,a designer of gems,pearl and gold in Australia paid a courtesy callon Presidnet mahinda rajapaksa at kandy President's House recently.
Here presidnt Mahinda Rajapaksa explaining the paintings at presidnet's House kandy to Wimalaratne.
Shanthi Wimalarana's mother Mrs. Edvin wimalaratne was also present.
Monday, August 10, 2009
Pakistan ends the series with a win at the 5th ODI
Pakistan ends the series with a win at the 5th ODI
Pakistan ends the series with a win at the 5th ODI :: Pakistan beat Sri Lanka by 132 runs today to end the 5-match ODI series at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. Pakistan scored 279 for 8 in 50 Overs and in reply Sri Lanka managed only 147 runs in 34.2 Overs. Sri Lanka won the ODI series 3-2.
Pakistan ends the series with a win at the 5th ODI :: Pakistan beat Sri Lanka by 132 runs today to end the 5-match ODI series at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. Pakistan scored 279 for 8 in 50 Overs and in reply Sri Lanka managed only 147 runs in 34.2 Overs. Sri Lanka won the ODI series 3-2.
Government's win in polls is a victory of people, says President Rajapaksa
Government's win in polls is a victory of people, says Sri Lanka President
President Mahinda Rajapaksa today said that the ruling party's massive win in yesterday's election was a clear victory of the people who love the motherland.
Issuing a special statement President Rajapaksa thanked the voters in Badulla, Monaragala, Jaffna, and Vavuniya districts for their support given at the yesterday's election. He said that the democracy in Northern region remained inactive for the last three decades, but this win in the North shows that the democracy is fast establishing
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Pakistan beats Sri Lanka by 146 runs in 4th one-day international
Pakistan beats Sri Lanka by 146 runs in 4th one-day international
It was Pakistan's first win on tour after losing 2-0 in the three-Test series and now trailing 3-1 in the five-match ODI series.
Akmal smashed five boundaries and four sixes to score 102 not out from 72 balls. He put on a record 176-run partnership for the fifth wicket with Pakistan captain Younis Khan (89) as the visitors made 321-5 at R. Prememadasa Stadium.
In reply, Sri Lanka was bundled out for 175 in 36 overs with Iftikhar Anjum taking 5-30 from 8.1 overs.
Younis won the toss and elected to bat first. He combined well with Akmal when Pakistan looked shaky on 130-4, eclipsing the previous best partnership for the fifth wicket between the two sides - 155 between Mohammad Yousuf and Younis in 2002.
Younis played a more calm innings than Akmal, hitting only four boundaries in 111 balls.
Sri Lanka started the chase positively. Mahela Jayawardene, in his new role as opener, hit two fours and a six for a run-a-ball 19 before being caught by Mohammad Aamer off seamer Naved-ul-Hasan to leave the hosts on 36-1 in the sixth over.
Kumar Sangakkara fell for 39 off 33 balls, caught by Imran Nazir off Iftikhar Anjum, to make it 101-2 in the 17th over.
Sri Lanka then lost 8-45 with Upul Tharanga anchoring the innings with 80 off 89 balls, hitting eight fours and a six.
Legspinner Malinga Bandara was the pick of Sri Lanka's bowlers, taking 2-44. While paceman Lasith Malinga conceded an extraordinary 26 wides.
Umar Akmal hit a maiden century and Rao Iftikhar Anjum took his first five-wicket haul Friday to lead Pakistan to a 146-run win over Sri Lanka in the fourth one-day international.
It was Pakistan's first win on tour after losing 2-0 in the three-Test series and now trailing 3-1 in the five-match ODI series.
Akmal smashed five boundaries and four sixes to score 102 not out from 72 balls. He put on a record 176-run partnership for the fifth wicket with Pakistan captain Younis Khan (89) as the visitors made 321-5 at R. Prememadasa Stadium.
In reply, Sri Lanka was bundled out for 175 in 36 overs with Iftikhar Anjum taking 5-30 from 8.1 overs.
Younis won the toss and elected to bat first. He combined well with Akmal when Pakistan looked shaky on 130-4, eclipsing the previous best partnership for the fifth wicket between the two sides - 155 between Mohammad Yousuf and Younis in 2002.
Younis played a more calm innings than Akmal, hitting only four boundaries in 111 balls.
Sri Lanka started the chase positively. Mahela Jayawardene, in his new role as opener, hit two fours and a six for a run-a-ball 19 before being caught by Mohammad Aamer off seamer Naved-ul-Hasan to leave the hosts on 36-1 in the sixth over.
Kumar Sangakkara fell for 39 off 33 balls, caught by Imran Nazir off Iftikhar Anjum, to make it 101-2 in the 17th over.
Sri Lanka then lost 8-45 with Upul Tharanga anchoring the innings with 80 off 89 balls, hitting eight fours and a six.
Legspinner Malinga Bandara was the pick of Sri Lanka's bowlers, taking 2-44. While paceman Lasith Malinga conceded an extraordinary 26 wides.
Friday, August 7, 2009
LTTE self appointed leader KP arrested
LTTE self appointed leader KP arrested
LTTE's self appointed leader Kumaran Pathmanadan (54)alias KP had been arrested in an Eastern Asia country following a joint intelligence and military operation by a Sri lanka team and brought to Colombo yesterday(6thAug), defense sources confirmed last night.
KP who had been the LTTE's international relations chief till he claimed the LTTE leadership after the Army killed Prabakaran in may, previously functioned as the group's main arms procurer.
He was in Interpol’s most wanted list for various charges including arms smuggling and criminal activities.
He is also wanted by India in connection with the assassination of former India Prime Minister Rajiv Ghandi in 1991.
LTTE's self appointed leader Kumaran Pathmanadan (54)alias KP had been arrested in an Eastern Asia country following a joint intelligence and military operation by a Sri lanka team and brought to Colombo yesterday(6thAug), defense sources confirmed last night.
KP who had been the LTTE's international relations chief till he claimed the LTTE leadership after the Army killed Prabakaran in may, previously functioned as the group's main arms procurer.
He was in Interpol’s most wanted list for various charges including arms smuggling and criminal activities.
He is also wanted by India in connection with the assassination of former India Prime Minister Rajiv Ghandi in 1991.
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Kandy Randoli Perahera on final night today
Kandy Randoli Perahera on final night today
The grand cultural pageant of the historic Dalada Maligawa will come to an end tonight when the colorful Randoli Perahera will parade the street for the final tonight.
This pageant is described as the most colorful,glamorous and grandeur event in Asia that has a long standing history of Buddhist value.The final event will be followed by the water cutting ceremony and the day perahera tomorrow.
The grand cultural pageant of the historic Dalada Maligawa will come to an end tonight when the colorful Randoli Perahera will parade the street for the final tonight.
This pageant is described as the most colorful,glamorous and grandeur event in Asia that has a long standing history of Buddhist value.The final event will be followed by the water cutting ceremony and the day perahera tomorrow.
The final journey of the Randoli Perahera will commence at 7.42 om to be joined by other peraheras' of the four Devales to parade the streets in Kandy and return to the historic Sri Dalada Maligawa.
Southern Provincial Council dissolved
Southern Provincial Council dissolved
The Southern Provincial Council (SPC) was dissolved effective mid night 03rd August 2009.
Governor, MRS Kumari Balasuriya said that the Southern Council was due to expire on the 14th of August.
The gazette that notified the dissolution will be released next week she and the Southern PC elections will likely be held in October
The Southern Provincial Council (SPC) was dissolved effective mid night 03rd August 2009.
Governor, MRS Kumari Balasuriya said that the Southern Council was due to expire on the 14th of August.
The gazette that notified the dissolution will be released next week she and the Southern PC elections will likely be held in October
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Sri Lanka Media delegation - visit of Karachi Press club
By Sumith Mayadunne from Karachi
Sri Lanka media delegation visited Karachi Press club on Tuesday (21st July) evening. The meeting is organized by Karachi Press club. The Karachi press club team has warmly welcome to the Sri Lanka media delegation. Mr. A.H. Khanzada, secretary of Karachi Press club said this visit is mostly important to share ideas and to build up a journalists friendship between two countries. Many of Pakistan journalists participated to this event.
Senior Pakistan journalist Mr.Abdul Hameed Chapra also participated and expressed his ideas to the media delegation. Mr.Athar Khan, President of Pakistan Association of press photographers, also participated this meeting to share his ideas.
Sri lanka media delegation visit Karachi press club
Srilanka media delegation visited on Tuesday (21st) evening Karachi press club.
We paticipated special meeting organized by karachi Press club.
Picture:A.H. Khanzada 
express to the delegation. also 
participated Senier journalist mr. Ameen and Senier Sub editor (Daily Jang) Mr. Naseer Ahmed
express to the delegation. also 
participated Senier journalist mr. Ameen and Senier Sub editor (Daily Jang) Mr. Naseer Ahmed
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Tuesday, July 21, 2009
QUAID-E-AZAM'S MAUSOLEUM
Sri lanka media delegation visited father of Pakistan memorial
By Sumith Mayadunne from Karachi
Quaid-e-Azam Mausoleum is a famous landmark of Karachi. The mausoleum is placed in a 53 hectare park and the size of building is 75x75m on ground and 43m high, built on an 4m high platform. In each wall is p
laced an entrance. 15 successive fountains lead to the platform from one side and from all sides terraced avenues lead to the gates.This white marble Mausoleum with its curved Moorish arches and copper grills resets on an elevated 54 sq. meters platform. The cool inner sanctum reflects the green of a four-tiered crystal chandelier gifted by the peoples Republic of China. The memorial slab framed with silver railings dawns people from far and wide who come to pay their respects to the father of the Nation and to watch the impressive changing of guards ceremony that takes place everyday. Today the Quaid-e-Azam's Mausoleum is a prominent and
impressive landmark of Karachi. Nearby are the graves of the “Quaid-e-Millet”. Liaqat Ali Khan, the f
irst Prime Minister of Pakistan and the Quaid`s sister, Mohtarma Fatima Jinnah.Special Thanks to the Project Manager, Major S.Athir Mir.
Pix: Major Ather Mir explain to Sri lanka media deligation from the location
Pictures by : Sumith
Sunday, July 19, 2009
A Friendship tour to Pakistan
By Sumith Mayadunne
A group of Sri Lankan media personals departed from Colombo Bandaranaike International airport, today (19) for a tour to Pakistan. This group will be spend 10 days in Pakistan for an invitation which granted by government of Pakistan. Six persons of several media institution of Sri Lanka and Maldivians journalist Miss Shifla Ibrahim participating to this tour. All of these seven members will be visiting important places in Pakistan.
The defense advisor, Pakistan high commission of Sri Lanka, Colonel Khurran Hassian Hondani said that they have scheduled special arrangements to meet VIP persons in politics, Business, Education, tourism and media sector in Pakistan. He said this tour will be developing the friendship between Sri Lanka and Pakistan through the well understanding media. This tour organized and coordinated by Pakistan high commission of Sri Lanka.
Special reports of this tour, will be upload on 'srilankanews.online'.
A group of Sri Lankan media personals departed from Colombo Bandaranaike International airport, today (19) for a tour to Pakistan. This group will be spend 10 days in Pakistan for an invitation which granted by government of Pakistan. Six persons of several media institution of Sri Lanka and Maldivians journalist Miss Shifla Ibrahim participating to this tour. All of these seven members will be visiting important places in Pakistan.
The defense advisor, Pakistan high commission of Sri Lanka, Colonel Khurran Hassian Hondani said that they have scheduled special arrangements to meet VIP persons in politics, Business, Education, tourism and media sector in Pakistan. He said this tour will be developing the friendship between Sri Lanka and Pakistan through the well understanding media. This tour organized and coordinated by Pakistan high commission of Sri Lanka.
Special reports of this tour, will be upload on 'srilankanews.online'.
Friday, July 17, 2009
Priminister Gilaniand Presidnet Mahinda firm on fighting terrorism
Prime Minister Gilani and President Mahinda firm on fighting terrorism
Pakistan Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani and Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa on Wednesday expressed the resolve to continue making efforts against terrorism and not let the menace hinder the goals of regional peace and prosperity. In a meeting held on the sidelines of NAM summit here, the two sides condemned the acts of terror that were disturbing regional peace and underlined the need for its eradication.
Prime Minister Gilani said Pakistan and Sri Lanka enjoy close and cooperative relationship, based on mutual respect and shared perceptions over the regional and international issues of common interest.
"Pakistan supports the unity, territorial integrity and sovereignty of Sri Lanka and we would like to see durable peace and stability in the country," he said.
He said that both Pakistan and Sri Lanka are victims of terrorism and expressed his government’s commitment to bringing the perpetrators to justice, who were involved in the despicable attack on Sri Lankan cricket team in Lahore a few months ago.
He said that there was some progress on the investigation into terrorist attack on Sri Lankan cricket team, and the Pakistan government had been sharing the details with Sri Lankan side from time to time.
Gilani said the culprits involved in the heinous crime seemed to be connected with Taliban network, adding that the authorities concerned had taken some key suspects into custody and were trying to apprehend the remaining with the help of leads provided by the detainees.
"We need not to be deterred by such incidents and maintain our contacts in the popular field of cricket," he said.
The Prime Minister thanked the Sri Lankan side for inviting the Pakistani driver of Sri Lankan cricket team on visit, and said the gesture was greatly appreciated by the Pakistani people.
Gilani said Pakistan would be happy to participate in the next session of Foreign Secretary level bilateral consultations at Colombo and to hold Joint Economic Commission meeting in Islamabad during this year.
The two agreed on the need to transforming the existing Free Trade Agreement between the two countries to a ‘Comprehensive Economic Partnership’.
He appreciated the establishment of Sri Lanka-Pakistan Parliamentary Association in Colombo and called for frequent parliamentary exchanges to forge closer ties between the public representatives.
Gilani expressed satisfaction on the effective implementation of the projects under Pakistan’s Special Assistance Programme for South Asia, on which an amount of Rs.10.66 million had been spent during 2008-2009.
He said Sri Lanka was the largest recipient of free military training from Pakistan with a large number of training courses annually offered by Pakistan Armed Forces. He said Pakistan was willing to further assist Sri Lanka in enhancing the capacity of its armed forces.
The Prime Minister appreciated Sri Lankan government’s decision to invite Pakistan’s Defence Minister to visit Colombo in October, and hoped that it would greatly contribute towards strengthening the bilateral relations.
The Sri Lankan President said the relations between Pakistan and Sri Lanka are marked by fraternity, cordiality and support to each other on the diverse issues of common concern.
He appreciated Pakistan’s efforts to fight terrorism and extremism for the improvement of regional peace. He said the two countries could play a positive role through SAARC for making the region peaceful and prosperous place.
Pakistan Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani and Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa on Wednesday expressed the resolve to continue making efforts against terrorism and not let the menace hinder the goals of regional peace and prosperity. In a meeting held on the sidelines of NAM summit here, the two sides condemned the acts of terror that were disturbing regional peace and underlined the need for its eradication.
Prime Minister Gilani said Pakistan and Sri Lanka enjoy close and cooperative relationship, based on mutual respect and shared perceptions over the regional and international issues of common interest.
"Pakistan supports the unity, territorial integrity and sovereignty of Sri Lanka and we would like to see durable peace and stability in the country," he said.
He said that both Pakistan and Sri Lanka are victims of terrorism and expressed his government’s commitment to bringing the perpetrators to justice, who were involved in the despicable attack on Sri Lankan cricket team in Lahore a few months ago.
He said that there was some progress on the investigation into terrorist attack on Sri Lankan cricket team, and the Pakistan government had been sharing the details with Sri Lankan side from time to time.
Gilani said the culprits involved in the heinous crime seemed to be connected with Taliban network, adding that the authorities concerned had taken some key suspects into custody and were trying to apprehend the remaining with the help of leads provided by the detainees.
"We need not to be deterred by such incidents and maintain our contacts in the popular field of cricket," he said.
The Prime Minister thanked the Sri Lankan side for inviting the Pakistani driver of Sri Lankan cricket team on visit, and said the gesture was greatly appreciated by the Pakistani people.
Gilani said Pakistan would be happy to participate in the next session of Foreign Secretary level bilateral consultations at Colombo and to hold Joint Economic Commission meeting in Islamabad during this year.
The two agreed on the need to transforming the existing Free Trade Agreement between the two countries to a ‘Comprehensive Economic Partnership’.
He appreciated the establishment of Sri Lanka-Pakistan Parliamentary Association in Colombo and called for frequent parliamentary exchanges to forge closer ties between the public representatives.
Gilani expressed satisfaction on the effective implementation of the projects under Pakistan’s Special Assistance Programme for South Asia, on which an amount of Rs.10.66 million had been spent during 2008-2009.
He said Sri Lanka was the largest recipient of free military training from Pakistan with a large number of training courses annually offered by Pakistan Armed Forces. He said Pakistan was willing to further assist Sri Lanka in enhancing the capacity of its armed forces.
The Prime Minister appreciated Sri Lankan government’s decision to invite Pakistan’s Defence Minister to visit Colombo in October, and hoped that it would greatly contribute towards strengthening the bilateral relations.
The Sri Lankan President said the relations between Pakistan and Sri Lanka are marked by fraternity, cordiality and support to each other on the diverse issues of common concern.
He appreciated Pakistan’s efforts to fight terrorism and extremism for the improvement of regional peace. He said the two countries could play a positive role through SAARC for making the region peaceful and prosperous place.
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