Sri Lanka

Civil Society Calls for Greater Transparency in Public Institutions

Asian TribuneFebruary 1, 2026

Civil society organisations are renewing calls for transparency and accountability in Sri Lanka’s public institutions.Featured Image Prompt: Sri Lanka civil society meeting Main Body:Civil society groups in Sri Lanka have intensified calls for greater transparency within public institutions, arguing that accountability is essential for restoring public confidence. Activists say recent debates on governance have highlighted...

Education Reform Debate Focuses on Skills and Equity

Asian TribuneFebruary 1, 2026

ducation reform discussions are increasingly centred on skills development and equal access.Featured Image Prompt: Sri Lanka classroom students Main Body:Education reform has returned to the national conversation, with policymakers and educators emphasising the need for skills-based learning and greater equity. Critics argue that the current system does not adequately prepare students for a changing labour...

Urban Development Raises Questions About Sustainability

Asian TribuneFebruary 1, 2026

Rapid urban growth has sparked debate over sustainability and planning.Featured Image Prompt: Colombo urban development skyline Sri Lanka’s urban centres continue to expand, prompting renewed discussion about sustainable development. Large-scale construction and infrastructure projects are reshaping city landscapes, offering economic opportunities alongside environmental challenges. Urban planners argue that integrated planning is necessary to manage congestion,...

Public Health Experts Emphasise Preventive Care

Asian TribuneFebruary 1, 2026

Preventive healthcare is gaining attention amid rising long-term health costs.Featured Image Prompt: Sri Lanka public health clinic Public health specialists are calling for increased focus on preventive care, arguing that early intervention can reduce long-term healthcare costs. Lifestyle-related conditions are placing growing pressure on the health system. Officials highlight vaccination programmes and awareness campaigns as...

Women’s Sports Receive Growing Recognition

Asian TribuneFebruary 1, 2026

Excerpt: Increased visibility is helping women’s sports gain broader recognition.Featured Image Prompt: Sri Lanka women athletes Main Body:Women’s sports in Sri Lanka are receiving greater recognition, driven by improved media coverage and advocacy. Athletes and officials say visibility has helped challenge traditional perceptions. While progress is evident, disparities in funding and facilities persist. Analysts suggest...

GMOA Launches Continuous Trade Union Action, Doctors Limit Services Across State Hospitals

Asian TribuneJanuary 26, 2026

Colombo, January 26, 2026 – The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has announced the start of a continuous trade union action from 8.00 a.m. today, amid ongoing disputes with the Ministry of Health over unresolved demands related to the public health system. The action comes following weeks of tension and follows the conclusion of a...

Union Says Probe Launched Against NUTU Kandy Vice President After Criticism of Education Reforms

Asian TribuneJanuary 26, 2026

Kandy, Sri Lanka — January 26, 2026 – The National United Teachers’ Union (NUTU) yesterday confirmed that a disciplinary investigation has been launched against its Vice President in Kandy after he publicly criticised the implementation of the government’s ongoing education reforms. The move has drawn strong objections from union leaders, who view it as a...

Deputy Minister Says NPP Government Did Not Begin Writing Education Reform Modules

Asian TribuneJanuary 26, 2026

Colombo, January 25, 2026 – Sri Lanka’s Deputy Minister of Labour, Mahinda Jayasinghe, has clarified that the controversial education reform modules recently publicised were not originally created by the National People’s Power (NPP) government, but were adapted to reflect its policy direction. The remarks were made at a seminar hosted by the National Movement for...

Channa Jayasumana Slams Removal of Parliament Deputy Secretary General, Calls It a Dangerous Precedent

Asian TribuneJanuary 26, 2026

Colombo, January 25, 2026 – Former Member of Parliament Prof. Channa Jayasumana has strongly criticised the controversial removal of the Deputy Secretary General of Parliament, alleging that the action was taken without due process and warning it could weaken Sri Lanka’s public service integrity. The controversy stems from the suspension and removal of Chaminda Kularatne,...

IFC Commits US$166 Million to Sri Lanka to Boost SME Lending and Trade Finance

Asian TribuneJanuary 26, 2026

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) — part of the World Bank Group — has pledged a US$166 million financing package to strengthen Sri Lanka’s private sector and expand access to credit for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The announcement on January 26, 2026 underscores renewed confidence in the island nation’s economic recovery as it transitions...