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Myanmar Turned Rohingya Lives Into a Nightmare, Gambia Tells World Court in Genocide Case

Asian TribuneJanuary 13, 2026

The Gambia on Monday accused Myanmar of deliberately targeting the minority Muslim Rohingya community for destruction, telling judges at the United Nations’ highest court that the Myanmar state made the lives of Rohingya people “a nightmare” through systematic violence and persecution. Addressing the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague, Gambia’s legal team argued...

Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Foreign Reserves Rise to USD 6.82 Billion

Asian TribuneJanuary 12, 2026

Sri Lanka’s official foreign reserves have risen to USD 6.825 billion by the end of December 2025, according to the latest data released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka. This marks an increase of 13.1% compared to the reserves recorded at the end of November 2025, which stood at USD 6.034 billion. The main...

A/L Exams Resume Today After Cyclone Disruption in Sri Lanka

Asian TribuneJanuary 12, 2026

The G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) examinations are resuming today after being postponed due to the widespread disruption caused by Cyclone Ditwah, the Department of Examinations has announced. The remaining subjects of the 2025 A/L exams will now be conducted under a revised timetable running from January 12 to January 20, 2026. Commissioner General of Examinations...

NMRA Strengthens Regulations to Combat Illegal Pharmacy Practices in Sri Lanka

Asian TribuneJanuary 12, 2026

The National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA) has reaffirmed and strengthened existing rules requiring the full-time presence of qualified pharmacists at all registered pharmacies across Sri Lanka, in a bid to curb illegal practices and improve public safety in medication dispensing. Under the NMRA Act No. 5 of 2015, pharmacies must employ at least one licensed...

Sarah Jasmine ‘Not Dead’, Investigations Ongoing – Sri Lanka Minister Tells Parliament

Asian TribuneJanuary 8, 2026

Sarah Jasmine ‘Not Dead’, Investigations Ongoing – Sri Lanka Minister Tells Parliament Colombo — Sri Lanka’s Minister of Public Security, Ananda Wijepala, has told Parliament that information revealed during ongoing investigations indicates that Pulasthini Mahendran, also known as Sarah Jasmine, who is linked to the 2019 Easter Sunday terror attacks, is not dead. Addressing Parliament...

Sri Lanka Moves to Strengthen Flood Response Ahead of Northeast Monsoon

Asian TribuneDecember 27, 2025

Sri Lanka’s disaster management authorities have intensified preparedness measures as the northeast monsoon continues to affect several parts of the island, raising concerns over potential flooding and landslides. Officials stated that enhanced coordination is underway among district secretariats, emergency services, and security forces to ensure a rapid response if conditions worsen. The Disaster Management Centre...

Sri Lanka Parliament Debates Fuel Pricing Amid Cost-of-Living Pressures

Asian TribuneDecember 27, 2025

Sri Lanka’s Parliament witnessed a heated debate this week as lawmakers discussed fuel pricing policies amid persistent cost-of-living pressures affecting households and businesses. Government members defended the current fuel pricing formula, emphasizing that it is necessary to prevent further financial losses at state-owned energy institutions. Finance officials highlighted that global oil price volatility, combined with...

Asian Nations Call for Calm Amid Rising Regional Security Tensions

Asian TribuneDecember 27, 2025

Several Asian governments have issued calls for calm and restraint following renewed regional security tensions, which have raised concerns across diplomatic and economic circles. Official statements from multiple capitals emphasized the importance of dialogue, peaceful engagement, and adherence to international norms to prevent further escalation. Diplomatic sources reported that recent developments prompted urgent consultations through...