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COLOMBO (News 1st) – The Department of Examinations assures the public that comprehensive security arrangements have been meticulously put in place for the upcoming 2022 GCE OL Examination. Commissioner General of Examinations, Amith Jayasundara, confirms that the assistance of the armed forces, including the police, will play a crucial role in ensuring a secure environment for the examination.To address any unforeseen circumstances, the Commissioner General of Examinations assures that contingency plans have been established to handle emergencies throughout the examination period.Remarkably, this year, ten inmates will also be among the participants of the GCE OL examination.

Fall Out Boy guitarist Joe Trohman is returning to the band following a mental health break.Trohman took to Instagram Monday to give fans an update on his well-being and share that he's re-joining the group, just in time for their summer tour.«Hey everyone, I'm officially back! I want to thank everyone for the love and support while I took some time away to focus on my brain and get healthy for my family, my friends and myself,» Trohman began. «I also want to thank Ben Young for stepping up and filling in on the shows I missed — He is a true gentleman and a scholar.

MORRISVILLE - Authorities in Bucks County say there is no threat to the public after explosive devices were found inside a local home Thursday morning. The Bucks County District Attorney's Office said the troubling discovery was during an investigation at a home in Morrisville. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESAuthorities have not provided an address of the home that was under investigation, or what type of explosive devices were recovered. "We can assure the public that there is no immediate threat to the community," a press release from the DA's Office read.

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Coronation Street? We’ve got just what you’re looking for if so, with a brand new image gallery packed full of pictures, previewing what’s happening on the cobbles next week. You don’t have to thank us, honestly. The week in question (May 22 to 26) is an emotional one for Faye Windass (Ellie Leach), who feels trapped by Craig Tinker (Colson Smith) in the wake of Jackson Hodge’s decision to leave the eponymous street with Miley.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – A foreign employment agent has been apprehended for scamming people by deceitfully assuring them of job opportunities abroad, in exchange for money. The arrest followed the suspect's appearance before the Special Investigation Division of the Foreign Employment Bureau's Headquarters, where he was summoned to provide a statement.

PHILADELPHIA - The Pennsylvania State Police provided updated totals on recent road-rage related shootings, and they're asking for the public's help in investigating and preventing interstate shootings. In the last three years, authorities say there has been an increase in the number of road rage-related shootings on the interstates surrounding Philadelphia. In 2020, Pennsylvania State Police say they investigated only four interstate shootings, but in 2022, that number spiked to 20. Officials say this year is on pace to match or surpass last year's totals with troopers reporting that they've already responded to ten interstate shootings. There have been a total of 40 reported road rage-related shootings since 2020 and of those 40, eight victims were struck by gunfire, according to State Police.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka and Myanmar have launched talks to establish direct air connectivity between the two countries.Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Myanmar Janaka Bandara held a meeting with the top management of Myanmar Airways International, with the view of establishing direct air connectivity between Sri Lanka and Myanmar.  Chairman Aung Aung Zaw and Chief Commercial Officer Tanes Kumar represented Myanmar Airways International in the discussion.The Ambassador highlighted the significance of direct air connectivity in promoting the tourism industries of both destinations.

NEW YORK - Real New Yorkers tend to have a distinctive way of speaking. But some believe "New York English" may disappearing. "Some of the features that have been traditionally associated with New York City English are diminishing," explained Michael Newman, a professor of linguistics and chair of the Department of Linguistics and Communication Disorders at Queens College of the City University of New York.

HOUSTON - An industrial plant fire continues to go up in flames in Deer Park.Preliminary reports of a type of explosion at theShell Deer Park industrial plant at 5900 SH-225 at East Beltway, according to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX 26 APPAn Environmental Duty Representative at Shell Deer Park shared this statement: "We are currently experiencing fire within one of our units. The incident is being handled within the boundaries of this facility and there is no threat to the community from this incident.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Experts opine that a great deal of attention needs to be given to pension funds like the Employees' Provident Fund if any action is being taken concerning domestic debt, when implementing the agreements reached with the International Monetary Fund.They point out that if a large amount of the debt obtained from the EPF is slashed in the process of restructuring domestic debt, it would negatively impact the beneficiaries. A week ago, Sri Lanka's President told Parliament that the island nation's total debt was 83.6 billion US dollars, with foreign debt at 41.5 billion US dollars and domestic debt at 42.1 billion US dollars.On the 12th of April 2022, the Central Bank Governor and the Finance Secretary speaking to reporters said that Sri Lanka will temporarily suspend foreign debt payments to avoid a hard default.It's been over a year since Sri Lanka decided to suspend  foreign debt payments.According to the program implemented by Sri Lanka in collaboration with the International Monetary Fund, the ability to repay debt has become a key condition for restabilizing the country's economy.For that, it is expected that a significant part of the total amount of debt taken by Sri Lanka will be slashed, while a concessionary program will be introduced to for the repayment of another portion of debt,Foreign Minister Ali Sabry, PC said Sri Lanka hopes to reduce the debt obligation by USD 14 Billion.The necessary measures that will be taken, with regard to foreign debt, are still in the discussion stage.In the meantime, the government has now focused its attention towards domestic debt.According to the Governor of the Central Bank, domestic debt optimization is expected and the necessary measures that are required,

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe said that the government is committed to protecting the Employees’ Provident Fund, which was established for the benefit of the working people. Despite attempts by some parties to create undue fear regarding the Provident fund, I give my assurances that we will not allow it to be misused, said the President in his Labour Day message on Monday (1).Full Statement:On International Workers’ Day, it is important to recognize the significant role that the working people play in the economic progress of a country. In Sri Lanka, they have been a driving force behind the country overcoming challenges and leading the nation forward throughout history.Last year, the country endured a severe economic collapse.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka Police informed the Committee on Public Accounts that the process of disposal of expired tear gas has started, and they will never be used.The Committee instructed to dispose the expired tear gas existing in all police stations across all of Sri Lanka.Furthermore, according to international conventions, the Chair of the Committee informed that a report should be prepared and submitted to the COPA on the measures taken in controlling the public riots including tear gas.Sri Lanka's Chief of Police C. D.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe told Parliament on Wednesday (26) that Domestic Debt Restructuring will not be suspended, even if banking services and the stock market collapse.He was speaking during the debate in Parliament over the EFF facility offered by the IMF."Sri Lanka's total debt is USD 83.6 Billion. Foreign debt amounts to USD 41.5 Billion. Domestic debt amounts to USD 42 Billion.

's Nick Thompson announced he started a nonprofit to help reality TV stars in the wake of allegations of mistreatment on the hit Netflix show.Thompson, who appeared on season 2 of and married before divorcing co-star Danielle Ruhl, took to Instagram on Thursday and announced he's a founding board member and executive director of outreach for the UCAN Foundation, which aims to «provide mental health and legal support to past, current, and future reality TV contestants.»Thompson explained in a lengthy caption that, no, he and fellow reality TV stars didn't sign up to be food and water-deprived, allegations made by several of his co-stars, including his ex.  «I signed up for a 'psychologically-based' love experiment sold as 'different from other reality shows,'» he wrote in his caption. «Love is Blind S1 made a believer out of me, and I thought the experience could work for me if I went with good intentions and stayed true to myself.»Thompson went on to say that the «vetting» process «included psych tests and evaluations, background checks, and assurances the cast members selected is 'ready for marriage.'» He also claimed being told that the psychologist that conducted his evaluation spoke to his therapist to verity the ethics and conditions of the show out of concern it would diminish his progress.

WASHINGTON - The U.S. government shared three recently-declassified UFO videos this week, part of the more than 650 potential sightings that officials are examining.  Sean Kirkpatrick, director of the Defense Department's All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO), said of that number – about half of them appear to be especially interesting and anomalous.Kirkpatrick testified on Wednesday before the Senate Armed Services Committee's Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities.

SAN FRANCISCO - Before Nima Momeni allegedly stabbed high-profile tech executive Bob Lee three times with a kitchen knife, he drove his victim to a secluded area, fuming over some dispute involving his younger sister and vowing to "come down hard" on him, prosecutors alleged in court papers released Friday. Prosecutors outlined the hours before the deadly April 4 encounter, describing Lee hanging out with Momeni's younger sister, Khazar, and other friends, in a court motion seeking to detain the 38-year-old defendant in custody. The San Francisco district attorney's office charged Momeni with murder and an enhancement of using a knife after police arrested him at his Emeryville home on Thursday morning. Momeni made his first court appearance on the charges Friday but did not speak. His sister, Khazar Momeni, and her husband, Dr.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe on Friday (14) said that the government remains committed to continue to engage with all creditor nations and other stakeholders in a transparent manner based on the principles of comparable treatment.He was speaking at the launch of the Debt Restructuring Negotiation Process on Sri Lanka by India, Japan, and France.The President joined the session in Washington, DC virtually and thanked the government of Japan for organizing this crucial meeting together with the government of India and France."This marks the beginning of the coordinated efforts of official bilateral creditor nations to make swift progress to resolving Sri Lanka's debt stress," said.President Wickremesinghe said that the IMF program was presented to the country's parliament for approval, and the government aims to introduce new legislations that would incorporate the main features of the IMF arrangement."We thank the authorities of Paris Club as well as non Paris club nations offering timely financing assurances that enabled the IMF for Sri Lanka's request for a fund supported comprehensive economic adjustment program," he added.The President said that he hopes other bilateral and multilateral partners as well as commercial creditors will also join in providing assistance for Sri Lanka to successfully complete the debt restructuring process at the earliest."At this critical juncture of our economy, we rely on your swift continued and unwavering support to reemerge from this crisis and establish a solid foundation enabling us to uplift the socio-economic well-being of our population", concluded the President.

COLOMBO (News 1st); The Apostolic Nuncio to Sri Lanka His Excellency Archbishop the Most Rev. Brian Udaigwe raised concerns with regard to the Easter Attacks probe, and the proposed Anti-Terror Law.The Apostolic Nuncio to Sri Lanka said more needs to be done to serve justice over the Easter Attacks of 2019."There are people who did the attacks, and people who were behind it," said the Apostolic Nuncio to Sri Lanka Archbishop the Most Rev.

WASHINGTON - It’s been less than a week since news of highly classified military documents on the Ukraine war surfaced, sending the Pentagon into full-speed damage control to assure allies and assess the scope of the leak.The information on scores of slides has publicized potential vulnerabilities in Ukraine's air defense capabilities and exposed private assessments by allies on an array of intelligence matters, raising questions about whether the leak will erode allies' trust in sharing information with the U.S. or impact Ukraine's plans to intensify the fight against Russia this spring.Overall, the leaked documents present a "very serious risk to national security," a top Pentagon spokesman told reporters Monday.This is a look at what the documents are, what is known about how they surfaced, and their potential impact.The Pentagon is seen from a flight taking off from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on November 29, 2022 in Arlington, Virginia.

PHILADELPHIA, PA - APRIL 06: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers attempts a shot as Kevin Love #42 of the Miami Heat defends during the first half of a game at Wells Fargo Center on April 6, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Heat defeated PHILADELPHIA - The Eastern Conference play-in tournament matchups are set, as are the top four seeds in the Western Conference.Also apparently decided: The NBA’s scoring race.Brooklyn sealed the No.

The Supreme Court on Thursday (6) granted leave-to proceed in the Fundamental Rights petition filed by Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL), stating that serious doubts have arisen regarding the quality, safety, and efficacy of the pharmaceuticals purchased under the Indian Credit Line from The Savorite Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Limited.The petition was filed against the steps taken by the Cabinet of Ministers, the Minister of Health, the Ministry of Health, and the National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA) to procure medical supplies from two Indian private companies.While noting that serious doubts have arisen regarding the lawfulness of the impugned procurement transaction, Court granted two interim reliefs;• Suspension of further importation of pharmaceuticals pertaining to the decision without obtaining a further order from the Court after proving that the quality and safety requirements are satisfied, and the procurement is lawful.• Release for use the two consignments that have already reached Sri Lanka only after the conducting necessary tests, and the NMRA expressing its independent decision assuring the safety, quality, and efficacy of the already imported pharmaceuticals.This case, filed in the public interest, challenged among other things, the non-compliance with procurement guidelines including the emergency procurement process and abuse of process by the Minister of Health and the Chief Executive Officer of the NMRA.In its petition, TISL alleges that the citizens' fundamental right to equality (Article 12(1)) and the right of access to information (Article 14A) have been violated, along with serious disregard for the health, safety and well-being of the people and in total abuse of public trust and

COLOMBO; International Monetary Fund chief Kristalina Georgieva said China had been helpful in reaching a debt relief deal for Sri Lanka, a middle-income country that was not eligible for help under the G20 framework, and she encouraged China to show progress on other cases.About 60% of low-income countries are already in or at risk of debt distress, and about 25% of emerging economies are at high risk and facing "default-like" borrowing spreads, Georgieva said.International Monetary Fund chief Kristalina Georgieva said she told China's new top economic official, Li Qiang, that China must accelerate its work to reach debt restructuring agreements for countries like Zambia, Ghana and Ethiopia.Georgieva, who met with Li and other top Chinese officials during a visit to China last month, said on Thursday that she found Li very approachable and pragmatic, and he assured her that he wants China to play a constructive role in resolving debt relief cases."The truth is, and I was … very straightforward on that, it takes far too long for that (debt) resolution," she told an event hosted by Meridian House and Politico.

The Mayor of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi, Shelly Oberoi, gave assurance to the public on Wednesday that MCD is ready to handle any COVID-related situation in Delhi, according to ANI. According to the Mayor, all MCD hospitals have complete COVID-19 facilities, including reserved beds and oxygen cylinders. In addition, the hospitals are equipped to provide RT-PCR and antigen tests.

New Delhi: Sri Lanka's President Ranil Wickremesinghe sought India's help in establishing policy reforms, governance, capacity building, digitalization, and public service delivery, according to the press statement released by India's Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions.An Indian delegation led by the Director General of the National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG), Bharat Lal met Sri Lanka's President on Saturday (1) in the island country and discussed topics like policy reforms, good governance, digitalization, capacity building and training, institution building, and assured public service delivery.The President had admired the way India has managed socioeconomic development and has ensured high economic growth.In the meeting, President Wickremesinghe shared his vision for Sri Lanka, a strategy to address the recent economic challenges and put the country on the path of high economic growth. He also urged the NCGG to help in establishing a University of Governance and Public Policy in Sri Lanka, according to the press release.Lauding Prime Minister Narendra Modi's crisis management skills during the 2001 riot as Chief Minister, Director General said, "Upon assuming the role of Chief Minister of Gujarat in 2001 amid a slew of crises and negative economic growth, was able to put the state on the path of high economic growth and sustained prosperity through his vision, strategy, and progressive policies.

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - APRIL 02: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers is defended by Brook Lopez #11 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the second half of a game at Fiserv Forum on April 02, 2023 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly PHILADELPHIA - For the second time, the NBA will have an international player as its scoring champion.It will be the second time in as many years.Philadelphia’s Joel Embiid — who was born in Cameroon — is on the cusp of becoming a back-to-back scoring champion, though he and Dallas’ Luka Doncic might take that race down to the wire.Embiid opened up a bit of breathing room on Sunday, when he had 28 points in the 76ers’ loss to Milwaukee while Doncic — who is from Slovenia — scored 28 in the Mavericks’ overtime loss to Atlanta.Embiid now has 2,110 points in 64 games; that’s an average of 32.97 per game.

Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal assured that there is currently no reason to be alarmed. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Friday that the Delhi government is monitoring the sudden increase in COVID-19 cases in the city and is ready to handle any situation that may arise.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka's Minister of Power and Energy Kanchana Wijesekera said that fuel distribution commenced at Kollonnawa and Mithurajawela terminals at 6am on Wednesday (29) morning.He said that Sri Lanka Police & Armed forces will continue to assist the fuel distribution process.The Minister said that adequate fuel stocks are available in the country."It has been noticed that some fuel stations has not placed orders anticipating the April price revision.

COLOMBO (News 1st) – The distribution of fuel is continuing without any issue, despite a trade union action in place, said Ceylon Petroleum Corporation Chairman Uvais Mohamed.He said that all employees had pledged to report to work as usual from Wednesday (29) morning.The CPC has decided that the Trade Union leaders and workers who disrupted the fuel distribution process will be sent on compulsory leave and prohibited them from entering the CPC & Storage Terminals.Minister of Power and Energy Kanchana Wijesekera said that though there was a delay in the fuel distribution process, the situation has returned to normalcy. He said there’s adequate stocks of fuel in the country & the distribution will continue.

EVERMAN, Texas - Police in a small Tarrant County town are still trying to locate a 6-year-old boy whose family appears to have left the country without him.Investigators say right now there is no evidence that child has died. Police did acknowledge a rumor that boy may have been sold, but they say at this point there is no proof that is the case."We are investigating all possibilities," said Chief Craig Spencer.

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Water Department, in an update regarding a chemical spill in Bucks County, assures the public the tap water is safe to drink and use until Monday, March 27 at 11:59 p.m. Water Dept.

AUDUBON, N.J. - A local Audubon pizza shop is hoping to make a difference for one family by organizing a fundraiser for a little boy diagnosed with leukemia, creating unique pizza boxes."It was just him and I at the emergency room that day," Callen’s mom, Tori Sarlo explained. "Ryan was at work. I hugged him as hard as I could and I just broke down."The family got the diagnosis a month ago.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka's Central Bank Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe had noted that if Sri Lanka's debt is not restructured, Sri Lanka would have had a foreign debt burden of 06 billion dollars per year for many years to come. "Because it is difficult to pay, the debt payment is temporarily suspended and this process is used to restructure the debt," he told a meeting at the President's Office on Thursday (22)."We are unable to pay under the current terms, so we are asking the commercial institutions and private sectors and the respective governments that have granted us loans, to give us a relief period," he had noted, said the President's Media Division.The PMD also quoted the Central Bank Governor as saying that the first step in that process is the assurance given by the bilateral countries, and the International Monetary Fund has set targets for debt sustainability.

President Ranil Wickremesinghe said that the necessary steps will be taken to pass the best anti-Corruption Act in South Asia in Parliament soon.The President revealed that the cabinet approval for the Bill has already been granted and said that he will discuss it with the Opposition representatives in the future and present it to the Parliament.President Ranil Wickremesinghe said this during a discussion held at the Presidential Secretariat on Thursday (23) with the heads of media organizations.The President's Media Division released the comments made by the President:"Firstly, let me thank everyone of the media for your presence here today. As you know I have requested all of you to be present here to tell you about the IMF agreement.We became a bankrupt country a year ago. This is the first time we have had to restructure our debt with the support of the IMF and our creditors.And this is the first occasion we’ve had to restructure our debt with the support of IMF and our creditors.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe is scheduled to make a special statement in Parliament on Wednesday (22).In addition, the President is expected to table the agreement reached with the International Monetary Fund.In a special statement following the approval of the extended credit facility by the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Tuesday (21), President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized that Sri Lanka is no longer deemed bankrupt by the world.The President further stated that the loan facility serves as an assurance from the international community that Sri Lanka has the capacity to restructure its debt and resume normal transactions.Additionally, the President noted that the government is working to gradually lift import restrictions on essential goods, medicines, and tourism-related goods, as the foreign exchange situation improves.

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COLOMBO (News 1st); The United States of America has welcomed the approval of Sri Lanka’s IMF package."Great news & an important step on the road toward economic recovery," tweeted US Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung on Monday (20).She said that the Sri Lankan government will need to continue reforms and conclude debt restructuring agreements to ensure the program – and the economy – stay on track.She noted that structural & lasting reforms that address good governance & transparency are critical to ensure all citizens of Sri Lanka can prosper.IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva also noted that she was very pleased the Executive Board of the IMF had approved about $3 bn of IMF support for Sri Lanka’s economic policies & reforms. She said that it was an important milestone with International Creditors coming together to help to restore debt sustainability. "Crucial to unlock Sri Lanka's growth potential," she added.The International Monetary Fund said that it will enable an immediate disbursement equivalent to about US $ 333 million for Sri Lanka under EFF program, following Executive Board approval on Monday (20).The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) approved today a 48‑month extended arrangement under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) with an amount of SDR 2.286 billion (395 percent of quota or about US$3 billion).Sri Lanka has been hit hard by a catastrophic economic and humanitarian crisis.

COLOMBO (News 1st); The IMF Executive Board approved Sri Lanka’s program under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) that will enable Sri Lanka to access up to $7 billion in funding, reported the President's Media Division.President Ranil Wickremesinghe has expressed his gratitude for the support of the IMF and other international partners, said the PMD.It added that the President committed to full transparency in all discussions with financial institutions & creditors, & to achieve sustainable levels of debt through prudent fiscal management & an ambitious reform agenda.The IMF program is critical to achieving this vision & will help to improve Sri Lanka's standing in international capital markets, making it an attractive country for investors, talent, & tourists, said the President's Media Division.Earlier this month, Sri Lanka received IMF-compatible financing assurances from its official creditors, including Paris Club members, India and China, allowing the IMF to convene an Executive Board and consider Sri Lanka’s request for a loan.The program is expected to provide much-needed policy space to drive the economy out of the unprecedented challenges and instill confidence amongst all the stakeholders.President Ranil Wickremesinghe welcomed the announcement:“In the 75 years of Sri Lanka’s independence, there has never been a more critical period for ou economic future. Our official creditors have declared their support following continuous and positive engagements over the last few months, and we are pleased that the IMF Executive Board approved our program, enabling Sri Lanka to access up to US$ 7 billion in funding from the IMF and IFIs.

Robert Smith of The Cure performs at OVO Arena Wembley on December 12, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Shlomi Pinto/Getty Images) The Cure's lead vocalist Robert Smith is fighting back against Ticketmaster and its excessively high concert fees.After Ticketmaster received much criticism for the hefty price tag on their concert fees, Smith took to Twitter to share an update with his fans and expressed his resentment towards the company."I am as sickened as you all are by today's Ticketmaster 'fees' debacle.

Taylor Swift performs onstage for the opening night of "Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour" at State Farm Stadium on March 17, 2023 in Swift City, ERAzona (Glendale, Arizona). (Photo by John Shearer/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management) Taylor Swift opened her highly anticipated Eras Tour with an epic concert in Phoenix, Arizona, Friday night.The 33-year-old singer kicked off her first tour since 2018, performing 44 songs from ten albums over three hours, 15 minutes."I can't even go into how much I've missed you," Swift told the crowd of around 80,000 fans at State Farm Stadium, per BBC.When the hitmaker first announced her tour on Instagram in November, she said, "It's a journey through all of my musical eras of my career."Taylor Swift performs onstage for the opening night of "Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour" at State Farm Stadium on March 17, 2023 in Swift City, ERAzona (Glendale, Arizona).

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COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka's Foreign Minister Ali Sabry, PC said that four more countries have stepped forward to provide debt restructuring assurances to the International Monetary Fund.He tweeted that Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Hungary, and Kuwait have given debt restructuring assurances to IMF. The Foreign Minister is in the UK to attend the Commonwealth Day celebrations.Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ali Sabry will participate in the 22nd Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers Meeting (CFAMM) at the Commonwealth Headquarters, Marlborough House, London on 15 March 2023. This year’s CFAMM will engage the Foreign Ministers in discussing joint responses to shared challenges such as the need to build resilience for peaceful and sustainable societies, climate financing for environmental sustainability and leveraging intra -commonwealth trade and digital connectivity for economic recovery, food, and energy security.On the sidelines of these events, Minister Sabry will have a call on the Rt Hon James Cleverly, Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth Development Affairs (FCDO), bilateral meetings with Rt Hon Patricia Scotland KC, Secretary General of the Commonwealth, Ann Marie Trevelyan, Minister of State for Indo – Pacific FCDO and Lord Mervyn Davies of Abersoch, Prime Minister’s Trade Envoy for Sri Lanka. The Foreign Minister will also participate in an afternoon tea hosted by Rt Hon Lord Naseby at the House of Commons and deliver remarks on Sri Lanka’s relations with the UK to a cross section of British Parliamentarians organized by the Sri Lanka High Commission in London together with Sri Lanka Tea Board.

NEW YORK - Governments in the U.S. and Britain are taking extraordinary steps to prevent a potential banking crisis after the failure of California-based Silicon Valley Bank prompted fears of a broader upheaval.U.S.

SANTA CLARA, Calif. - The U.S. government took extraordinary steps Sunday to stop a potential banking crisis after the historic failure of Silicon Valley Bank, assuring all depositors at the failed institution that they could access all their money quickly, even as another major bank was shut down.The announcement came amid fears that the factors that caused the Santa Clara, California-based bank to fail could spread. Regulators had worked all weekend to try to find a buyer for the bank, which was the second-largest bank failure in history.

the historic failure of Silicon Valley Bank, assuring depositors at the failed financial institution that they would be able to access all of their money quickly.The announcement came amid fears that the factors that caused the Santa Clara, California-based bank to fail could spread, and only hours before trading began in Asia. Regulators had worked all weekend to try and come up with a buyer for the bank, which was the second largest bank failure in history.

(Reuters) – Sri Lanka aims to announce a debt-restructuring strategy in April and step up talks with commercial creditors ahead of an International Monetary Fund review of a bailout package in six months, the nation's central bank governor told Reuters.The crisis-hit island has secured financing assurances from all its major bilateral creditors, including India and China, and so has set the stage for the IMF to give its final approval for a $2.9 billion, four-year bailout package on March 20, the multilateral lender said on Tuesday.The bailout is the culmination of months of negotiations as Sri Lanka looks to emerge from its worst economic crisis in more than seven decades."When you see the staff level agreement published – that will contain our commitment to debt restructuring and that will also reveal medium-term debt targets for us to restore debt sustainability on a long-term basis," central bank Governor P. Nandalal Weerasinghe said on Thursday."So somewhere in April we will announce … how we are going to meet those medium-to-long-term (debt) targets.

 Sri Lanka’s rupee, which became the world’s best performing currency this year amid hopes of an International Monetary Fund bailout, may resume declines and lose a fifth of its value against the dollar by end-2023, according to Fitch Solutions.“We are optimistic that Sri Lanka will be able to secure an IMF board approval by early 2Q-2023,” said Seah Wang Ting, country risk analyst at Fitch Solutions. Nevertheless, there’s potential for disruptions after the initial board approval as authorities may find it challenging to stay on track with the IMF program amid a weakening economy and a local election likely on the horizon, he said.Fitch maintained its forecast for the rupee to weaken to a record low of 390 per dollar by year-end.