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Socialist Alliance calls on govt. to take immediate and principled action in defence of Cuba

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The Executive Committee of the Socialist Alliance yesterday strongly condemned what it described as an escalation of the United States’ “imperialist siege” against Cuba, and called on the Sri Lankan Government to take immediate and principled action in defence of Havana.

In a statement issued by its General Secretary, Dr. G. Weerasinghe, the Alliance, comprising the Communist Party of Sri Lanka, Lanka Sama Samaja Party, Democratic Left Front and Sri Lanka Mahajana Party, accused Washington of intensifying its decades-long blockade by disrupting Cuba’s vital energy supplies.

The statement said that after restricting Venezuela’s oil exports to Cuba, the United States had now pressured Mexico to halt its oil shipments to the island, which reportedly accounted for more than 40 percent of Cuba’s imports. This, it said, had effectively transformed an already “inhumane blockade” into a “total siege”, threatening power generation, production and the livelihoods of ordinary Cubans.

Full text of the statement, titled ‘Condemnation of US Imperialist Siege Against Cuba and Call for Sri Lanka Government to Act’: The Executive Committee of the Socialist Alliance (Communist Party of Sri Lanka, Lanka Sama Samaja Party, Democratic Left Front, Sri Lanka Mahajana Party) vehemently condemns the latest escalation of the decades-long criminal blockade against the Republic of Cuba by the United States of America. Washington, having already strangled Venezuela’s oil exports to the island, has now pressured the Mexican government into halting its crucial oil shipments, which constituted over 40% of Cuba’s imports. This calculated move transforms an inhumane blockade into a total siege, directly targeting power generation, production, and the livelihood of the Cuban people, with the explicit goal of provoking economic collapse and forcible regime change.

This act of economic warfare constitutes a blatant assault on Cuban sovereignty and a violation of all norms of international law and justice. It continues a pattern of US imperialist aggression across the hemisphere, treating nations as mere possessions to be dominated, as seen in the undermining of sovereignty in Argentina and the subjugation of Greenland. The US administration’s strategy of “blitzkrieg” seeks rapidly to crush independent nations, with Cuba as a primary target, before turning its focus to its global strategic confrontations – much as Hitler’s Nazi regime invaded and occupied Austria, Czechoslovakia and Poland before facing the Allied Powers in the Second World War.

Sri Lanka has a profound debt of gratitude to Cuba. During our nation’s most challenging hours of internal conflict, Cuba selflessly dispatched doctors to provide humanitarian medical assistance to our people in need, without conditions or political demands. This solidarity stands in stark contrast to the coercive and destructive policies of the United States.

We, therefore, issue a firm call to the Government of Sri Lanka: it is time to demonstrate principled courage and unequivocal solidarity. We urge the government immediately and forcefully to:

1. Publicly condemn the US-driven economic siege of Cuba at the United Nations and all relevant international forums.

2. Co-sponsor and rally support for the annual UN General Assembly resolution demanding an end to the US blockade against Cuba.

3. Explore all bilateral and multilateral avenues to provide tangible support to Cuba in overcoming this engineered crisis.

We demand all progressive anti-imperialist political forces, civil organisations and individuals to stand resolutely against the attempt of US imperialists to suffocate heroic Cuba and its people with this most inhuman blockade.

Silence in the face of such blatant coercion is complicity. The people of Sri Lanka remember friends in times of need. Now is the moment to stand with Cuba, as they stood with us. The imperialist strategy of economic strangulation today against Cuba is a threat to the sovereignty of all independent nations tomorrow. As Comrade Che Guevara stated, our greatest challenge is imperialism. It is a challenge we must resist together.


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The book “Intimidated?” presents a significant and timely contribution to understanding challenges, resilience, and innovation in the modern world, offering valuable insights for education, research, and social transformation – PM

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Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya made these remarks while participating in the book launch of “Intimidated?” authored by Professor Suranga Nanayakkara, Head of Department at the National University of Singapore, held on Saturday 28 March 2026 at the Lotus Hall of BMICH.

Authored by Professor Suranga Nanayakkara, the book “Intimidated?” reflects on contemporary global and personal challenges, innovation, and the importance of resilience, offering readers a thoughtful and inspiring perspective grounded in academic experience and global exposure. The publication, along with its English translation, was ceremonially presented to the Prime Minister during the event.

Congratulating the author on this important publication, the Prime Minister stated that such scholarly work plays a vital role in inspiring future generations, particularly students and young researchers, to think critically, embrace challenges, and contribute meaningfully to society. She further emphasized the importance of knowledge-sharing and innovation in shaping a progressive and inclusive educational environment in Sri Lanka.

The Prime Minister also ceremonially launched the programme to distribute 5,000 copies of the book free of charge to students and educational institutions, highlighting the importance of making knowledge accessible to a wider audience.

The event was attended by Deputy Minister of Digital Economy  Eranga Weeraratne, Secretary to the Ministry of Education  Nalaka Kaluwewa, family members of Professor Suranga Nanayakkara, university Vice Chancellors, professors and lecturers, senior officials of the Ministry of Education, school principals, students, and invited guests.

(Prime Minister’s Media Division)

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It is the government’s objective to create an education system that provides every child with access to modern technological opportunities — Prime Minister

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Prime Minister, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, stated that it is the government’s objective to establish an education system that ensures every child has access to modern technological opportunities.

The Prime Minister made these remarks while attending the opening ceremony of the National Competition of the World Robot Olympiad (WRO), that aims to elevate the technological skills of Sri Lanka’s younger generation to international standards, held on Saturday (28) at Burhani Serendib College in Colombo.

A total of 66 teams from schools across the island participated in this year’s competition, marking a threefold increase compared to last year. The event was held under the theme “Robots Meet Culture,” and  over 500 students,  presented creations blending local culture with modern engineering concepts.

Expressing her views, the Prime Minister stated:

“In today’s rapidly evolving world, giving priority to the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) should be a national priority.

Platforms such as the World Robot Olympiad provide opportunities for our younger generation to develop essential skills such as logical thinking, innovation, and teamwork”,

Sri Lanka participated  in the International Robot Olympiad held in Singapore in 2025, with two teams representing the country, which  marked a highly significant and enriching experience for our children.

The Prime Minister further emphasized that the government remains committed to building an education system that enables every child to benefit from such technological opportunities.

The event was attended by the Secretary to the Prime Minister,  Pradeep Saputhanthri, officials from the Indian High Commission, government officials, and school students.

(Prime Minister’s Media Division)

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Heat Index likely to increase up to ‘Caution level’ at some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern, Eastern, North-western, Northern and North-central provinces and in Monaragala district

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Warm Weather Advisory
Issued by the Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre
Issued at 3.30 p.m. on 29 March 2026, valid for 30 March 2026.

The Heat index, the temperature felt on human body is likely to increase up to ‘Caution level’ at some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern, Eastern, North-western, Northern and North-central provinces and in Monaragala district.

The Heat Index Forecast is calculated by using relative humidity and maximum temperature and this is the condition that is felt on your body. This is not the forecast of maximum temperature. It is generated by the Department of Meteorology for the next day period and prepared by using global numerical weather prediction model data.


Effect of the heat index on human body is mentioned in the above table and it is prepared on the advice of the Ministry of Health and Indigenous Medical Services.

ACTION REQUIRED
Job sites: Stay hydrated and takes breaks in the shade as often as possible.
Indoors: Check up on the elderly and the sick.
Vehicles: Never leave children unattended.
Outdoors: Limit strenuous outdoor activities, find shade and stay hydrated.
Dress: Wear lightweight and white or light-colored clothing.

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In addition, please refer to advisories issued by the Disaster Preparedness & Response Division, Ministry of Health in this regard as well. For further clarifications please contact 011-7446491.

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