π Sri Lanka's Smart Move on U.S. Tariffs. Reducing to 20% from the Initial 44% Deserves Recognition π±π°πΊπΈ
The government's diplomatic and economic efforts have successfully secured 20% in the Trump-tariffs imposed on key Sri Lankan exports to the United States.
Education is a journey, not a destination. It is not a place you arrive, but a path you walk, shaped by every experience, challenge and awakening. True education evolves with you, as you grow, reflect, and become.
#NathaliOnEducation
That's why education must never be a commodity. A nation that privatizes its classrooms mortgages its future. True progress begins with free, quality education that is accessible to every child, not for profit, but for the soul of the nation...
#EducationForAll
#SriLanka gets the biggest reduction in tariff from the original tariff, among the tariffs announced, 14%. It seems that discussions have yielded positive results. Still there is still room to develop a more effective strategy, to secure a more favorable overall deal for SL !
Today is World Rainforest Day πΏπ
The infographic below highlights the scale of tropical forest loss in 2024 π΄π. Understanding this data is the first step toward protecting one of our planet's most important ecosystems.
As the world grapples with rising divisions, global conflicts, and cultural polarization, appreciating the idiosyncrasies of diverse cultures can be a powerful tool for diplomacy, empathy, and peacebuilding.
#NathaliNotes
On this sacred Poson Poya Day,
we remember the moment that changed the soul of our nation the arrival of Arahant Mahinda Thero, bringing the light of the Dhamma to Sri Lanka. May we walk in the footsteps of wisdom, compassion, and peace. πβΈοΈ
Carl Saganβs timeless truth reminds us that even as we create machines with artificial intelligence, our own intelligence is rooted in the cosmos. Letβs build a future where technology reflects our shared origins and universal values. #AIwithEthics
The Labor Party has won the Australian general election. Accordingly, Labor Party leader and former Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will once again become the Prime Minister of Australia.
#geopolitics#australia
Mark Carney will be sworn in as prime minister in the coming days. Canadian Prime Minister Mark has served as governor of both Canada and Britain's central banks. He has said he will work to quickly resolve the trade tariff issue between Canada and the USA.
#geopolitics#Canada
First virtual meeting with π±π° President @anuradisanayake. I congratulated him on Sri Lanka's impressive achievements and discussed importance of continuing reforms supported by IMF arrangement to attract investments and raise living standards.