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Shehan Semasinghe

@shehansema

Sri Lanka's Former State Minister of Finance

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Sri Lanka’s economy has made a remarkable turnaround, achieving 5% growth in 2024 after a sharp contraction of 7.8% in 2022. This achievement stands as a testament to the strong leadership of President Ranil Wickremesinghe during the country’s most crucial moment, the support of

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Congratulations to our St. Joseph’s College, Anuradhapura! “Duty First” Celebrating 127 years of knowledge, growth, and excellence. May the legacy of St. Joseph’s College continue to inspire generations, shaping future leaders and fostering success for years to come

Congratulations to our St. Joseph’s College, Anuradhapura! “Duty First” Celebrating 127 years of knowledge, growth, and excellence. May the legacy of St. Joseph’s College continue to inspire generations, shaping future leaders and fostering success for years to come
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During my visit to Washington DC, I expressed my sincere gratitude to the teams of the IMF and World Bank Group for their invaluable support in helping Sri Lanka recover during our tenure. Their support was instrumental in helping Sri Lanka navigate and recover from the worst

During my visit to Washington DC, I expressed my sincere gratitude to the teams of the IMF and World Bank Group for their invaluable support in helping Sri Lanka recover during our tenure. Their support was instrumental in helping  Sri Lanka navigate and recover from the worst
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An unforgettable experience! Luray Caverns, the largest and most awe-inspiring cavern in the eastern United States, features massive chambers, stunning stalactites, and unique rock formations.

An unforgettable experience! Luray Caverns, the largest and most awe-inspiring cavern in the eastern United States, features massive chambers, stunning stalactites, and unique rock formations.
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I was amazed by the exhibits at The Royal Tyrrell Museum, Canada. It’s a world-renowned center for palaeontological research and home to an impressive collection of dinosaur fossils

I was amazed by the exhibits at The Royal Tyrrell Museum, Canada. It’s a world-renowned center for palaeontological research and home to an impressive collection of dinosaur fossils
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It was interesting to speak at the AIDDATA event at the William & Mary DC Center in Washington, D.C., where I shared Sri Lanka’s experience in successfully concluding debt restructuring. The discussion highlighted the key challenges, strategies, and collaborative efforts that

It was interesting to speak at the AIDDATA event at the William & Mary DC Center in Washington, D.C., where I shared Sri Lanka’s experience in successfully concluding debt restructuring. The discussion highlighted the key challenges, strategies, and collaborative efforts that
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We have once again shown that every decision we took was for the betterment of our country. The Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF), which protects the hard-earned savings of our workers, became even stronger in 2024. The Central Bank has approved an interest rate of 11% on EPF

We have once again shown that every decision we took was for the betterment of our country.

The Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF), which protects the hard-earned savings of our workers, became even stronger in 2024. The Central Bank has approved an interest rate of 11% on EPF
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The IMF has revised its global growth forecast for 2025 down to 2.8% from 3.3% in January, citing rising trade tensions and high uncertainty about future policies as key factors affecting global economic activity. In this context, it is important for governments, especially in

The IMF has revised its global growth forecast for 2025 down to 2.8% from 3.3% in January, citing rising trade tensions and high uncertainty about future policies as key factors affecting global economic activity. In this context, it is important for governments, especially in
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The Asian Development Bank (ADB), in its April 2025 forecast, projects Sri Lanka’s recovery to continue with a growth of 3.9% in 2025 and 3.4% in 2026, which is slower than the 5% growth recorded in 2024. In an increasingly challenging global environment, it is crucial that the

The Asian Development Bank (ADB), in its April 2025 forecast, projects Sri Lanka’s recovery to continue with a growth of 3.9% in 2025 and 3.4% in 2026, which is slower than the 5% growth recorded in 2024. In an increasingly challenging global environment, it is crucial that the
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It is essential that we protect the hard-earned reforms and sound policies we have implemented. Sri Lanka stands at a critical turning point, with an opportunity to build a sustainable and resilient economy. Reversing course now would jeopardize the progress we have made and

It is essential that we protect the hard-earned reforms and sound policies we have implemented. Sri Lanka stands at a critical turning point, with an opportunity to build a sustainable and resilient economy. Reversing course now would jeopardize the progress we have made and
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Heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Mahinda Siriwardane Mahinda Siriwardana on his appointment as Alternate Executive Director of the Asian Development Bank (ADB). At a time when Sri Lanka was facing its most severe economic crisis, he took on the role of Secretary to the Ministry of

Heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Mahinda Siriwardane <a href="/mahindasiriwar6/">Mahinda Siriwardana</a> on his appointment as Alternate Executive Director of the Asian Development Bank (ADB). At a time when Sri Lanka was facing its most severe economic crisis, he took on the role of Secretary to the Ministry of
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Deeply saddened by the tragic Air India incident and the heartbreaking loss of medical students. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families during this unimaginable time. May their loved ones find strength, peace, and comfort in this hour of profound grief.

Deeply saddened by the tragic Air India incident and the heartbreaking loss of medical students. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families during this unimaginable time. May their loved ones find strength, peace, and comfort in this hour of profound grief.
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Deepest sympathies on the passing of Hon. Gamini Lokuge, former Minister. His decades of service to the people of Sri Lanka will be remembered with gratitude. May he attain Nibbana !

Deepest sympathies on the passing of Hon. Gamini Lokuge, former Minister.
His decades of service to the people of Sri Lanka will be remembered with gratitude. May he attain Nibbana !