Prime Minister Harini appointed chairperson of Sri Lanka’s National Commission for UNESCO

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Colombo, July 30 (Daily Mirror) - Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has been appointed as the Chairperson of the Sri Lanka National Commission for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), the Prime Minister’s Media Division announced.

Nalaka Kaluwawa, Secretary to the Ministry of Education, has been named Vice Chairperson of the Commission.

The appointments were formalized during a ceremony held on Tuesday (July 29) at the Ministry of Education in Isurupaya, Battaramulla, with Prime Minister Amarasuriya in attendance.

According to the statement, the National Commission is tasked with coordinating efforts across key ministries to support UNESCO’s core mandates — including education, science, culture, mass communication, social sciences, and environmental initiatives — in alignment with Sri Lanka’s national development goals.

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Rafeek Wednesday, 30 July 2025 12:18 PM

The Sri Lankan opposition is expressing complai over the the Prime Minister, raising questions about the legitimacy of the present educational role. However, global organizations, including the United Nations, have acknowledged the Prime Minister’s qualifications and recognized her capacity to lead. This recognition has further strengthened her international credibility and influence. As a result, Sri Lanka now stands to benefit from increased access to global platforms, funding, and technical assistance—particularly in the field of education. In a significant development, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has been appointed as the Chairperson of the Sri Lanka National Commission for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). Her appointment opens new opportunities for the implementation of educational reforms and development initiatives aligned with international standards. With her background in education and social development, Dr. Amarasuri

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Zarook Wednesday, 30 July 2025 01:35 PM

Yoda Pachini no action Pacha talking only. Enjoying super luxury vehicles similar to kaputas.

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Open eyes - Western agenda Wednesday, 30 July 2025 02:52 PM

You have simply fallen to the trap, this is part

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CONGRATULATION TO BOTH SELECTIONS. Wednesday, 30 July 2025 04:18 PM

RAFEEK, GREAT COMMENT AND HOPE THIS FACT IS DIGESTED BY ALL THOSE WHO TRY DESPERATELY TO BRING THE GOVT INTO DISREPUTE. OUR PM IS WELL QUALIFIED TO HEAD THIS COMMISSION FOR UNESCO AND WILL BRING UP OUR EDUCATION STANDARD AND ENSURE THAT ALL CHILDREN ARE GIVEN THE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY IN EDUCATING THEMSELVES, SO THEY CAN BE PRODUCTIVE AND GAIN EMPLOYMENT TO HELP FEED THEIR FAMILIES.

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DOT Wednesday, 30 July 2025 12:42 PM

Congratulations ! Try to bring US back to the business: A simple challenge!

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Russel Harmmer Wednesday, 30 July 2025 12:51 PM

Congratulations Madam. You deserve this position and can perform well in the future for the development plans to our nation.

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Professor J.D. Cruz Wednesday, 30 July 2025 12:52 PM

Great achivement, best of luck Harini. It is not a easy achivement, becasue of your hard work and merits you got this position.

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M Akthar Wednesday, 30 July 2025 06:13 PM

Exactly, congrats..

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Umar Perera Wednesday, 30 July 2025 01:54 PM

Will HA ensure that the 'environmental initiatives' which are part of her remit in this post will safeguard all forest reserves and ALL our wildlife, especially our elephants and leopards?

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Danny Wednesday, 30 July 2025 03:34 PM

Will the UNSCO looked to the mess created with the ancient site at Guruntoor by Vijara Wicramanayaka, the former minister?

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Real Doctor mbbs.md Wednesday, 30 July 2025 08:59 PM

Now for our NPP slaves consider UN, UNESCO as the gold standard. Thanks to these idiots this PM is thriving who deserves a chase away

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R Navaratnam Thursday, 31 July 2025 06:59 AM

I think the fist most important responsibility is to improve the education of Sri Lankans; therefore will encourage you to not to accept UNESCO role. Over to you, educated Madam PM.

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