“New Zealand in talks with Sri Lanka on security cooperation to curb extremism” -Michael Appleton High Commissioner New Zealand-by Kelum Bandara Source:Dailymirror Economically we want to build a larger, more diverse trading relationship for the benefit of both sides We believe in an open, free and inclusive region The scrutiny applied to individuals seeking to enter New Zealand is based on the risk they pose, not where they come from New Zealand’s Sri Lankan community, which numbers around 17,000, is a dynamic, treasured and peaceful part of New Zealand society We are committed to doing everything we can to ensure the safety and security of everyone who calls New Zealand home New Zealand opened a resident mission in Sri Lanka recently to promotion of bilateral ties to a new level. Its High Commissioner Michael Appleton in an email interview with the Dailymirror responded to queries about the new areas of bilateral cooperation, ...

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Astra Zeneca-Oxford COVID vaccine by far the best for SL Source:Dailymirror The Astra Zeneca-oxford vaccine candidate is presently seen as the best for Sri Lanka against COVID-19, an official said yesterday. Director General of Health Services Dr. Asela Gunawardane told Daily Mirror, the final decision on the use of any vaccine would, however, depend on a myriad of other factors such as approval by the World Health Organization and purchasing agreements. ...

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