The Ambassador of the Republic
of Korea, Choi Ki Chul paid a courtesy call on Higher
Education Minister Prof. Wiswa Warnapala, at the Higher
Education Ministry. The Korean Ambassador said he would take
a personal interest and encourage the Government and various
agencies in Korea to assist universities in Sri Lanka. The
granting of postgraduate scholarships to Sri Lankan
graduates will also be considered. The Ambassador requested
the Minister to explore the possibilities of teaching the
Korean langauge in local universities. The Minister said he
would take-up the matter with the University Grants
Commission and relevant universities.
UNP trying to scuttle anti-terrorism drive - Cabinet Spokesman
The Government is successfully defeating terrorism and carrying out
humanitarian operations while the United National Party (UNP) is trying
its best to create trouble and misinterpret Government victories.
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