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Lanka tells ASEAN Regional Forum:

Sri Lanka yesterday called for a “cohesive and concerted stand” by the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) to wipe out terrorism.

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Rizana case: Govt vows action against all responsible

The Government yesterday assured that action will be taken against all parties responsible for sending 17 year old Rizana Nazik for foreign employment.

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Boost for Sri Lanka-Israel ties

Lanka-Israeli ties received a boost this week with a four-day visit by Foreign Secretary Dr. Palitha Kohona. Dr. Kohona was invited by Aaron Abramovich, Director General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Israel.

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Sampath Bank records Rs. 1b profit in 2006

Sampath Bank has recorded an impressive growth in 2006. Pre-tax profits of the Bank grew by 75 per cent over 2005 to Rs 2.268 million, despite a 160 per cent increase in corporate tax and a 98 per cent increase in VAT.

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