Kishimoto Takaomi the new chief Advisor (Successor to Mr. Prime Minister, H. The Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka THE PREPARATORY SURVEY ON WATER SECTOR DEVELOPMENT PROJECT III IN THE DEMOCRATIC SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF SRI LANKA FINAL REPORT VOLUME I EXECUTIVE SUMMARY May 2015 Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Nihon Suido Consultants Co. The cumulative amount of yen loans approved for Sri Lanka has now exceeded 1 trillion yen. Date R/D Signed. Despite interest from Chinese firms, contractual agreements require that Japanese Nov 25, 2021 · On the other hand, Sri Lanka as an island country will immensely benefit for regional cooperation and social inclusion. It is expected that SLCG will play a more important role in maritime safety and security around Sri Lanka maintaining a safer sea for all. Organization. (JSCOT) On the 2nd of July 2008, Mr. 2 Relevance at the time of evaluation The telecommunications sector remains an important sector in the development plan of Sri Lanka. (TCP) The Project for Livelihood Enhancement of Small and Medium Scale Health Information and Quality Improvement Project (Debt to Health Swap in Sri Lanka) APVAX. 3. Project Map (PDF/18. Hiramatsu Jan 30, 2023 · JICA will work on plastic issues aspiring for a sound material cycle society and circular economy in Sri Lanka in collaboration with various partners further. JICA Continuing Strengthening of Medical Care in Base Hospitals in Sri Lanka. The main products of this company are sensors for seat belts, air bags and sun Feb 15, 2024 · JICA will be funding a renewable energy program which includes the establishment of solar energy units in Sri Lanka’s hospitals, Minister Bandula Gunawardena said last week. Mar 18, 2019 · Home; Technical Cooperation Projects; Index of Countries; Asia; Sri Lanka; The Project for Strengthening Education for Children with Special Needs through Inclusive Education Approach in Sri Lanka The first loan projects launched in Sri Lanka. (TCP) The Project for Promotion of Safe and Appropriate Use of Pesticides and Fertilizer in the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka. On 25th of February, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) together with Department of Social Services held the first Awarding ceremony for Social Service Officers (SSOs), Human Resource Development Officers (HRDOs), ESPD partner companies, workers with disabilities and other stakeholders as contributors of the linkage creating program (LCP) under the ESPD project with the presence of This commenced in 2012, and it was the first time in 25 years that JICA volunteers were sent to former war-torn regions. While in the country, he met with dignitaries including President and Finance Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena, signed an agreement to provide grant aid for the “Project for the Stabilization of Power Supply Using Renewable Energy at Hospitals October 13, 2023. (94) 112 694033|. The project focused on non-structural measures for landslide disaster risk in Sri Lanka and introduced several novel concepts especially on land use planning and policy. Background. Yamada Tetsuya, Chief Representative of JICA Sri Lanka office and Mr. It is stated that the relevant Ministries and Western Province work together to support local authorities for the implementation of the MP. In Sri Lanka, Japan has been providing financial and technical assistance since 1954 and is one of the largest donors to the country. Mar. It is prepared by the Ceylon Electricity Board which is the Project Proponent (PP) with the technical expertise of the JICA Study Team and the Center for Environmental Studies, University of Peradeniya, for the purpose of obtaining environmental approval under the National Environmental Act. 10MB) Under its new vision of "Leading the world with trust" set out in July 2017, JICA supports the resolution of issues in developing countries through a flexible combination of various types of assistance methods. YAMADA Tetsuya, Chief Representative JICA Sri Lanka in the opening ceremony. Under this project, JICA is providing technical Mar 29, 2023 · On 29th March 2023, the Record of Discussions was signed by Dr. President's Desk. Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Aviation Nimal Siripala de Silva announced that the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) will discuss resuming their projects in Sri Lanka next week, following recent debt restructuring efforts. The Project for Establishment of Japan Sri Lanka College of Technology to Strenghthen Technical Education in Sri Lanka. The Project (Sri Lankan side and Japanese side) documents the recommendations for a wider application of the models. Nov 9, 2007 · Mr. Apr 24, 2022 · The consultants–who indicate that they were blindsided–have now asked the funding agency, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), to help secure their unpaid project termination claims so as to avoid seeking international arbitration which could prove even costlier for the Sri Lankan Government. 59MB) JICA Volunteer Programme. President, H. Ambassador of Japan in Sri Lanka, Chief Representative of JICA Sri Lanka Office and many other dignitaries. Finally we, all Apr 7, 2024 · COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka's Foreign Affairs Minister Ali Sabry, PC held a meeting with senior management of the Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA) in Japan. Ministry of Education. In Sri Lanka, the lives of May 19, 2023 · Ms. Rohan Pallewatta, Managing Director of the company, warmly welcomed us and briefed about the factory. Its efforts in strengthening infrastructure, expanding social Apr 14, 2023 · JICA has been providing technical cooperation project since 1954 and concessionary ODA loan since 1977 to Sri Lanka. May 30, 2006 · Department of Technical Education & Training (DTET), conducted its 2nd National Skills Competition on 30th January 2006 at Rathmalana Technical College and the awarding ceremony was held at the auditorium of DTET on 24th May 2006 in collaboration with JICA. Tanaka Akihiko, the President of Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), called on President Ranil Wickremesinghe, last - Get the latest breaking news and top stories from Sri Lanka, the latest political news, sports news, weather updates, exam results, business news, entertainment news, world news and much more from News 1st, Sri Lanka's leading news network. Takashima, Mr. JICA Project Map. Training. font size. Jun 20, 2014 · The Project aims to improve the quality of public services provided in the conflict-affected areas of Sri Lanka through the training of the Frontline Officers and developing their capacity on community development activities; and the participants visited Ohnan-cho to see the examples of community development projects in Japan. Project for Establishment of Japan Sri Lanka College of Technology to Strengthen Technical Education and Training in Sri Lanka (JSCoT) Project Purpose. State Minister of Rural and Divisional Drinking Water Supply Projects JICA Project Map. JICA focuses on three priority areas in Sri Lanka: "Promoting Quality Growth", "Development JICA Project for Strengthening Education for Children with Special Needs through Inclusive Education Approach in Sri Lanka(REACH-SS) Newsletter No. Japan began providing technical cooperation to Sri Lanka in the 1950s and ODA loans in the 1960s. Working Together for Effective Public Investment Management. Therefore, the decision to provide assistance for this project was appropriate at the time of appraisal. Home / Projects / Health & Medical Service Improvement Project – JICA. Contact Information. Nov. I believe that Since opening the first office in Colombo – Sri Lanka's commercial capital - in 1982, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has extended its support to the Government of Sri Lanka to implement a wide range of projects across the country benefiting all Sri Lankans. WE’RE IN SOCIAL. Skills Competition is one of the activities of the JSCoT project. The 2nd batch of the 3rd phase of JDS Programme has commenced on June 26th, 2018 based on a Grant Agreement signed between the Government of Sri Lanka and JICA. 23,2019. Jan 22, 2024 · ECONOMYNEXT – The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) are working to introduce Sri Lankan ICT companies to the Japanese market, the EDB said. The average JICA hourly pay ranges from approximately $28 per hour (estimate) for a Retail Sales Associate to $52 per hour (estimate) for a Program Officer. By closing this message or just continuing to browse the site Nov 17, 2021 · Kandy waste management plant. Fig 1. The EIAR is prepared Oct 13, 2023 · Mr. The ceremony was attended by Sri Lankan H. The Project for Strengthening Education for Children with Special Needs through Inclusive Education Approach in Sri Lanka. Despite interest from Chinese firms, contractual agreements require that Japanese Country, Site: Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura: Project Outline: The objective of the Project is to provide safe drinking water by constructing water supply facilities in the Anuradhapura North area where the people depend on unsafe ground water which causes dental fluorosis, and thereby contribute to improving living standard, hygienic status and health condition in the area. Although the Unemployment rate declined from 1990 to 2000, it has gradually increased since 2000. The DTET, Sri Lanka's primer technical training provider, strengthenes its Career Guidance Center at Maradana College of Technology under the JSCoT project aided by JICA. August 8, 2022. Research. JICA launched a three year technical cooperation project with SLCG on oil spill response capability improvement. In 1954, Japan joined the Colombo Plan, which was launched in 1950. Some hospitals need to suspend their surgeries because of lack of medicines and surgical equipment. Projects. He said Apr 14, 2023 · JICA has been providing technical cooperation project since 1954 and concessionary ODA loan since 1977 to Sri Lanka. Jun 6, 2024 · The average JICA salary ranges from approximately $67,603 per year (estimate) for a Junior Graphic Designer to $109,694 per year (estimate) for a Program Officer. This project is designed to improve breeding and feeding & dairy management appropriate for small scale dairy farming and eventually increase the milk productivity in the target areas. According to age brackets, young generation (from 15years to 24 years) shows the high unemployment rate (Fig 1). Apr 4, 2023 · JICA has been providing technical cooperation project since 1954 and concessionary ODA loan since 1977 to Sri Lanka. Feb 24, 2023 · Since the inception of this series of technical cooperation by JICA in 2014, more than 200 SLCG officers have joined JICA's training program. 10MB) Aug 27, 2009 · The Japan-Sri Lanka College of Technology (JSCoT) Project was represented at the recently concluded IVETA (International Vocational Education and Training Association) South Asian Regional Conference held from 19 to 21 August 2009 at the Taj Samudra Hotel in Colombo. Nov 25, 2021 · JICA Sri Lanka and Department of Meteorology have launched a project called "Project for Capacity Building of Meteorological Observation, Weather Forecasting and Warning Issuance by Utilization of Weather Radars" to streamline the current whether forecasting system in more user friendly manner. 8,646 likes · 36 talking about this. Small Scale Dairy Farming Improvement through Genetic and Feeding Management Improvement Project (GFMI Project) Country. Implementing Organization. Atsushi Takahashi ) Mr. The objective of the project is to formulate comprehensive storm water drainage plan in Greater Colombo area by reviewing existing storm water drainage plan in the area prepared in 2003. Nov 28, 2007 · Requests for the dispatch of a long-term expert on Mechatronics and Japan Ovearseas Cooperation Volunteers (JOCV) on IT as well as for the continuous JICA support were expressed from the Sri Lankan side, while the initiative for sustainable management of the Project by DTET and the College was stressed by the JICA officials. 1, 2005 to June 30, 2010. 1965 Started loan assistance to Sri Project Outline: The objective of this project is to alleviate the risk of landslide on national roads with a high risk of landslide disasters in 7 landslide-prone districts by implementing countermeasures for slopes along major national roads, which are basic infrastructure. She also highlighted that the MP is a valuable and exemplary model that Feb 1, 2005 · Cooperation period. Education. Category: B: Reason of Categorization Jul 29, 2021 · Under its new vision of "Leading the world with trust" set out in July 2017, JICA supports the resolution of issues in developing countries through a flexible combination of various types of assistance methods. Anil Jasinghe, Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Mr. He added that JICA expressed its appreciation Nov 17, 2021 · JICA continuously supports the Sri Lankan Government in the Management of its Sewerage problem systematically, says Mr. Aug 7, 2007 · JICA has provided assistance, as one of its cordial assistance towards the country, to Sri Lanka CoT in Maradana, Colombo in the development of three model courses such as Mechatronics, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and Metal Technology through the Project for the establishment of Japan-Sri Lanka College of Technology (JSCoT). Mahinda Rajapaksa, Prime Minister and Hon. Administration. From Mar. Suwasiripaya, No. The Telecommunication Network Expansion Project and the Inginimitiya Dam Project. Under this project, JICA is providing technical Apr 9, 2022 · JICA and the Ministry of Agriculture reached an agreement to start the implementation phase of the "The Project for Livelihood Enhancement of Small and Medium Scale Agri Producers through Strengthening Supply Chain Structure", and Mr. Obeyesekara. Rohan said, "This company is the only company in Sri Lanka who exports sensors to the foreign market". Further capacity development training is planned in Japan this year. JICA Expert members conducted an This evaluation study covers the cooperation projects implemented by JICA for Sri Lanka during the period 1990-2000. The students and staff members of the CoT were present at this occation including Mr. JICA, the world Health & Medical Service Improvement Project – JICA – Ministry Of Health Sri Lanka. K M Mahinda Siriwardana and Chief Representative to JICA Sri Lanka office, Mr. E. BRS-Norad-1 project, implemented by the Secretariat of the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment of Sri Lanka and IGES-CCET 1. Background and Necessity of the Project (1) Current State and Issues of the Health Sector in Sri Lanka and the Priority of the Project Dec 5, 2022 · On November 23, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed a Record of Discussions with the Government of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka in Colombo for the Project for Women’s Economic Empowerment through Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Networking, a technical cooperation project. 1982 JICA Sri Lanka office established. Hon. By Senior Professor (Chair) H. 1961 Overseas Economic Cooperation Fund (OECF) established in Japan. Baddegama Wimalawansa Thero Mawatha,Colombo 10, Sri Lanka. Map of JICA Major Projects in Sri Lanka (PDF/127KB) Japan International Cooperation Agency Who We Are. By closing this message or just continuing to browse the site Jan 31, 2023 · September 2, 2022. Tetsuya Yamada, Chief Representative of JICA Sri Lanka emphasized that “since plastic management system is complicated, cooperation with various stakeholders including private companies, research institutes, NGOs, development partners, etc. Nearly 10 senior staff Feb 15, 2024 · The project, initially launched in 2020 with a JICA soft loan of 145 billion rupees, was halted in March 2022 as Sri Lanka declared it would default on its debt. Through the Programme, JICA will offer 15 Master Degrees and 2 Doctoral Degree slots annually. 2. 385,Rev. Unemployment Problem in Sri Lanka. Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is the executing agency of Japan's Bilateral Official Development Assistance (ODA). Since then, JICA as a development partner continues to support the Government of Sri Lanka to implement a wide range of projects. Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksha ceremonially opens the Kandy New Wastewater Management System on 17th November 2021 in the presence of H. DTET gains managerial and technical capacity to establish CoTs in each province by introducing model courses of NVQ levels 5&6 in Maradana CoT to train technicians. Project Outputs Dec 15, 2021 · On November 24, an opening ceremony for the New Kelani Bridge was held in Colombo, the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka. Web Systems. . Katsumi Takashima, Factory Manager and Mr. The Project (Sri Lankan side and Japanese side) submits the recommendations to the relevant Dec 1, 2023 · Bias and discrimination against persons with disabilities have been deeply rooted in Sri Lanka, but the attitudes toward their employment are gradually changing. M. Its efforts in strengthening infrastructure, expanding social The objective of the project is to mitigate and disperse traffic congestion by constructing a new bridge over the Kelani River, thereby contributing to improve transportation network in Colombo city and promote economic development. 7MB) Project Map for JICA brief (PDF/1. Umimae, the Chief Advisor of JSCoT Project, thanked Mr. Gotabaya Rajapaksa, President, Hon. Project Purpose. Unemployment by age groups (Source: Employment and unemployment in Sri Lanka - Trends, issues Feb 26, 2024 · From February 13 to 16, JICA President Tanaka Akihiko visited the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka. Kumaragura from Colombo Chamber of Commerce (CCC) said that their organization has been Dec 5, 2022 · On November 23, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) signed a Record of Discussions with the Government of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka in Colombo for the Project for Women’s Economic Empowerment through Entrepreneurship, Leadership and Networking, a technical cooperation project. Karunaratne, the Vice Chancellor of the University of Colombo, and Professor Itami Hiroyuki President of the Apr 17, 2023 · During the meeting, Imoto Sachiko claimed that the JICA eagerly awaits to resume the Japan-funded development projects in Sri Lanka. JICA Profile (PDF/1. 1981 The first batch of 11 Japanese Volunteers arrived in Sri Lanka. MIZUKOSHI Hideaki, Ambassador of Japan to the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, Hon. Ko Oct 19, 2022 · October 19, 2022. Oct 20, 2022 · The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has suspended funding for 12 projects in Sri Lanka until there is an agreement on restructuring Sri Lanka’s debt, a Minister told Parliament today. Lecture on Economic Growth and Development in Japan. Country Program Evaluation is based on individual project/program evaluation and sectoral evaluation. November 14, 2023. (94) 112 675449. Sri Lanka's primary education has achieved both the Country, Site: Western Province, Sri Lanka: Project Outline: The objective of the Project is to establish and implement proper solid waste management policy, system and plan in the Western Province by formulating Western Province Solid Waste Management Master Plan in accordance with the National Policy on Solid Waste Management (2007), the related environmental regulations, provincial council Jul 14, 2008 · A new Team of Experts arrived to Sri Lanka to Carryout duties related to the latter half of the Japan Sri Lanka College of Technology Project. Rohan and staff of the company for the opportunity that they gave to visit their company and suggested to forge a close cooperation between the company and the Project. Bandaranayake, Secretary to the Ministry of Agriculture signed the agreement. JICA focuses on three priority areas in Sri Lanka: "Promoting Quality Growth", "Development the Guide for sustainable planning, management, and pollution control of waste landfills in Sri Lanka, the project aimed at strengthening research and development capacities on pollution control and environmental restoration technologies of waste landfill sites, thereby contributing to the sustainable solid waste management in Sri Lanka. September 1, 2022. (94) 112 675011|. The year 2021 marks the 40th anniversary of JOCV activity in Sri Lanka and the year 2022 marks the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Sri Lanka. The country office of JICA (Japan International Cooperation Agency) in JICA has developed a cooperative and friendly relationship with Sri Lanka for many years. Term of Cooperation. 5. , Ltd. Saito Hiroshi, the Project Coordinator (Successor to Mr. 17, 2022. Field Visit to Colombo Dockyard PLC. Sri Lanka COVID-19 Emergency Response & Health Systems Preparedness Project. “Twelve projects funded by Japan under JICA will be suspended until the IMF establishes a Nov 23, 2021 · The inauguration of new bridge across Kelani River at Peliyagoda is scheduled to be held on 24th of November 2021 with the participation of H. Jan 30, 2023 · JICA will work on plastic issues aspiring for a sound material cycle society and circular economy in Sri Lanka in collaboration with various partners further. 15MB) JICA Profile. Minister Water Supply Vasudeva Nanayakkara, Hon. Name of the Project Country: The Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka Name of the Project: Health and Medical Service Improvement Project Loan Agreement: July 11, 2018 2. He said that they discussed the issues relating to the immediate resumption of suspended projects by expending formalities. (Pvt) Ltd, at the Export Processing Zone, Biyagama. H. Jul 4, 2024 · July 04, 2024. Sectoral evaluation covers the following five sectors considered to be priority sectors in the Japan’s assistance to Sri Lanka: Sri Lanka; Employment Opportunities; JICA website uses cookies to provide you with a better service. Each session of the training consists of lecture, group assignment including role-play and summary with the active involvement of the participants. Oct 30, 2014 · As a part of the KAIZEN project, the Tanzania KAIZEN Unit (TKU) staff and officials from the implementing organizations; Ministry of Industry and Trade (MIT), College of Business Education (CBE), and Small Industries Development Organization (SIDO) attended a short training in Colombo, Sri Lanka between 11th and 17th October. This technical cooperation project is expected Sri Lanka; Employment Opportunities; JICA website uses cookies to provide you with a better service. MIZUKOSHI Hideaki, Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka, YAMADA Hydropower Station in Sri Lanka. JICA Sri Lanka/スリランカ事務所, Colombo, Sri Lanka. Sep 25, 2023 · Job coach provides support for PWDs, employers and co-workers to create better and sustainable employment. Ports and Aviation Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva said that among the projects suspended is the expansion project of the Bandaranaike International Airport. Sep 26, 2022 · JICA has decided to provide additional support to procure medicine under this project, responding to the serious medicine shortages in Sri Lanka. Feb. Nov 9, 2007 · On the 09th of November 2007, we visited the Lanka Harness Co. Tetsuya Yamada on 8 August, 2022 at the Ministry of Finance. The International Day of Persons with Disabilities offers a chance to reflect on JICA's project and broader social issues related to employing persons with disabilities. Following the project Kickoff in July 2022, a JICA mission has been deployed to Sri Lanka Coast Guard from 29th August to 2nd September that consists of three (3) JCG officers including the Mobile Cooperation Team as JICA Experts and a Senior Advisor of JICA HQs to commence project activities in Sri Lanka. Feb 1, 2005 · Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) provides technical cooperation and other forms of aid promoting economic and social development in developing countries and aims to advance international cooperation. Feb 20, 2020 · The Project (Sri Lankan side and Japanese side) draws the lessons and suggestions for a wider application of the models. The project is not likely to have significant adverse impact on the environment under the JICA guidelines for environmental and social considerations (April Aug 14, 2022 · Ports, Shipping and Aviation Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva told Parliament this week 12 projects of Japan’s official overseas development arm were halted until the IMF established a roadmap on Sri Lanka’s debt and sustainability. E. Yoshiaki Umimae, to Dr. The development strategies of Sri Lanka “Regaining Sri Lanka” (December The Project for Strengthening Education for Children with Special Needs through Inclusive Education Approach in Sri Lanka. Project Name. is critical factor for the project success. Sri Lanka has defaulted on JICA repayments since April, authoritative sources said. The project is likely to have significant adverse impact on the environment under the JICA guidelines for Jul 4, 2024 · July 04, 2024. JICA actively cooperates with Sri Lanka’s disaster mitigation projects taking advantage of Japan’s experience in similar situations. (TCP) Dairy Development Project in Northern Province in Sri Lanka. L. Feb 3, 2022 · Sri Lanka; The Project for Capacity Enhancement of Elderly Service Management in the Community; JICA website uses cookies to provide you with a better service. Yoshiaki Umimae), Mr. Since opening the first office in Colombo – Sri Lanka's commercial capital - in 1982, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has extended its support to the Government of Sri Lanka to implement a wide range of projects across the country benefiting all Sri Lankans. Who We Are. Johnston Fernando, Minister of Highways and others from Sri Lanka, and by H. D. Minister de Silva actively pursued the project's resumption JICA has developed a cooperative and friendly relationship with Sri Lanka for many years. 2. telephone lines in Sri Lanka. April 12, 2022: A five-page statement from Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Finance (MoF) announcing a sovereign debt default takes creditors by surprise. October 19, 2023. BRS-Norad-1 project, implemented by the Secretariat of the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment of Sri Lanka and IGES-CCET Nov 25, 2021 · JICA Sri Lanka and Department of Meteorology have launched a project called "Project for Capacity Building of Meteorological Observation, Weather Forecasting and Warning Issuance by Utilization of Weather Radars" to streamline the current whether forecasting system in more user friendly manner. Mr. Country. 1. Sri Lanka is also threatened by natural disasters including floods and landslides which occur every year resulting in a loss of life and major damage to roads and other basic infrastructure. The initial phase of the Anuradhapura North Water Supply Project which was inaugurated this morning (15) was done with financial backing from JICA. 18, 2019 to Mar. The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has suspended funding for 12 projects in Sri Lanka until there is an agreement on restructuring Sri Lanka’s debt, a Minister told Parliament today. This caused contractors to abandon construction of essential components, leaving only 6% of the project completed. Since then, JICA as a development partner continues to support the Government of Sri Lanka to implement a range of projects across priority sectors, intensifying the overall growth of Sri Lanka. 3(March 2022) First visit to pilot schools in 2 years Aug 10, 2022 · Wednesday August 10, 2022 2:19 pm. The 1st lot of equipment was handed over by Mr. Inauguration Ceremony of JICA Chair Program 2023/2024. Kodippiliarachchi expressed her heartfelt appreciation to JICA to support solving waste management issues in Western Province. Semasinghe engaged with global leaders to discuss Sri Lanka’s priorities and explored opportunities for collaboration to further the progress that Sri Lanka has made towards economic recovery and sustainability. The project “aims to assist approximately 30 SME ICT/BPM companies and tech startups in two cohorts over a two-year period starting in 2024 Jun 25, 2024 · New Delhi, June 25th, 2024: A Nine-member delegation from Sri Lanka comprising of officials from the Ministry of Women, Child Affairs and Social Empowerment (MoWCASE) and officials of two districts visited Delhi and Himachal Pradesh from June 19th to 23rd to learn success cases of women’s economic empowerment in two projects financed by JICA and implemented by the State’s departments of Feb 15, 2024 · COLOMBO (News 1st); Dr. D. Sri Lanka. Tetsuya YAMADA, Chief Representative, JICA Sri Lanka office for the Project for Strengthening Plastic Management Capacity, a technical cooperation project. 40 Years Achievement of JICA Volunteers (PDF/2. Among them is the Japan International Cooperation Agency, Sri Lanka’s longstanding friend and development partner. Sri Lanka is still facing serious shortages of medicine due to the ongoing crisis. JICA's project is a key factor in this change. 1. Financial Detail. The Ministry of Health is the government institution charged with governing the entire Sri Lankan health system. JICA employees rate the Jan 31, 2023 · Project SABO, which was being implemented by NBRO and JICA until October 2022 was one of the key elements in this symposium. August 20, 2022. As a result, in 1982, JICA Sri Lanka Office was established and among the many commendable joint interventions are infrastructure development for JDS Programme in Sri Lanka. Ports and Aviation Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva said that among the projects suspended is the expansion project of the Program for Development support of fishing and agrarian villages. Aug 8, 2022 · A Grant Agreement was concluded for an amount of 282 million Japanese Yen, approximately 739 Sri Lankan Rupees between the Secretary to Ministry of Finance, Mr. JICA, the world biggest bilateral aid agency, works in over 150 countries and regions. In Sri Lanka, the lives of Who and what derailed JICA’s LRT project. Jun 25, 2022 · In 2021, the Government of Sri Lanka requested to the Government of Japan for a new technical cooperation project to strengthen the university's education and research infrastructure and university management, while continuing to utilize the facilities and equipment provided in the grant project. 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