AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoScam Alert: Sri Lanka Police warned the public about fake websites and text messages impersonating GovPay, urging people to ignore unofficial links and remember officers issue traffic fines only on the spot or through legal process. Customs Crackdown: Sri Lanka Customs seized a Rs. 550 million cigarette consignment falsely declared as “cool panels,” flagging an attempted Rs. 450 million tax evasion. Health & Tech: Asiri Surgical Hospital carried out Sri Lanka’s first AI-assisted robotic surgeries, including uterus removal and a complex kidney procedure, with surgeons fully controlling the robotic arms. Digital Economy & AI: The President’s digital economy adviser, Dr. Hans Wijayasuriya, represented Sri Lanka at major AI governance forums in Geneva, pushing for “Sovereign AI” for developing nations. Tourism Push: Tourism Deputy Minister Ruwan Ranasinghe said the government aims to lift average tourist spending to US$148 by 2030 (from US$171 in 2018–19) by improving tourism quality and experiences. Dengue Focus: Daily Mirror ran a dengue awareness quiz as cases surge, reinforcing prevention steps for households. Court Update: Colombo Chief Magistrate temporarily relaxed the overseas travel ban on former Tourism Minister Prasanna Ranatunga until Aug 2.
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