AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoSri Lanka–Pakistan cricket: Sri Lanka’s first contingent arrived in Islamabad ahead of a three-match T20I series at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium (Oct 9, 11, 13), starting the multi-format tour that also includes an ODI tri-series vs Pakistan and England from Oct 18. ODI squad update: Kusal Mendis will captain Sri Lanka in the 16-member ODI squad; Avishka Fernando returns after a strong domestic run, replacing Charith Asalanka, while Sahan Arachchige keeps his spot. Energy deal: Sri Lanka signed financing for a rooftop solar and Virtual Net Metering project, securing a US$35m ADB concessional loan plus EU and Japan grants to upgrade EDL systems and expand clean power access. Foreign policy row: Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath rejected claims of US pressure over Iranian vessels beyond Sri Lanka’s 12-nautical-mile limit, saying the government acted only on humanitarian grounds and will protect neutrality. Weather impacts: Heavy rains killed 4 people, injured dozens and left one missing, affecting 4,360 people across 17 districts and damaging 617 houses. Court development: Buddhist monk Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara was remanded after arrest, following the Supreme Court overturning his presidential pardon.
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