[2026-02-20 18:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Takaichi vows to make Japan ‘strong’, says no to ‘reckless’ fiscal policy

Snippet: The prime minister said Tokyo was facing ‘the most severe and complex security environment’ since World War II, citing China and Russia

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3344108/takaichi-vows-make-japan-strong-and-prosperous-rules-out-reckless-fiscal-policy

[2026-02-20 12:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Gold’s volatile run set to continue as investors eye next breakout

Snippet: Investors are like crocodiles waiting to strike, Jupiter says, as bullion eyes new highs amid continuing geopolitical and policy tension

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/commodities/article/3343907/golds-volatile-run-set-continue-investors-eye-next-breakout

[2026-02-20 11:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: N. Korea opens once-in-5-years party conclave

Snippet: North Korea has kicked off a rare gathering of the ruling Workers' Party of Korea, state media said Friday, marking the start of the country's biggest political event in five years that would set major policy directions on defense and the economy.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10678829

[2026-02-20 06:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: No evidence to climate debt trap following Ditwah-Dr Wignaraja - DailyNews

Snippet: Evidence does not point to a climate debt trap following Cyclone Ditwah and that cyclical growth of around 4% remains sustainable for 2026, although risks such as inflation are emerging, economic policy expert Dr. Ganeshan Wignaraja, told the Sri Lanka Investor Conference 2026 themed “Rebuild. Digitize. Reprice”, organized by Asia Securities held in Colombo recently.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/20/business/954516/no-evidence-to-climate-debt-trap-following-ditwah-dr-wignaraja/

[2026-02-20 06:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Nimsara anchors Siddhartha Central with superb century - DailyNews

Snippet: Nadija Nimsara of Siddhartha Central College Balapitiya produced a superb century against Lyceum International School Nugegoda in their traditional Under-19 two-day inter-schools cricket fixture played yesterday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/20/sports/954788/nimsara-anchors-siddhartha-central-with-superb-century/

[2026-02-20 06:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: ABC News

Title: Taylor walks a tightrope on immigration policy as Hanson surges

Snippet: Topic:Federal Government

Read full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02-20/angus-taylor-immigration-pauline-hanson/106349268

[2026-02-20 06:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Investments in professional education are investments in institutional strength and national progress - DailyNews

Snippet: Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said that strengthening Sri Lanka’s professional education framework and aligning it with internationally recognised standards is essential to build a skilled, ethical, and globally competitive workforce.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/20/local/954685/investments-in-professional-education-are-investments-in-institutional-strength-and-national-progress/

[2026-02-20 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: EduFest 2026 – Study Abroad Expo held - DailyNews

Snippet: EduFest 2026 brought together 40+ international university representatives from leading institutions across the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Finland, and Sweden, providing Sri Lankan students and parents with direct access to global higher education opportunities under one roof.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/20/business/954471/edufest-2026-study-abroad-expo-held/

[2026-02-20 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: H.E.R Foundation powered by Fems and Teejay Lanka to drive change in hygiene advocacy - DailyNews

Snippet: Building on an ongoing initiative, the H.E.R Foundation powered by Fems, in partnership with Teejay Lanka PLC, recently coordinated a menstrual health and hygiene education programme at Ruwanwella Royal College, Ruwanwella. The programme combined much-needed sanitation infrastructure development with comprehensive menstrual health education, aimed at empowering schoolgirls and normalising conversations around menstrual health.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/20/business/954581/h-e-r-foundation-powered-by-fems-and-teejay-lanka-to-drive-change-in-hygiene-advocacy/

[2026-02-20 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Yeti hydration partner for International Schools Athletic Meet - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka’s renowned isotonic energy drink manufacturer Yeti will be the hydration partner for the 24th International Schools’ Athletic Championship (ISAC) 2026, which will be held on February 21 and 22 at the Mahinda Rajapaksa Sports Complex in Diyagama.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/20/sports/954406/yeti-hydration-partner-for-international-schools-athletic-meet/

[2026-02-20 00:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: School in Kenya transforms learning for students with dyslexia

Snippet: At a special school in Kenya, the classrooms look like few others.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/02/19/school-in-kenya-transforms-learning-for-students-with-dyslexia/

[2026-02-19 23:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: India AI summit: Modi, Macron call for safety amid AI boom

Snippet: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday called for responsible frameworks for the governance of artificial intelligence as well as its democratization to ensure people around the world have access to the technology.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/modi-macron-ai-bill-gates-india-ai-summit-galgotia-university-sundar-pichai/a-76029848

[2026-02-19 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: [OPINION] Perhaps the wake-up call for the UP School of Economics should run deeper

Snippet: Already have Rappler+? Sign in to listen to groundbreaking journalism.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/opinion-wake-up-call-for-up-school-of-economics-should-run-deeper/

[2026-02-19 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: PROFILE: Department of Budget and Management

Snippet: The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) is the agency in charge of policy development and the implementation of the national budget, working towards a better and more efficient use of government financing and resources to achieve the country’s development objectives.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/department-budget-management/

[2026-02-19 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: ROLE: National Economic and Development Authority

Snippet: The National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) is the country’s socio-economic planning body. It carries out macroeconomic research and policy analysis to provide policy makers in Congress and the executive branch with relevant advice.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/neda/

[2026-02-19 19:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Bangko Sentral cuts policy rate to 4.25% after slower than expected GDP growth in 2025

Snippet: Already have Rappler+? Sign in to listen to groundbreaking journalism.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/business/bangko-sentral-pilipinas-monetary-policy-interest-rates-february-2026/

[2026-02-19 19:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: finance industry

Snippet: Thought Leaders [Vantage Point] Why a DBP–LandBank merger has become urgent Business Bangko Sentral cuts policy rate to 4.25% after slower than expected GDP growth in 2025 Feb 19, 2026 4:49 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Business [Finterest] MSMEs run the economy, so why do they still get so little bank loans?

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/finance-industry/

[2026-02-19 19:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Philippine economy

Snippet: Thought Leaders [OPINION] Perhaps the wake-up call for the UP School of Economics should run deeper Business Bangko Sentral cuts policy rate to 4.25% after slower than expected GDP growth in 2025 Feb 19, 2026 4:49 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Newsletters [Vantage Point] Pricing confidence, not growth Feb 17, 2026 12:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Newsletters [Vantage Point] Liberty Flour Mills: From

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/philippine-economy/

[2026-02-19 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China says it won’t seek reciprocity with South Africa on zero-tariff policy

Snippet: Envoy makes the pledge as Beijing prepares to roll out tax-free access to the Chinese market for goods from 53 African nations

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3343979/china-says-it-wont-seek-reciprocity-south-africa-zero-tariff-policy

[2026-02-19 16:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Startups

Snippet: ICT minister says deal will strengthen country's health care, education

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/startups

[2026-02-19 16:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Africa

Snippet: ICT minister says deal will strengthen country's health care, education

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/location/rest-of-the-world/africa

[2026-02-19 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Why are so many South Korean visitors flocking to China’s Guangzhou?

Snippet: Safety concerns in Southeast Asia and China’s visa-free travel policy among factors fuelling boom in golf tourism

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3343744/how-did-chinas-guangzhou-tee-surge-south-korean-tourists

[2026-02-19 10:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: White House deflects as Trump weighs Taiwan arms sale delay amid Beijing pressure

Snippet: New weapons package said to be in jeopardy ahead of Trump-Xi summit, raising concerns over Beijing’s leverage and US policy on Taiwan

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/us/article/3343949/white-house-deflects-trump-weighs-taiwan-arms-sale-delay-amid-beijing-pressure

[2026-02-19 06:34 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: New Anthoney’s Farms secures University MoU for Independent Antibiotic-Free Verification - DailyNews

Snippet: New Anthoney’s Farms (Pvt) Ltd has entered into a five-year Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Peradeniya to establish independent third-party verification of its zero-antibiotic production claims through rigorous laboratory testing.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/19/business/953902/new-anthoneys-farms-secures-university-mou-for-independent-antibiotic-free-verification/

[2026-02-19 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sadhani and Nithmi hit tons at U-19 Girls’ tourney - DailyNews

Snippet: Sadhani Bowalawatta of Girl’s High School Kandy and Nithmi Rameshika of Madurankuliya Model School made centuries in their first round fixtures of the Under 19 Girl’s Division Two Inter Schools Cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association and sponsored by the Sri Lanka Cricket.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/19/sports/953653/sadhani-and-nithmi-hit-tons-at-u-19-girls-tourney/

[2026-02-19 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: University of Surrey launches Asia’s first Master’s in Digital Health - DailyNews

Snippet: The International Institute of Health Sciences (IIHS), Sri Lanka’s leading private healthcare education provider, has launched Asia’s first Master’s degree in Digital Health awarded by the University of Surrey, United Kingdom, marking a significant milestone for healthcare education and digital innovation in the region. As healthcare systems worldwide accelerate the adoption of digital technologies, the demand for professionals who can integrate technology, data, and innovation into healthcare delivery and management continues to grow.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/19/business/953933/university-of-surrey-launches-asias-first-masters-in-digital-health/

[2026-02-19 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Iman Dewna scores ton for Buonavista College - DailyNews

Snippet: Iman Dewna of Buonavista College Galle made a century against Hapugala Maha Vidyalaya in their first round fixture of the Under 19 Division 3 Tier B inter schools Limited Overs cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association with the sponsorship by Sri Lanka Cricket.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/19/sports/953687/iman-dewna-scores-ton-for-buonavista-college/

[2026-02-19 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Japan - SL Economic Dialogue revived after ten years - DailyNews

Snippet: On Monday (16), the Intergovernmental Economic Policy Dialogue was reconvened for the first time in ten years since July 2016. The Dialogue was co-chaired by Japan’s Vice-Minister for International Affairs of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) Takehiko Matsuo, and Sri Lanka’s Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Co-operative Development Ministry Secretary K.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/19/local/953813/japan-sl-economic-dialogue-revived-after-ten-years/

[2026-02-19 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Daily News

Title: Wycherley turns 40 - DailyNews

Snippet: A commemorative publication capturing four decades of vision, perseverance, and educational excellence was unveiled, honoring the founders, leaders, teachers, students, and alumni who shaped Wycherley’s remarkable journey.The launch of the 40th Anniversary Coffee Table Book of Wycherley International School marked a significant milestone in the history of Wycherley.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/19/features/953816/wycherley-turns-40/

[2026-02-19 06:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Has Trump ceded EV market to China with latest string of policy shifts?

Snippet: Analysts say rolling back regulations pushes US further towards petrol cars, discourages EV innovation, and gives China competitive edge

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3343942/does-trumps-retreat-electric-vehicle-policy-risk-ceding-ground-china

[2026-02-18 23:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: Год партнерства: как Украина обучает НАТО обороняться от РФ

Snippet: 17 февраля 2025 года Украина и НАТО создали совместный центр JATEC в польском городке Быдгощ. Это первая структура, в которой украинские военные работают внутри Североатлантического альянса на равных с его членами. Объединенный центр анализа, подготовки и образования (NATO-Ukraine Joint Analysis, Training and Education Center - JATEC) стал первым совместным проектом НАТО со страной, не входящей в альянс, и одновременно - первой военно-гражданской инициативой НАТО такого масштаба.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/ru/god-partnerstva-kak-ukraina-obucaet-nato-oboronatsa-ot-rf/a-76012644

[2026-02-18 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Exclusive | Trump’s claim of Chinese, Russian ships near Greenland ‘not supported by facts’

Snippet: Olafur Ragnar Grimsson, the ex-president of Iceland, also says it’s ‘important not to use scaremongering to justify major policy changes’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3343884/trumps-claim-chinese-and-russian-ships-near-greenland-not-supported-facts

[2026-02-18 19:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Indian university’s Chinese robot dog claim at AI summit slammed as ‘shameless’

Snippet: Following online backlash, Galgotias University said that it did not build the model sold by Chinese start-up Unitree

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/south-asia/article/3343900/indian-universitys-chinese-robot-dog-claim-ai-impact-summit-slammed-shameless

[2026-02-18 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China seniors pursue overseas education after retirement to realise dreams

Snippet: Increasing demand from retirees leaves country facing challenge of finding ‘deeper’ learning strategies, not just ‘hobby’ courses

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/article/3343073/china-seniors-pursue-overseas-education-after-retirement-realise-unfulfilled-dreams

[2026-02-18 12:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Education

Snippet: Officials aim to up admissions over 31% to 500,000 foreigners by 2028

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/education

[2026-02-18 12:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Opinion | Universities in Japan and China are becoming tools of national strategy

Snippet: Across Asia, higher education is becoming a central arena where national ambition, geopolitical constraint and human capital intersect

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3343625/universities-japan-and-china-are-becoming-tools-national-strategy

[2026-02-18 07:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Call it iconic and trash it - DailyNews

Snippet: Recently, S. Thomas’ College, Mt. Lavinia, celebrated its 175th anniversary with, among other things, the opening of a heritage museum. Laudable as the museum concept is, a museum is never a substitute for the real thing. The beautiful S. Thomas’ College campus boasts some of the oldest and most iconic buildings of any school in this country.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/18/features/953203/call-it-iconic-and-trash-it/

[2026-02-18 06:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: ‘Mahela – Sanga Trophy’ match ends in draw - DailyNews

Snippet: Match drawn between Nalanda College Colombo and Trinity College Kandy for ‘Sanga – Mahela trophy’ in the Under 19 two-day inter schools cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association with the sponsorship by Sri Lanka Cricket at Asgiriya Stadium yesterday.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/18/sports/953243/mahela-sanga-trophy-match-ends-in-draw/

[2026-02-18 06:44 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Dinaya scores unbeaten 151 for Matale Sangamiththa - DailyNews

Snippet: Dinaya Gamagedara of Sri Sangamiththa Balika National School Matale scored unbeaten 151 runs against Laliambe Maha Vidyalaya Matale in their first round fixtures of the Under 19 Girl’s Division Two Inter Schools Cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket tournament sponsored by Sri Lanka Cricket.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/18/sports/953304/dinaya-scores-unbeaten-151-for-matale-sangamiththa/

[2026-02-18 06:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Tarique Rahman sworn-in as Bangladesh Prime Minister - DailyNews

Snippet: Tarique Rahman has been sworn-in as the new Prime Minister, days after his party swept the first vote since the 2024 student-led uprising that expelled the then-leader, Sheikh Hasina.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/18/local/953368/tarique-rahman-sworn-in-as-bangladesh-prime-minister/

[2026-02-18 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: HNB strengthens education financing with Imperial College Partnership - DailyNews

Snippet: HNB PLC, the leading private bank in Sri Lanka announces a strategic MoU with Imperial College of Business Studies to introduce a structured education loan programme. This partnership is designed to support students seeking quality academic pathways with flexible financial solutions.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/18/business/952962/hnb-strengthens-education-financing-with-imperial-college-partnership/

[2026-02-18 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Seylan Bank opens 290th ‘Pahasara’ Library at Sujatha Balika Vidyalaya - DailyNews

Snippet: Seylan Bank PLC marked another milestone in its flagship Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)initiative by opening its 290th ‘Pahasara’ Library at Sujatha Balika Vidyalaya recently under the patronage of Seylan Bank Director/Chief Executive Officer, Ramesh Jayasekara,Assistant Director of Education Chintha Perera (Zonal Education Office – Colombo) and Sujatha Balika Vidyalaya’s Deputy Principal, O K D M Lakshanthi.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/18/business/952952/seylan-bank-opens-290th-pahasara-library-at-sujatha-balika-vidyalaya/

[2026-02-18 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Faculty of Brands presents “Elevate Sri Lanka” featuring Teodora Migdalovici - DailyNews

Snippet: This March, Sri Lanka’s business and creative community is set to experience an intensive two weeks of learning and exchange as The Faculty of Brands launches Elevate Sri Lanka, a curated program of high-impact workshop sessions and forward-thinking conversations. At the centre of this initiative is a special guest: Teodora Migdalovici, international brand strategist and founder of The Alternative School’s Creative MBA.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/18/business/953035/faculty-of-brands-presents-elevate-sri-lanka-featuring-teodora-migdalovici/

[2026-02-18 06:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: ‘CEAT Cares’ champions road safety around schools for 16th year - DailyNews

Snippet: CEAT Kelani Holdings, Sri Lanka’s leading manufacturer of pneumatic tyres, has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to promoting safer mobility with the completion of its flagship ‘CEAT Cares’ School’s Road Safety Equipment Distribution programme for 2025-26.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/18/business/953032/ceat-cares-champions-road-safety-around-schools-for-16th-year/

[2026-02-18 06:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Superb double by Sadeesha Devin of Mayurapada National School, Narammala - DailyNews

Snippet: Sadeesha Devin of Mayurapada National School Narammala turned in a fine all round performance against Sandalankawa Ceentral College ‘B’ in their first round fixture of the Under 13 division three inter schools cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association and sponsored by Sri Lanka Cricket.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/18/sports/953116/superb-double-by-sadeesha-devin-of-mayurapada-national-school-narammala/

[2026-02-18 00:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: UK court rules London police can require officers to disclose Masonic membership

Snippet: Freemasons had challenged the policy, saying that it amounted to creating a discriminatory ‘blacklist’

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3343841/uk-court-backs-london-police-rule-forcing-officers-declare-freemasonry

[2026-02-17 21:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka to host inaugural BIMSTEC expert meeting - DailyNews

Snippet: The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal for Sri Lanka to host the inaugural meeting of an expert group established under the BIMSTEC framework to strengthen cooperation on fiscal and monetary policy among member states.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/17/local/952911/sri-lanka-to-host-inaugural-bimstec-expert-meeting/

[2026-02-17 18:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: Sri Lanka and Japan sign Economic Cooperation Agreement - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka and Japan formalized a new framework for economic cooperation with the signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) yesterday (16) at the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development auditorium. The agreement was signed during the Sri Lanka–Japan Intergovernmental Economic Policy Dialogue, aimed at strengthening bilateral economic relations.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/17/local/952849/sri-lanka-and-japan-sign-economic-cooperation-agreement/

[2026-02-17 18:14 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: PROFILE: Department of Finance

Snippet: The Department of Finance (DOF) manages the government’s financial resources. Its tasks include policy formulation, income generation, resource mobilization, debt management, and financial market growth. It also maintains the pursuit of critical duties, such as revenue generation, resource mobilization, debt management, and financial market expansion.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/department-finance/

[2026-02-17 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: 2 How one parent built an online school for globally mobile Indian children

Snippet: KTN Digital Online School helps Indian children in Korea reintegrate into India's highly competitive education system

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10674647