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Not Ready To Surrender Without Fight At UNHRC: Foreign Secretary Admiral (Prof.) Jayanath Colombage - The Debrief with Roel Raymond on Sri Lanka’s strategy for the 46th UNHRC sessions

Independence Day speech by H.E. Gotabaya Rajapaksa, the President of Sri Lanka at the 73rd Independence Day celebrations

His Excellency Gotabaya Rajapaksa was sworn in as the 7th Executive President of SriLanka in Anuradhapura on 18th November 2019

Hon. Mahinda Rajapaksa sworn in as the 13th Prime Minister of Sri Lanka

IORA Council of Ministers endorse Sri Lanka nomination as Vice Chair for 2021-2023

Book on Rehabilitation of Ex-Combatants by Bureau of the Commissioner-General of Rehabilitation and Department of Government Information

Foreign Secretary, Admiral Professor Jayanath Colombage joins Indeewari Amuwatte at HydePark on Ada Derana 24

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Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena appreciates support of countries at the UNHRC at the Media Conference on 23 March 2021

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During the courtesy call by Sri Lanka Ambassador (designate) Chaminda Colonne on Vietnam Ambassador Phan Chi Thanh to Thailand on 26 March 2021, both exchanged views on areas of mutual interest.

Ambassador (designate) Chaminda Colonne paid a courtesy call on Ambassador of Malaysia to Thailand Dato’ Jojie Samuel on 25 March 2021 and discussed on areas of mutual interest.

Sri Lanka Ambassador (designate) to Thailand, Chaminda Colonne (concurrently accredited to Cambodia and Lao PDR) paid a courtesy call on Ambassador of Cambodia to Thailand Ouk Sorphorn on 22 March 2021 and discussed on consolidating bilateral relation between Sri Lanka and Cambodia in all the spheres.

During the courtesy call by Ambassador (designate) of Sri Lanka to Thailand Chaminda Colonne on H.E. Haji Ismail bin Haji Abd Manap, Ambassador of Brunei Darussalam to Thailand on 18 March 2021, both exchanged views on areas of mutual interest.

On 19th March 2021, Sri Lanka Ambassador (designate) Chaminda Colonne paid a courtesy call on Nepal Ambassador Ganesh Prasad Dhakal in Thailand and exchanged their views on enhancing relations for mutual benefit.

Ambassador (designate) of Sri Lanka to Thailand Chaminda Colonne paid her very first courtesy call on H.E. Suchitra Durai, Ambassador of India on 11 March 2021 at the Indian Embassy in Bangkok.

Ambassador (designate) of Sri Lanka to Thailand Chaminda Colonne paid a courtesy call on H.E. Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Thailand on 16 March 2021 and exchanged their views on areas of mutual interest.

Ambassador (designate) of Sri Lanka to Thailand Chaminda Colonne met the Executive Members of Thai-Sri Lanka Chamber of Commerce on 17 March 2021 and discussed on furthering of economic-trade ties, investment and tourism promotion between the two countries.

Ambassadors’ Forum of Sri Lanka Launches the Book 'Geneva Crisis' – The Way Forward

Foreign Secretary Admiral Prof. Jayanath Colombage appeared in a special interview on “Talk to Al Jazeera” on 6 March 2021.

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Consultations on the Seventh Biennial Review of the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy : Statement by H.E. Mohan Peiris, Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to the United Nations, Friday, 05 March 2021

Foreign Secretary Admiral Prof. Jayanath Colombage's interview on ‘GET REAL’ with Mahieash Johnney on SriLanka's expectations at the UNHRC.

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Statement by Hon. Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka - Agenda Item 2: Interactive Dialogue on the OHCHR Report ‘Promoting reconciliation, accountability and human rights in Sri Lanka’ (A/HRC/46/20) at the 46th Session of the UNHRC on 24th February 2021

Statement by Hon Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka at the High Level Segment of the 46th Session of the UN Human Rights Council, 23 February 2021, Geneva

Interview of Hon. Dinesh Gunawardene, Foreign Minister - Geneva allegations at the 46th Session of the UNHRC

Not Ready To Surrender Without Fight At UNHRC: Foreign Secretary Admiral (Prof.) Jayanath Colombage - The Debrief with Roel Raymond on Sri Lanka’s strategy for the 46th UNHRC sessions

Independence Day speech by H.E. Gotabaya Rajapaksa, the President of Sri Lanka at the 73rd Independence Day celebrations.

His Excellency Gotabaya Rajapaksa was sworn in as the 7th Executive President of SriLanka in Anuradhapura on 18th November 2019

Hon. Mahinda Rajapaksa sworn in as the 13th Prime Minister of Sri Lanka

The Royal Audience and the Presentation of the Letter of Credence by Ambassador C.A. Chaminda I. Colonne to the King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua of the Kingdom of Thailand

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General Prayut Chan-o-cha Prime Minister and Minister of Defense of the Kingdom Thailand assures to Sri Lanka Ambassador Chaminda Colonne his fullest support and cooperation for Sri Lanka’s Development

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Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka, Ambassador C. A. Chaminda I. Colonne presents Letters of Credence to the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP)

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Sri Lanka chairs the Fourth Ministerial Conference on Transport of UNESCAP in Bangkok and highlights its commitment in realizing the more reliable, efficient and sustainable transport

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Embassy and the Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok participated at the 2nd YWCA Christmas Charity Bazaar at Central World Bangkok from 20 – 26 December 2021. Varieties of Dilmah Tea were attracted by the customers visited the Bazaar. The Bazaar was a great platform to promote premium and quality Ceylon Tea.

On 23 December, Ambassador C. A. Chaminda I. Colonne and staff of the Sri Lanka Embassy in Bangkok celebrated Christmas-2021 with hundred children at Rajvithi Home for Girls, Bangkok in coordination with President of the Rajvithi Home Foundation Saisom Wongsasulaksana and its committee. Programme included Thai traditional and musical dancing, Christmas carol singing, presenting gifts, followed by lunch

Foreign Ministers of Sri Lanka and Thailand resolve to build on Buddhist Heritage

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Virtual bilateral meeting between Foreign Secretary Admiral Prof. Jayanath Colombage and Executive Secretary Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana of the UNESCAP was held on 16.11.2021 and discussed on Sri Lanka’s participation in upcoming intergovernmental meetings and further areas of cooperation with UNESCAP.

Sri Lanka envoy meets Minister of Industry Suriya Jungrungreangkit of Thailand

Thailand Tamil Federation made arrangements to celebrate the International Harvest Festival, on 05.12.2021 at the India-Thai Chamber of Commerce in Bangkok. Ambassador of India Suchitra Durai was the Chief Guest and Ambassador of Sri Lanka C.A. Chaminda I.Colonne was the Guest of Honour at the event

Sri Lanka highlights the resilient measures taken to overcome the economic and financial challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic

Sri Lanka and Thailand hold high-powered talks to explore mutually beneficial investment corridors

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Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Thailand and Permanent Representative to the UNESCAP, C.A. Chaminda I. Colonne called on Director-General Cherdchai Chaivaivid of the Department of International Economic Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand on 15.09.2021. Both exchanged views on enhancing bilateral economic-trade ties, investment promotion and cooperation in multilateral fora.

Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Thailand and Permanent Representative to UNESCAP, C.A. Chaminda I. Colonne virtually called on Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Energy, Thailand, Kulit Sombatsiri on 30 November 2021 and discussed on cooperation in the field of renewable energy

From virtual to experiential travel - Sri Lanka Tourism a winner all the way

Sri Lanka Invites Investors

Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Thailand and Permanent Representative to UNESCAP, C.A. Chaminda I. Colonne paid a courtesy call on General Worakiat Ratananont, Permanent Secretary of Defense of Thailand on 16 November 2021

Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Thailand and Permanent Representative to UNESCAP, C.A. Chaminda I. Colonne paid a courtesy call on Police General Wirachai Songmetta, Deputy Commissioner General, at the Royal Thai Police Headquarters on 25 November 2021.

Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Thailand and Permanent Representative to the UNESCAP, C.A. Chaminda I. Colonne today (14th Sept) had her first virtual courtesy meeting with Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs of Thailand Thani Thongphakdi. While recalling long-standing excellent bonds of friendship and cooperation between the two countries, both assured furthering relations in the fields of economic, trade, investment, cultural and Buddhist affairs etc. and cooperation in multilateral fora for mutual benefit.

Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Thailand and Permanent Representative to UNESCAP, C.A. Chaminda I.Colonne called on Director General Ureerat Chareontoh of Thailand International Cooperation Agency (TICA) on 07.09.2021 and both exchanged their views on further cooperation in different projects/fields in Sri Lanka.

Thailand donates COVID-19 related medical equipment to Sri Lanka

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Ambassador of Sri Lanka and Permanent Representative to the UNESCAP, C.A. Chaminda I. Colonne had a virtual meeting with Sri Lankans live in Thailand on 31.08.2021 to discuss the ways and means to enhance bilateral relations with the inclusion of participation of Sri Lankans in Thailand. President Sanjeewa Ediri Wickramasuriya, Vice President Thilak Dharmasena, Secretary Nishanthi Samarasekera, Treasurer Rajika Wickramasinghe, Auditor Prabath Wimalaratne, Members of the Committee Lal Silva and Kosala Indunil of the Sri Lanka Association in Thailand participated at the discussion. First Secretary Saritha Ranatunga of the Embassy also joined the meeting.

Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Thailand and Permanent Representative to the UNESCAP C.A. Chaminda I. Colonne today (02nd Sep) called on Director General, Department of South Asian, Middle East and African Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Thailand Darm Boontham. Both assured to strengthen long standing excellent bilateral relations in the fields of socio-political, economic, trade, investment, cultural and Buddhist affairs etc. for mutual benefit of the two nations. First Secretary Saritha Ranatunga of the Embassy accompanied the Ambassador.

Ambassador of Sri Lanka and Permanent Representative to the UNESCAP H.E C.A. Chaminda I. Colonne recently called on H.E. Chulamanee Chartsuwan, former Ambassador of Thailand to Sri Lanka and Director General, Department of European Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand and exchanged views on areas of mutually interested.

Foreign Minister Prof. G.L Peiris assumes duties

Book on Rehabilitation of Ex-Combatants by Bureau of the Commissioner-General of Rehabilitation and Department of Government Information

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Marking today’s International Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development- 2021, the Message by United Nations Secretary General António Guterres, along with a video created by the Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok titled “Sri Lanka proudly joins to celebrate ‘The International Day of Living Together in Peace - 16th May’ and ‘The International Day for Cultural Diversity - 21st May’ ” was released by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) Secretariat in Bangkok among the Advisory Committee of Permanent Representatives and other Representatives Designated by Members of the Commission (ACPR) which composes Member States and Associate Members.

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Hon. Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa addressed the 77th Session of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) on 26 April 2021

Foreign Secretary, Admiral Prof. Jayanath Colombage delivered the Country Statement of Sri Lanka at the 77th Session of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) on 27 April 2021

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Newly appointed Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka, Ambassador C. A. Chaminda I. Colonne reassured Sri Lanka’s commitment to the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP)

Ambassador Chaminda Colonne paid a courtesy call on Ambassador Evgeny Tomikhin of the Russian Federation on 09 April 2021 and exchanged their views on mutually interested areas.

The Ministry of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs in collaboration with the Information and Communication Technology Agency (ICTA) of Sri Lanka developed an App to improve tourists' access to correct digital information on heritage sites in Sri Lanka.

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Ambassador Chaminda Colonne paid a courtesy call on Ambassador Mohammed Abdul Hye of Bangladesh on 07 April 2021 and reviewed on Sri Lanka – Bangladesh relations

Ambassador Chaminda Colonne paid a courtesy call on H.E. Archbishop Paul Tschang In-Nam, Apostolic Nuncio (Ambassador of the Holy See) and Dean of the Diplomatic Corps in Thailand on 08 April 2021 and discussed on many areas of mutual interest.

Ambassador Chaminda Colonne (concurrently accredited to Lao PDR) paid a courtesy call on Lao Ambassador Seng Soukhathivong to Thailand on 30 March 2021. Both assured their cooperation in furthering of bilateral relations in the years ahead.

Ambassador Chaminda Colonne paid a courtesy call on Maldivian Ambassador Mohamed Jinah to Thailand on 01 April 2021. Both exchanged views on mutually interested areas of cooperation.

During the courtesy call by Sri Lanka Ambassador Chaminda Colonne on Vietnam Ambassador Phan Chi Thanh to Thailand on 26 March 2021, both exchanged views on areas of mutual interest.

Ambassador Chaminda Colonne paid a courtesy call on Ambassador of Malaysia to Thailand Dato’ Jojie Samuel on 25 March 2021 and discussed on areas of mutual interest.

Sri Lanka Ambassador to Thailand, Chaminda Colonne (concurrently accredited to Cambodia and Lao PDR) paid a courtesy call on Ambassador of Cambodia to Thailand Ouk Sorphorn on 22 March 2021 and discussed on consolidating bilateral relation between Sri Lanka and Cambodia in all the spheres.

During the courtesy call by Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Thailand Chaminda Colonne on H.E. Haji Ismail bin Haji Abd Manap, Ambassador of Brunei Darussalam to Thailand on 18 March 2021, both exchanged views on areas of mutual interest.

On 19th March 2021, Sri Lanka Ambassador Chaminda Colonne paid a courtesy call on Nepal Ambassador Ganesh Prasad Dhakal in Thailand and exchanged their views on enhancing relations for mutual benefit.

Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Thailand Chaminda Colonne paid her very first courtesy call on H.E. Suchitra Durai, Ambassador of India on 11 March 2021 at the Indian Embassy in Bangkok.

Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Thailand Chaminda Colonne paid a courtesy call on H.E. Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Thailand on 16 March 2021 and exchanged their views on areas of mutual interest.

Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Thailand Chaminda Colonne met the Executive Members of Thai-Sri Lanka Chamber of Commerce on 17 March 2021 and discussed on furthering of economic-trade ties, investment and tourism promotion between the two countries.

Independence Day speech by H.E. Gotabaya Rajapaksa, the President of Sri Lanka at the 73rd Independence Day celebrations.

His Excellency Gotabaya Rajapaksa was sworn in as the 7th Executive President of SriLanka in Anuradhapura on 18th November 2019

Hon. Mahinda Rajapaksa sworn in as the 13th Prime Minister of Sri Lanka

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