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Vachirathammarama Temple Ayutthaya Donates 100,000 Thai Baht for Sri Lanka Flood Relief
Strengthening Post-Disaster Recovery Cooperation: Ambassador of Thailand Meets Executive Director of ADPC
The Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to Thailand, E.A.S. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe had a meeting with Mr. Aslam Perwaiz, Executive Director of the Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC) at the ADPC premises, to discuss continued cooperation in post-disaster recovery and long-term resilience building in Sri Lanka following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah. During the meeting, H.E. the Ambassador expressed
her sincere appreciation for the timely technical and monetary assistance extended by ADPC in response to the impacts of Cyclone Ditwah, which caused widespread damage across several parts of Sri Lanka. In this regard, the Ambassador formally handed over a Letter of Acknowledgement from Hon. H M Vijitha Herath, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign
Employment and Tourism of Sri Lanka to the Executive Director of ADPC, conveying the Government of Sri Lanka’s appreciation for ADPC’s support and solidarity.
Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok Formally Commences Official Duties for the Year 2026
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok, Thailand ceremonially commenced work for the year 2026 on 02 January, in keeping with government directives on the commencement of duties of public institutions for the New Year.
During the visit of H.E. E.A.S. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Thailand to Vachirathammarama Temple, Ayutthaya on 21 December 2025. Most Venerable Phravavajirakitvimon, Chief Incumbent of Vachirathammarama Temple extended its compassionate support to the people of Sri Lanka by donating 100,000 Thai Baht toward flood relief efforts. The contribution was formally handed over by Most Venerable Abbot of Vachirathammarama Temple to Ambassador at the sacred hall of the temple.
On behalf of the Government and people of Sri Lanka, as well as the flood victims and all concerned parties, Ambassador Edirisinghe expressed her deepest gratitude to Most Venerable Abbot and the monastic community of Vachirathammarama Temple for their kind and compassionate generosity. This contribution reflects the compassion and goodwill of the Thai Buddhist clergy in assisting Sri Lanka during a period marked by the loss of live, significant damage to homes and livelihoods, and considerable destruction of infrastructure
Sri Lanka and Thailand share a deep and historic relationship rooted in Theravada Buddhism, which has served as a foundation for centuries of friendship and cooperation. Religious exchanges,pilgrimages, temple partnerships, and cultural interactions continue to reinforce these ties,enhanced people-to-people engagement and mutual understanding.
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Thailand conveys its sincere appreciation to the Chief Incumbent and the Ayutthaya Temple community for this thoughtful and timely gesture. This act of solidarity further demonstrates the enduring friendship between Sri Lanka and Thailand and will meaningfully contribute to ongoing humanitarian efforts assisting those affected by Cyclone Ditwah.
Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka
Bangkok
23.12.2025
Strengthening Post-Disaster Recovery Cooperation: Ambassador of Thailand Meets Executive Director of ADPC
The Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to Thailand, E.A.S. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe had a meeting with Mr. Aslam Perwaiz, Executive Director of the Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC) at the ADPC premises, to discuss continued cooperation in post-disaster recovery and long-term resilience building in Sri Lanka following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah. During the meeting, H.E. the Ambassador expressed
her sincere appreciation for the timely technical and monetary assistance extended by ADPC in response to the impacts of Cyclone Ditwah, which caused widespread damage across several parts of Sri Lanka. In this regard, the Ambassador formally handed over a Letter of Acknowledgement from Hon. H M Vijitha Herath, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign
Employment and Tourism of Sri Lanka to the Executive Director of ADPC, conveying the Government of Sri Lanka’s appreciation for ADPC’s support and solidarity.
Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok Formally Commences Official Duties for the Year 2026
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok, Thailand ceremonially commenced work for the year 2026 on 02 January, in keeping with government directives on the commencement of duties of public institutions for the New Year.