Press Releases
Sri Lanka and Cambodia Reaffirm Commitment to Strengthening Cooperation in Combating Cybercrime, Human Trafficking and Transnational Organized Crime
As part of her official visit to the Kingdom of Cambodia, the Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Cambodia, H.E. E.A.S. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, paid a courtesy call on H.E. Sar Sokha, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior of the Kingdom of Cambodia, at the Ministry of Interior on 04 August 2026. The meeting underscored the shared commitment of Sri Lanka and Cambodia to further strengthening bilateral cooperation in addressing transnational organized crime, combating cyber-enabled fraud and human trafficking, and enhancing consular collaboration.
Sri Lanka Inaugurates its First Honorary Consulate in Cambodia, Marking a New Chapter in Bilateral Relations
Marking a significant milestone in the longstanding friendship between Sri Lanka and Cambodia and reaffirming the shared commitment of both countries to further strengthen bilateral cooperation, the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka officially inaugurated its first Honorary Consulate in the Kingdom of Cambodia on 05 August 2026 at the historic Raffles Hotel Le Royal in Phnom Penh.
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Bangkok facilitated Sri Lanka’s significant participation at the 73rd edition of the Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair (BGJF), currently being held from 22–26 February 2026 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, Bangkok.
The Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair (BGJF) is one of the world’s longest-celebrated and top four premier jewelry trade exhibitions, which is attended by a total of 1,300 companies across 2,800 booths. The inauguration session was graciously presided over by Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya, who officiated the opening ceremony Fair.
With the facilitation of the Embassy, sixty (60) Sri Lankan companies are participating under the Sri Lanka Pavilion, collectively occupying seventy-five (75) booths. The Pavilion showcases an impressive range of world-renowned Ceylon gemstones, including sapphires and other precious stones, reflecting Sri Lanka’s rich heritage, craftsmanship, and industry excellence.
Hon. Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development of Sri Lanka, Sunil Handunnetti, Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Thailand and Permanent Representative to UNESCAP, Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, and Chairman of the National Gem and Jewelry Authority (NGJA), S. P. Chaminda, graced the opening ceremony of the Sri Lanka Pavilion.
In addition to the exhibitors from Sri Lanka, approximately ten Sri Lankan-owned companies based in Thailand are also taking part in the Fair. Their participation further underscores the active engagement and growing footprint of the Sri Lankan business community within Thailand’s vibrant gems and jewelry sector.
Sri Lanka’s participation at BGJF 2026 reflects the country’s continued commitment to strengthening trade ties with Thailand and the broader ASEAN region, while promoting Ceylon gems and jewelry to the global marketplace. The Embassy remains dedicated to supporting Sri Lankan exporters and fostering mutually beneficial commercial partnerships between Sri Lanka and Thailand.
Embassy of Sri Lanka
Bangkok
24.02.2026
Sri Lanka and Cambodia Reaffirm Commitment to Strengthening Cooperation in Combating Cybercrime, Human Trafficking and Transnational Organized Crime
As part of her official visit to the Kingdom of Cambodia, the Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Cambodia, H.E. E.A.S. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, paid a courtesy call on H.E. Sar Sokha, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior of the Kingdom of Cambodia, at the Ministry of Interior on 04 August 2026. The meeting underscored the shared commitment of Sri Lanka and Cambodia to further strengthening bilateral cooperation in addressing transnational organized crime, combating cyber-enabled fraud and human trafficking, and enhancing consular collaboration.
Sri Lanka Inaugurates its First Honorary Consulate in Cambodia, Marking a New Chapter in Bilateral Relations
Marking a significant milestone in the longstanding friendship between Sri Lanka and Cambodia and reaffirming the shared commitment of both countries to further strengthen bilateral cooperation, the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka officially inaugurated its first Honorary Consulate in the Kingdom of Cambodia on 05 August 2026 at the historic Raffles Hotel Le Royal in Phnom Penh.