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Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka Explores Collaboration with Chitralada Technology Institute of Thailand
Sri Lanka and Thailand Strengthen Educational Ties During Ministerial Visit
As part of his official visit to Thailand, Hon. Dr. Upali Pannilage, Minister of Rural Development, Social Security and Community Empowerment of Sri Lanka, led a delegation to meet with Associate Professor Khunying Sumonta Promboon, President and the academic staff of the Chitralada Technology Institute, on 22 April 2026.
82nd Session of ESCAP Concludes with Strong Regional Commitments: Sri Lanka Highlights Active Engagement
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok, Thailand, Sri Lanka actively participated in the 82nd Session of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific, held from 20 to 24 April 2026, reaffirming its commitment to advancing inclusive, resilient, and sustainable development across the Asia-Pacific region.
Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Thailand and Permanent Representative to the UNESCAP, Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, paid a visit to the Chitralada Technology Institute (CDTI) in Bangkok, following an invitation extended by Associate Professor Khunying Sumonta Promboon, President of Chitralada Technology Institute.
Chitralada Technology Institute, established under the royal initiative of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great (Rama IX), is a premier higher education institution in Thailand as a model of excellence in vocational and technical education.
During the meeting, Ambassador Edirisinghe emphasized the importance of technical and vocational education and training (TVET) in fostering national development and driving innovation. She highlighted the potential for robust institutional collaboration between Chitralada Technology Institute and Sri Lankan institutions, particularly in areas of technology and vocational education.
Ambassador Edirisinghe informed Sri Lanka’s University of Vocational Technology (UNIVOTEC), and several technical colleges operating under the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC) as key prospective partners for CDTI. She proposed collaborative initiatives such as, Student and faculty exchange programs, Curriculum development and knowledge sharing and exploration of scholarships for Sri Lankan students pursuing studies in relevant technical fields at CDTI.
President, Associate Professor Khunying Sumonta Promboon warmly welcomed the proposal and conveyed CDTI’s keen interest in establishing academic and technical partnerships with Sri Lanka’s vocational and higher education institutions.
The discussion was joined by other senior CDTI officials, including, Vice President Asst. Prof. Chaiwit Thanapaisal, M.D., Vice President Asst. Prof. Dr. Santanee Phasuk, Dr. Chumpol Thiengtham, Advisor to the President and Asst. Prof. Buarong Lewchalermwongse, Assistant to the President.
Ambassador Edirisinghe was accompanied by A.W.S. Samanmali, Head of Chancery, and Shiwanthi Abeyrathne, Minister Counsellor of the Sri Lankan Embassy and Permanent Mission in Bangkok.
Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka
Bangkok
18.07.2025
Sri Lanka and Thailand Strengthen Educational Ties During Ministerial Visit
As part of his official visit to Thailand, Hon. Dr. Upali Pannilage, Minister of Rural Development, Social Security and Community Empowerment of Sri Lanka, led a delegation to meet with Associate Professor Khunying Sumonta Promboon, President and the academic staff of the Chitralada Technology Institute, on 22 April 2026.
82nd Session of ESCAP Concludes with Strong Regional Commitments: Sri Lanka Highlights Active Engagement
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok, Thailand, Sri Lanka actively participated in the 82nd Session of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific, held from 20 to 24 April 2026, reaffirming its commitment to advancing inclusive, resilient, and sustainable development across the Asia-Pacific region.