Sri Lanka Embassy participates at the 69th YWCA Diplomatic Charity Bazaar in Bangkok
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka participated at the 69th YWCA (Young Women’s Christian Association) Diplomatic Charity Bazaar, held from 7-10 November 2024 at Central World, Bangkok. Showcasing authentic Sri Lankan craftsmanship and premium products, the Embassy highlighted handicrafts from the National Crafts Council, Ceylon cinnamon from Excellensa Impex Pvt Ltd, and Ceylon tea from K Square Lanka Pvt. Ltd.
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka Facilitates the Thai AirAsia Production Team to Sri Lanka to Promote Buddhist Pilgrimage Tourism
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Thailand recently facilitated the visit of a 21 member production team from Thai AirAsia, including two renowned Thai YouTubers, Kongkapan Sangsuriya and Saksit Tangthong to Sri Lanka to promote Buddhist pilgrimage tourism. This initiative aims to highlight the deep historical and religious connections between Sri Lanka and Thailand, while showcasing Sri Lanka’s rich Buddhist heritage to Thai travelers.
Ambassador (designate) to Thailand C.A. Chaminda I. Colonne called on Director General Chittipat Tongprasroeth of the Department of Protocol of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand on 03rd March 2021 and presented open copy of the Letter of Credence in order to request a Royal Audience with His Majesty the King Maha Vajiralongkorn of Thailand.
While congratulating the Ambassador (designate), Director General Chittipat reassured his government’s fullest cooperation during her tenure of office. Both recalled excellent bilateral relations enjoyed for many centuries.
Ambassador (designate) conveyed the best wishes of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to the Government of Thailand and emphasized the importance of strengthening Economic Diplomacy while furthering already existing cultural ties.
Among other, they discussed included enhancing cooperation with Thailand International Cooperation Agency (TICA), investment promotions etc.
Ambassador (designate) was accompanied by First Secretary Poornima Gunasekera of the Embassy.
Embassy of Sri Lanka
Bangkok, Thailand
04th March 2021
