Press Releases
Ambassador of Sri Lanka Discusses Investment Opportunities with Colombo Port City Representatives in Bangkok
Ambassador of Sri Lanka reaffirms commitment to fostering cooperation with Lao PDR and Cambodia
The Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka paid calls to the Ambassador of the Lao People's Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) to Thailand, H.E. Mr. Khamphan Anlavan and the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Cambodia to Thailand, H.E. Hun Saroeun, at their respective embassies in Bangkok. These diplomatic meetings served to strengthen bilateral relations and reaffirm Sri Lanka’s commitment to fostering cooperation with both Lao PDR and Cambodia, both of which are accredited to the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Thailand.
Sri Lanka-Thai Collaboration in Batik Art: Harshi Batik Participates in Specialized Training in Thailand
As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen cultural ties and promote artistic collaboration, the Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok facilitated the participation of Harshi Batik, a Sri Lankan artisan, in a specialized training programme on traditional Thai Batik. The programme was conducted by the esteemed Phaya Batik and Phaya Paint Batik in Thailand, recognized for their expertise in preserving and innovating the timeless art of Batik.
Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Thailand, Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, hosted a meeting with senior representatives from Colombo Port City, marking an important step towards strengthening investment and business relations between Sri Lanka and Thailand.
The Colombo Port City delegation included Regional Head of Investment Promotion (Asia and Pacific) for Port City Colombo Special Economic Zone, Sarayut Lekplipol, Director of Industry Investment at CHEC Port City Colombo Pvt Ltd, Shi Mingguang, and Manager of Business Development for Investment Promotion and Marketing at CHEC Port City Colombo Pvt Ltd, Michael Hu.
The delegation outlined Colombo Port City’s vision to position itself as a premier hub for regional offices and trading offices. As part of this initiative, they proposed a high level investment summit specifically designed to attract secondary investments from companies in Thailand. They requested the Embassy’s assistance to facilitate engagement with prominent Thai chambers and trade associations, inviting their members to participate in this event.
Ambassador Edirisinghe underscored the Embassy’s commitment to facilitating these initiatives, emphasizing the strategic role of Port City Colombo as a gateway for regional investment in South Asia. Both sides agreed to maintain close collaboration to foster stronger economic ties and unlock new business opportunities between Sri Lanka and Thailand.
Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka
Bangkok
12th November 2024
Ambassador of Sri Lanka reaffirms commitment to fostering cooperation with Lao PDR and Cambodia
The Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka paid calls to the Ambassador of the Lao People's Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) to Thailand, H.E. Mr. Khamphan Anlavan and the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Cambodia to Thailand, H.E. Hun Saroeun, at their respective embassies in Bangkok. These diplomatic meetings served to strengthen bilateral relations and reaffirm Sri Lanka’s commitment to fostering cooperation with both Lao PDR and Cambodia, both of which are accredited to the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Thailand.
Sri Lanka-Thai Collaboration in Batik Art: Harshi Batik Participates in Specialized Training in Thailand
As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen cultural ties and promote artistic collaboration, the Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok facilitated the participation of Harshi Batik, a Sri Lankan artisan, in a specialized training programme on traditional Thai Batik. The programme was conducted by the esteemed Phaya Batik and Phaya Paint Batik in Thailand, recognized for their expertise in preserving and innovating the timeless art of Batik.
