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Ambassador of Sri Lanka meets Thai Minister of Labour to discuss Labour Cooperation
The Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to Thailand, Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, met with the Minister of Labour of Thailand, Pongkawin Jungrungruangkit, at the Ministry of Labour in Bangkok to explore the potential recruitment of Sri Lankan workers to Thailand.

Sri Lanka and Thailand Bolster Defence Cooperation Through Officer-Level Engagement
A 21-member delegation from the Defence Services Command and Staff College (DSCSC) of Sri Lanka, led by Captain S.K. Vidanage, USP, psc, GR of the Sri Lanka Navy, is currently undertaking a study tour in Thailand from 28 July to 8 August 2025.

Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Thailand, Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, met with a team of potential investors interested in exploring business opportunities in Sri Lanka. The discussion centered around key potential investment sectors in Sri Lanka with a focus on fostering long term collaboration.
The Embassy and Permanent Mission delivered a comprehensive presentation highlighting the current investment opportunities in Sri Lanka, emphasizing the country’s strategic location, investor-friendly policies and emerging economic potential. The presentation underscored why Sri Lanka remains an attractive destination for foreign investment.
The investors expressed keen interest in exploring energy projects, including renewable energy and power generation, as well as ventures in fertilizer manufacturing, given Sri Lanka’s agricultural sector’s growing demand.
The meeting also included discussions on expanding collaboration in tourism, education, and cultural exchanges, recognizing the synergies between the two countries and the potential to strengthen bilateral ties further.
This meeting reaffirmed the Embassy’s commitment to promoting Sri Lanka as a hub for trade, investment, tourism and cultural collaboration, while supporting initiatives that contribute to sustainable economic growth.
Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka
Bangkok
16th January 2025
Ambassador of Sri Lanka meets Thai Minister of Labour to discuss Labour Cooperation
The Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to Thailand, Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, met with the Minister of Labour of Thailand, Pongkawin Jungrungruangkit, at the Ministry of Labour in Bangkok to explore the potential recruitment of Sri Lankan workers to Thailand.
Sri Lanka and Thailand Bolster Defence Cooperation Through Officer-Level Engagement
A 21-member delegation from the Defence Services Command and Staff College (DSCSC) of Sri Lanka, led by Captain S.K. Vidanage, USP, psc, GR of the Sri Lanka Navy, is currently undertaking a study tour in Thailand from 28 July to 8 August 2025.