Press Releases
Ambassador of Sri Lanka Meets President of Thai Travel Agents Association to Strengthen Tourism Ties
Sri Lanka–Thailand Medical Partnership to Deliver 71 Free Knee Surgeries
A special Buddhist fundraising event was held in support of a landmark humanitarian medical initiative aimed at enhancing access to orthopedic care in Sri Lanka.
15 Sri Lankans Rescued from Cybercrime Centres in Myawaddy, Myanmar to be Repatriated on 07 May 2025
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism, in close coordination with the Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Thailand and the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Myanmar, has successfully facilitated the rescue of 15 Sri Lankan nationals who had been trafficked and forcibly employed in cybercrime centres in Myawaddy, Myanmar on 06th May 2025. The rescued individuals are scheduled to be repatriated to Sri Lanka on 07 May 2025.
Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Thailand Wijayanthi Edirisinghe met with Mr. Charoen Wangananont, President of the Thai Travel Agents Association (TTAA) recently to discuss on enhancing tourism collaboration between the two countries.
During the meeting, both explored various opportunities to enhance tourism ties between the two nations. Ambassador Edirisinghe highlighted Sri Lanka’s rich cultural heritage, scenic landscapes and unique travel experiences, positioning the country as an attractive destination for Thai travelers.
Mr. Charoen Wangananont, in turn, expressed interest in working closely with Sri Lanka to boost tourism and explore avenues for promotional campaigns. He also extended an invitation for Sri Lanka to take part in Thai International Travel Fair (TITF) scheduled to be held from 16-19 January 2025, which is expected to draw a large number of exhibitors and visitors from across the region. Counsellor (Commercial) of the Embassy, Vireshika Bandara also attended the discussion.
Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka
Bangkok
09th September 2024
Sri Lanka–Thailand Medical Partnership to Deliver 71 Free Knee Surgeries
A special Buddhist fundraising event was held in support of a landmark humanitarian medical initiative aimed at enhancing access to orthopedic care in Sri Lanka.
15 Sri Lankans Rescued from Cybercrime Centres in Myawaddy, Myanmar to be Repatriated on 07 May 2025
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism, in close coordination with the Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Thailand and the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Myanmar, has successfully facilitated the rescue of 15 Sri Lankan nationals who had been trafficked and forcibly employed in cybercrime centres in Myawaddy, Myanmar on 06th May 2025. The rescued individuals are scheduled to be repatriated to Sri Lanka on 07 May 2025.
