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Ambassador Wijayanthi Edirisinghe’s meets Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Munet Strengthening Bilateral Ties and Regional Cooperation
Embassy and permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok Commemorates the 78th Anniversary of Independence
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok commemorated the 78th Anniversary of the Independence of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka with an official ceremony held on 4 February 2026 at the Residence of the Ambassador, with the participation of members of the Sri Lankan community, distinguished guests, representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand and members of the diplomatic corps.
Pirith Chanting Ceremony held in Bangkok Marks Sri Lanka’s 78th Independence Anniversary and invokes blessing for peace, resilience and friendship
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok held a solemn Pirith chanting ceremony on 03 February 2026 at the Official Residence of the Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Thailand, to commemorate the 78th Anniversary of the Independence of Sri Lanka. The ceremony was organized under the guidance of H E Wijayanthi Edirisighe, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to Thailand and was arranged by the officials of the Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok.
Sri Lanka Ambassador Wijayanthi Edirisinghe paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Munet of the Kingdom of Cambodia at the Peace Palace in Phnom Penh, following her presentation to the His Majesty Preah Bat Samdech Preah Boromneath Norodom Sihamoni, King of Cambodia. This high-level engagement marks a significant step in reinforcing the longstanding relationship between the two nations.
During the meeting, Ambassador Edirisinghe highlighted several key initiatives that have taken throughout the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Sri Lanka and collaborative prospects, including Temple to Temple Diplomacy, initiated aiming at augmenting and strengthening Buddhist links. The Ambassador requested Cambodian support to ensure the success of this culturally significant project.
Ambassador Edirisinghe further expressed keen interest in further deepening economic ties, for the mutual benefits of enhanced cooperation in trade, investment, and tourism. Both nations are poised to work together towards achieving these shared objectives.
She also highlighted that Sri Lanka has launched the nationwide Clean Sri Lanka Project with the guidance of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake an initiative designed to foster a cleaner physical environment alongside a moral commitment to enhanced ethical principles. This project reflects Sri Lanka’s dedication to sustainable development and community well-being.
Reaffirming Sri Lanka’s belief in the importance of stronger ties with Cambodia, a member of ASEAN and Southeast Asian nations, the Ambassador stressed that closer cooperation in these areas is essential for global economic development and growth.
Prime Minister Hun Munet reiterated Cambodia’s commitment to strengthening the bilateral relationship with Sri Lanka across multiple sectors. He emphasized that this collaboration will not only boost economic and cultural exchanges but also contribute to regional stability and shared prosperity of the interest of two countries.
Both sides expressed optimism about future initiatives and pledged to work collaboratively to address common challenges and capitalize on emerging opportunities for mutual benefit.
Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka
Bangkok, Thailand
27th February 2025
Embassy and permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok Commemorates the 78th Anniversary of Independence
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok commemorated the 78th Anniversary of the Independence of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka with an official ceremony held on 4 February 2026 at the Residence of the Ambassador, with the participation of members of the Sri Lankan community, distinguished guests, representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand and members of the diplomatic corps.
Pirith Chanting Ceremony held in Bangkok Marks Sri Lanka’s 78th Independence Anniversary and invokes blessing for peace, resilience and friendship
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok held a solemn Pirith chanting ceremony on 03 February 2026 at the Official Residence of the Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Thailand, to commemorate the 78th Anniversary of the Independence of Sri Lanka. The ceremony was organized under the guidance of H E Wijayanthi Edirisighe, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to Thailand and was arranged by the officials of the Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok.