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Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok Formally Commences Official Duties for the Year 2026
Embassy of Sri Lanka in Bangkok Participates in the International Conference on the Global Partnership against Online Scams in Bangkok
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand, in partnership with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), successfully co-hosted the International Conference on the Global Partnership against Online Scams in Bangkok, Thailand. The Conference aimed to strengthen and complement ongoing regional and international efforts to combat online scams and to enhance global cooperation to address existing operational gaps in tackling this complex form of transnational crime. The event brought together over 300 participants from 60 countries, including ministerial-level representatives, senior officials, international organizations, the private sector, and civil society.
Sri Lanka’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to UNESCAP Chairs 421st Session of the ACPR in Bangkok
The Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to Thailand, E.A.S. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, participated in the 421st Session of the Advisory Committee of Permanent Representatives (ACPR) held at the United Nations premises in Bangkok. The Ambassador was invited to chair the final ACPR session of the year, reflecting Sri Lanka’s active and constructive engagement with the UN system in the region.
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok, Thailand ceremonially commenced work for the year 2026 on 02 January, in keeping with government directives on the commencement of duties of public institutions for the New Year.
The official proceedings began with singing of the National Anthem. This was followed by a solemn two-minute silence, observed in honour and remembrance of the members of the Sri Lanka Tri-Forces and all others who made the supreme sacrifice in service to the motherland.
The staff of the Embassy and Permanent Mission thereafter took the Oath of the Public Service, reaffirming their commitment to the principles of integrity, accountability, unity, and professionalism, and their resolve to carry out their official responsibilities with dedication and efficiency in the year ahead.
Addressing the staff, E. A. S. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, the Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Thailand and Permanent Representative to UNESCAP emphasized the importance of teamwork, discipline, and a citizen-centred approach in public service. The Ambassador highlighted the Mission’s responsibility to actively advance Sri Lanka’s foreign policy priorities, strengthen bilateral and multilateral engagement, enhance economic relations and effectively serve the Sri Lankan community, while contributing to national recovery and development efforts. The Ambassador encouraged all officers and staff to approach the year 2026 with renewed commitment, resilience, and a results-oriented mindset.
The ceremony concluded with a New Year breakfast, featuring traditional Sri Lankan sweets, symbolizing unity, goodwill, and shared aspirations for a productive and successful year ahead.
Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka
02 January 2025
Embassy of Sri Lanka in Bangkok Participates in the International Conference on the Global Partnership against Online Scams in Bangkok
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand, in partnership with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), successfully co-hosted the International Conference on the Global Partnership against Online Scams in Bangkok, Thailand. The Conference aimed to strengthen and complement ongoing regional and international efforts to combat online scams and to enhance global cooperation to address existing operational gaps in tackling this complex form of transnational crime. The event brought together over 300 participants from 60 countries, including ministerial-level representatives, senior officials, international organizations, the private sector, and civil society.
Sri Lanka’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to UNESCAP Chairs 421st Session of the ACPR in Bangkok
The Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to Thailand, E.A.S. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, participated in the 421st Session of the Advisory Committee of Permanent Representatives (ACPR) held at the United Nations premises in Bangkok. The Ambassador was invited to chair the final ACPR session of the year, reflecting Sri Lanka’s active and constructive engagement with the UN system in the region.