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Sri Lanka and Thailand Deepen Defence Ties Through Staff College Delegation Visit
Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Thailand Wijayanthi Edirisinghe and the delegation from the Defence Services Command and Staff College (DSCSC) of Sri Lanka visited the National Defence Studies Institute (NDSI) of Thailand on 01 August 2025 in sideline to the study tour aimed at enhancing bilateral defence cooperation and strategic dialogue between Sri Lanka and Thailand. The delegation was warmly welcomed by Commanding General Pongtep Gaewchaiyo of the NDSI.
Minister of Health and Mass Media of Sri Lanka Participates in the 20th Asia Media Summit in Siem Reap, Cambodia
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok facilitated the official visit of Minister of Health and Mass Media of Sri Lanka Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, to participate in the 20th Asia Media Summit held in Siem Reap, Cambodia on 23 July 2025.
Newly appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath assumed duties at the Ministry today (25 September 2024) at a simple ceremony. Foreign Secretary Aruni Wijewardane and senior officials of the Ministry were present.
As a Member of Parliament, Minister Herath has represented the Gampaha District since 2000. He had also previously served as the Minister of Cultural Affairs & National Heritage.
Minister Herath holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Kelaniya.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Colombo
25 September 2024
Sri Lanka and Thailand Deepen Defence Ties Through Staff College Delegation Visit
Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Thailand Wijayanthi Edirisinghe and the delegation from the Defence Services Command and Staff College (DSCSC) of Sri Lanka visited the National Defence Studies Institute (NDSI) of Thailand on 01 August 2025 in sideline to the study tour aimed at enhancing bilateral defence cooperation and strategic dialogue between Sri Lanka and Thailand. The delegation was warmly welcomed by Commanding General Pongtep Gaewchaiyo of the NDSI.
Minister of Health and Mass Media of Sri Lanka Participates in the 20th Asia Media Summit in Siem Reap, Cambodia
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok facilitated the official visit of Minister of Health and Mass Media of Sri Lanka Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, to participate in the 20th Asia Media Summit held in Siem Reap, Cambodia on 23 July 2025.