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Ambassador of Sri Lanka Discusses Strengthening Local Governance and Cultural Bonds with Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior
Sri Lanka showcased strong commitment to sustainable financing at the Fifth Session of the Committee on Macroeconomic Policy, Poverty Reduction and Financing for Development held in Bangkok.
The Fifth Session of the Committee on Macroeconomic Policy, Poverty Reduction and Financing for Development was held from 19-21 November 2025 at the Unite Nations Conference Centre in Bangkok. The Session was opened by Ms. Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana, Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP). During the opening session, special remarks were made by H.E. Ahmed Mazin, Minister of State for
Finance and Planning of Maldives, Mr. Benjarong Suwankiri, Vice-Minister of Finance of Thailand and the Secretary-General of UNCTAD. The meeting brought together key member States,
including Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Maldives, Republic of Korea, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Türkiye, the United States of America, and Viet Nam, reflecting strong regional engagement in advancing inclusive and sustainable development financing.
Embassy of Sri Lanka in Bangkok Hosts “Sri Lanka: Your Next Best Destination”, Tourism Promotional Evening, to Mark the 70th Anniversary of Sri Lanka–Thailand Diplomatic Relations
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Bangkok in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau and Sri Lankan Airlines, organized “Sri Lanka: Your Next Best Destination”, Tourism Promotional Evening, on 24 November 2025 at the Avani Riverside Hotel, Bangkok, to commemorate the 70th Anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and Thailand.
Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Thailand and Permanent Representative to the UNESCAP Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, paid a courtesy call on Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior of Thailand Anutin Charnvirakul, on 9 April 2025 at the Ministry of Interior in Bangkok.
The meeting reflected the longstanding friendship and deep-rooted cultural ties between Sri Lanka and Thailand. The two dignitaries discussed avenues to further strengthen bilateral cooperation, particularly in the context of the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two nations, being commemorated this year.
Ambassador Edirisinghe and Deputy Prime Minister Anutin exchanged views on enhancing people-to-people ties, and fostering greater collaboration between local government institutions in both countries. The Ambassador proposed knowledge-sharing initiatives on local governance drawing on Thailand’s experience in community-level administration and development.
During the meeting, Ambassador Edirisinghe also handed over an official invitation from Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation of Sri Lanka, inviting Deputy Prime Minister Anutin to participate in the Fourth Ministerial Conference of the Regional Integrated Multi-Hazard Early Warning System (RIMES), to be held in Colombo during the first week of May 2025. The conference is expected to bring together regional leaders to strengthen cooperation on disaster preparedness and climate resilience.
Special attention was also given to the celebration of Vesak Day in Bangkok, which holds profound significance to both nations as Buddhist countries. The two sides expressed their commitment to working closely together to organize joint commemorative activities that reflect the shared spiritual and cultural heritage.
Ambassador Edirisinghe conveyed her appreciation for the continued support extended by the Government of Thailand to Sri Lanka and reaffirmed Sri Lanka’s commitment to deepening the multifaceted partnership between the two countries.
The Head of Chancery A W S Samanmali, Minister Counsellor (Commercial) Vireshika Bandara also joined the discussion. The courtesy call underscored the mutual desire to build upon the historical bonds and explore new opportunities for cooperation in the years ahead.
Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka
Bangkok
11.04.2025
Sri Lanka showcased strong commitment to sustainable financing at the Fifth Session of the Committee on Macroeconomic Policy, Poverty Reduction and Financing for Development held in Bangkok.
The Fifth Session of the Committee on Macroeconomic Policy, Poverty Reduction and Financing for Development was held from 19-21 November 2025 at the Unite Nations Conference Centre in Bangkok. The Session was opened by Ms. Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana, Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP). During the opening session, special remarks were made by H.E. Ahmed Mazin, Minister of State for
Finance and Planning of Maldives, Mr. Benjarong Suwankiri, Vice-Minister of Finance of Thailand and the Secretary-General of UNCTAD. The meeting brought together key member States,
including Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Maldives, Republic of Korea, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Türkiye, the United States of America, and Viet Nam, reflecting strong regional engagement in advancing inclusive and sustainable development financing.
Embassy of Sri Lanka in Bangkok Hosts “Sri Lanka: Your Next Best Destination”, Tourism Promotional Evening, to Mark the 70th Anniversary of Sri Lanka–Thailand Diplomatic Relations
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Bangkok in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau and Sri Lankan Airlines, organized “Sri Lanka: Your Next Best Destination”, Tourism Promotional Evening, on 24 November 2025 at the Avani Riverside Hotel, Bangkok, to commemorate the 70th Anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and Thailand.