Press Releases
Sri Lanka Showcases Its Creativity at the Amazing Thailand Global Thai Silk Exhibition 2026
Sri Lanka participated in the Amazing Thailand Global Thai Silk Exhibition 2026, an international initiative showcasing the cultural identities of more than 100 countries through contemporary fashion designs incorporating Thai silk. The initiative was organised by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in collaboration with the Association for the Promotion of Thai Silk and Culture.
Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok Organizes Promotional and Networking Session for Sri Lanka EXPO 2027
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Bangkok organized a “Sri Lanka EXPO 2027 – Promotion and Networking Session” on 07 October 2026 in Bangkok, with the participation of prospective Thai business representatives, investors, buyers, industry stakeholders and journalists.
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Thailand organized a Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Event at Radisson Suites Bangkok Sukhumvit, Bangkok, on 14 February 2025, bringing together over 60 members of Thailand’s travel trade fraternity to strengthen tourism ties between the two countries.
Leading Sri Lankan travel companies, Esna Holidays, Jetwing Travels and Sri Lanka Trip Advisor, participated in the event, engaging with Thai travel agents and tour operators to promote Sri Lanka as a preferred travel destination. As part of the event highlights, Esna Holidays and Jetwing Travels sponsored hotel package giveaways for guests through an exciting raffle draw.
Adding a vibrant cultural touch to the evening, the Sri Lanka Air Force Dance Troupe captivated the audience with a mesmerizing traditional Sri Lankan dance performance, showcasing the island’s rich artistic heritage.
Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Thailand, Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, in her welcome remarks, emphasized the significance of the event, stating that it is a timely opportunity to enhance collaboration between the two nations in the tourism sector, especially as Sri Lanka is booming as one of the best tourist destinations, attracting international visitors with its diverse natural beauty, wildlife, historical monuments, and rich culture.
Ambassador Edirisinghe further highlighted Sri Lanka’s remarkable tourism recovery, noting that the country welcomed 2.05 million international tourists in 2024. Ambassador Edirisinghe also expressed her delight that the two-millionth tourist to Sri Lanka was from Thailand, symbolizing the growing interest of Thai travelers in Sri Lanka’s diverse tourism offerings.
The event successfully strengthened partnerships between the Sri Lankan and Thai travel industries, reinforcing Sri Lanka’s position as a premier destination for Thai travelers.
Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka
Bangkok
18th February 2025
Sri Lanka Showcases Its Creativity at the Amazing Thailand Global Thai Silk Exhibition 2026
Sri Lanka participated in the Amazing Thailand Global Thai Silk Exhibition 2026, an international initiative showcasing the cultural identities of more than 100 countries through contemporary fashion designs incorporating Thai silk. The initiative was organised by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in collaboration with the Association for the Promotion of Thai Silk and Culture.
Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok Organizes Promotional and Networking Session for Sri Lanka EXPO 2027
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Bangkok organized a “Sri Lanka EXPO 2027 – Promotion and Networking Session” on 07 October 2026 in Bangkok, with the participation of prospective Thai business representatives, investors, buyers, industry stakeholders and journalists.