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Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok Organizes Promotional and Networking Session for Sri Lanka EXPO 2027
Sri Lankan Ambassador Meets Thai Minister of Public Health
H.E. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to Thailand, held discussions with the H E Pattana Promphat, Minister of Public Health of Thailand on 30 September 2026. The meeting highlighted the longstanding and close relations between Sri Lanka and Thailand, underpinned by strong bonds of friendship, cultural and religious affinity, and longstanding cooperation in a range of areas. The two sides exchanged views on matters of mutual interest and explored opportunities to further strengthen bilateral cooperation.
“Gem Sri Lanka 2027” Launch Strengthens Sri Lanka – Thailand Gem and Jewellery Cooperation
The Gem Sri Lanka 2027 was unveiled in Bangkok on 06 September 2026, bringing together key stakeholders to promote Sri Lanka’s gem and jewellery industry ahead of its fourth edition in January 2027. The launch was organised by the Ceylon Gem & Jewellery Traders Association (CGJTA).
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 session was organized to promote Sri Lanka EXPO 2027, scheduled to be held from 14–17 January 2027 at the BMICH in Colombo, and to encourage greater participation from the Thai business community.
Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Thailand, Wijayanthi Edirisinghe emphasized the importance of further deepening the longstanding economic and commercial partnership between Sri Lanka and Thailand. She invited Thai businesses to make use of Sri Lanka EXPO 2027 as a platform to discover new sourcing opportunities, establish business partnerships and explore investment prospects in Sri Lanka.
The Ambassador highlighted that the Expo would bring together Sri Lankan companies from a diverse range of sectors, providing Thai buyers, investors and business leaders with an opportunity to connect directly with Sri Lankan exporters and industry representatives under one platform.
Shiwanthi Abeyrathne, Minister Counsellor (Commercial) of the Embassy made a comprehensive presentation on Sri Lanka EXPO 2027, covering the Expo’s key sectors, participation and registration procedures, opportunities available to international buyers and investors, and the facilities and benefits offered to overseas participants. The presentation also highlighted Sri Lanka’s strategic geographical position, access to regional markets and its potential as a platform for Thai businesses seeking new sourcing partners, commercial collaborations, investment opportunities and business linkages.
The programme featured promotional videos showcasing Sri Lanka EXPO 2027, Sri Lankan products and industries, and the country’s diverse business and investment opportunities, providing participants with an insight into the breadth of opportunities available through the Expo.
The presentations were followed by an interactive business networking session, during which Thai participants had the opportunity to engage directly with the Ambassador and Embassy representatives, exchange views and explore potential areas of cooperation with Sri Lankan businesses. The Embassy also provided information and clarification on a range of practical matters relating to participation in Sri Lanka EXPO 2027. The strong response from participants demonstrated the growing interest among the Thai business community in exploring opportunities in Sri Lanka.
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Bangkok will continue its targeted outreach among Thai businesses, chambers of commerce, industry associations, buyers, investors and other key stakeholders in the lead-up to Sri Lanka EXPO 2027, with the objective of facilitating increased Thai participation and creating new avenues for trade, investment, sourcing and business-to-business partnerships between Sri Lanka and Thailand.
Embassy of Sri Lanka
Bangkok, Thailand
08 October 2026
Sri Lankan Ambassador Meets Thai Minister of Public Health
H.E. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to Thailand, held discussions with the H E Pattana Promphat, Minister of Public Health of Thailand on 30 September 2026. The meeting highlighted the longstanding and close relations between Sri Lanka and Thailand, underpinned by strong bonds of friendship, cultural and religious affinity, and longstanding cooperation in a range of areas. The two sides exchanged views on matters of mutual interest and explored opportunities to further strengthen bilateral cooperation.
“Gem Sri Lanka 2027” Launch Strengthens Sri Lanka – Thailand Gem and Jewellery Cooperation
The Gem Sri Lanka 2027 was unveiled in Bangkok on 06 September 2026, bringing together key stakeholders to promote Sri Lanka’s gem and jewellery industry ahead of its fourth edition in January 2027. The launch was organised by the Ceylon Gem & Jewellery Traders Association (CGJTA).