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Sri Lanka Ambassador To Thailand Meets Diaspora After Presenting Letter Of Credence To His Majesty The King Of Thailand
Sri Lanka–Thailand Partnership Strengthened through Women Leadership Development Programme for Banking Professionals at AIT Thailand
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Thailand highlighted the growing partnership between Sri Lanka and Thailand in the areas of education, professional development, and capacity building at the Closing Ceremony of the Professional Development Programme on “Women Leadership in the Banking Sector”, held on 27 June 2026 at the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), Thailand.
Embassy of Sri Lanka in Bangkok Promotes Cultural Diplomacy by Facilitating the Official Invitation of Mrs. World 2025 of Thailand for the Launch of Mrs. Sri Lanka World 2026
An official invitation was recently extended to Mrs. World 2025 from Thailand, Ms. Chanita Seedaket Craythorne, inviting her to visit Sri Lanka as the Guest of Honour at the launch ceremony of Mrs. Sri Lanka World 2026.
In a momentous occasion, E.A.S. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Thailand and Permanent Representative to UNESCAP, met with the Sri Lankan community for the first time following the presentation of credentials to His Majesty the King of Thailand. The reception was organized by the Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok and held at the Embassy on 21 st October 2024.
The event commenced with the blessings from of Buddhist, Hindu, Muslim and Christian clergy, symbolizing unity and harmony among different communities. The gathering was well-attended by members of the Sri Lanka Association of Thailand, the Thai Sri Lanka Chamber of Commerce, and senior officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand.
In her address to the attendees, Ambassador Wijayanthi Edirisinghe emphasized the significance of fostering connections between the Sri Lankan community in Thailand and the Embassy. She highlighted the potential for collaboration in various sectors, including trade, culture and education. The Ambassador also expressed gratitude for the warmth and the vibrant spirit of the Sri Lankan community in Thailand.
Ambassador Edirisinghe also emphasized the plethora of activities undertaken by the Embassy since her arrival, including initiatives aimed at promoting trade and investment, cultural exchange and bolstering bilateral relations. She also outlined future plans and promotional activities to celebrate the upcoming 70 th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and Thailand, emphasizing the significance of collaboration in trade, tourism, and cultural heritage.
The Ambassador encouraged the diaspora to participate in the planned events, which will showcase the rich traditions of Sri Lanka and further enhance ties with Thailand.
Following the address, guests enjoyed a delightful reception featuring a variety of traditional Sri Lankan dishes and the renowned ceylon tea, allowing attendees to savor the rich culinary heritage of Sri Lanka while networking with one another.
The event marked a significant step in sustaining ties between the Sri Lankan community and the Embassy, setting a positive tone for prospective engagements.
Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka
Bangkok
25th October 2024
Sri Lanka–Thailand Partnership Strengthened through Women Leadership Development Programme for Banking Professionals at AIT Thailand
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Thailand highlighted the growing partnership between Sri Lanka and Thailand in the areas of education, professional development, and capacity building at the Closing Ceremony of the Professional Development Programme on “Women Leadership in the Banking Sector”, held on 27 June 2026 at the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), Thailand.
Embassy of Sri Lanka in Bangkok Promotes Cultural Diplomacy by Facilitating the Official Invitation of Mrs. World 2025 of Thailand for the Launch of Mrs. Sri Lanka World 2026
An official invitation was recently extended to Mrs. World 2025 from Thailand, Ms. Chanita Seedaket Craythorne, inviting her to visit Sri Lanka as the Guest of Honour at the launch ceremony of Mrs. Sri Lanka World 2026.