Press Releases
Ambassador of Sri Lanka Contributes to UNESCAP – Side Event during the 81st ESCAP Commission Session
The Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Thailand and the Permanent Representative to the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) Wijayanthi Edirisinghe invited to attend a panel discussion at the BIMSTEC-ESCAP side event held during the 81st ESCAP Commission Session under the theme “Harnessing Digital Technologies for Sustainable Development in the Bay of Bengal Region.” On 23.04.2025.
Sri Lanka’s Engagement at 81st Session of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP)
The Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Thailand and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, led Sri Lanka’s delegation at the 81st Session of ESCAP, held from 21 to 25 April 2025 at the United Nations Conference Centre in Bangkok.
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Thailand accredited to Cambodia successfully organized a networking meeting to connect Sri Lankan companies based in Cambodia with businesses interested in exploring opportunities in this dynamic market on 22nd January 2025. The meeting was attended by representatives from CAMCEM Co. Ltd., the Sri Lanka Association for Software and Services Companies (SLASSCOM), and around 20 Sri Lankan businesses operating in Cambodia, alongside companies keen to expand into the Cambodian market.
Addressing the gathering, Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Thailand, Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, emphasized the Embassy’s commitment to fostering collaboration, knowledge-sharing and partnerships that strengthen economic ties between Sri Lanka and Cambodia. She emphasized that the Embassy initiated this meeting to serve as a platform for Sri Lankan companies in Cambodia to connect with those exploring opportunities in Cambodia and Embassy’s aim is to facilitate meaningful collaborations, address challenges, and support the private sector as they expand their footprint in this vibrant region.
The meeting highlighted key opportunities in Cambodia’s growing market and created a forum for exchanging ideas and experiences. The CEO of CAMCEM Co. Ltd. shared insights into operating in Cambodia, while the SLASSCOM outlined the potential for IT and software services collaborations.
Participants engaged in discussions on various sectors, including trade, technology, manufacturing and property development and explored ways to enhance Sri Lanka’s economic presence in Cambodia.
This initiative underscores the Embassy’s ongoing efforts to strengthen bilateral trade and investment ties, creating a supportive environment for Sri Lankan businesses abroad.
Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka
Bangkok
24th January 2025
Ambassador of Sri Lanka Contributes to UNESCAP – Side Event during the 81st ESCAP Commission Session
The Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Thailand and the Permanent Representative to the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) Wijayanthi Edirisinghe invited to attend a panel discussion at the BIMSTEC-ESCAP side event held during the 81st ESCAP Commission Session under the theme “Harnessing Digital Technologies for Sustainable Development in the Bay of Bengal Region.” On 23.04.2025.
Sri Lanka’s Engagement at 81st Session of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP)
The Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Thailand and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, led Sri Lanka’s delegation at the 81st Session of ESCAP, held from 21 to 25 April 2025 at the United Nations Conference Centre in Bangkok.