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Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism Vijitha Herath discusses the rescue and safe repatriation of trafficked Sri Lankans with Thailand’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Maris Sangiampongsa
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism, Vijitha Herath, held a telephone conversation with Thailand’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Maris Sangiampongsa, today (13 February 2025) to reaffirm Sri Lanka’s commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation and underscored the urgent assistance required with respect to the rescue and safe repatriation of trafficked Sri Lankans.

Message of H.E. Anura Kumara Dissanayake, President of Sri Lanka on the 77th Independence Day

Logo Design Competition “70 Years of Diplomatic Relations between Sri Lanka and Thailand”

Christmas Messages of H.E. the President, Hon. Prime Minister and Hon. Foreign Minister

National Day Messages – Thailand – 05 December 2024

Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath assumes duties
Newly appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment & Tourism Vijitha Herath assumed duties at the Foreign Ministry today, 18 November 2024 at a simple ceremony. Senior officials of the Ministry were present on the occasion.

Foreign Secretary Aruni Ranaraja assumes duties
Newly appointed Secretary to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Aruni Ranaraja, following her appointment by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake assumed duties at the Foreign Ministry today, 19 November 2024. Senior officials of the Ministry were present on the occasion.

Sri Lanka Tourism Warmly Welcomes Travelers for the Upcoming Season
Sri Lanka Tourism extends a warm invitation to travelers from around the world to visit Sri Lanka during the upcoming tourist season. We ensure that all tourists can enjoy a safe and secure experience while exploring the beauty of our island. The highest levels of safety and security will be maintained for all visitors throughout their stay in Sri Lanka.

Commemorating the 25th Anniversary of UN Proclamation of the International Day of Vesak, Sri Lanka gifts an Art work of ‘Sri Dalada Perahera’ to UNESCAP for displaying at the United Nations Conference Centre (UNCC) in Bangkok
At the United Nations Conference Centre (UNCC),Bangkok, on the Visakha Pooja Day, 22nd May 2022 (22May Vesak 2567 BE), commemorating the 25th Anniversary of United Nations Proclamation of the International Day of Vesak, Ambassador of Sri Lanka and Permanent Representative to UNESCAP, C. A. Chaminda I. Colonne, handed over a magnificent traditional Art work of ‘Sri Dalada Perahera’ to the Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations & Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana to display at the UNCC in Bangkok.

Sri Lanka Embassy in Bangkok joins the “57th Diplomatic Red Cross Bazaar” inaugurated by Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok joined the International Charity product expo of the year “57th Diplomatic Red Cross Bazaar” under the theme “Shop for a Cause” at Siam Paragon, Bangkok from 17-19 May 2024, organized by the Thai Red Cross Society in collaboration with the spouses of the Ambassadors in Bangkok. The spouse of the Ambassador of Sri Lanka Stephen Senanayake was a member of the organizing committee and Co-Director of the raffle draw. For the very first time Thai Red Cross souvenirs and raffle tickets were purchased all over the world through online platform iredcross.org.