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Strengthening Buddhist Heritage Diplomacy: Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to Thailand Delivers a Lecture at Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University
The Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to UNESCAP in Bangkok, Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, was invited to deliver a lecture on “Guardians of the Dhamma: The Role of Buddhism in Sri Lanka and Anagarika Dharmapala’s Pioneering Efforts to Preserve Buddhagaya” at the Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University, one of Thailand’s foremost centres of Buddhist higher education on 17 March 2026.
Ambassador Hosts Ms. Sri Lanka 2025 to Promote Cultural and Creative Collaboration Between Sri Lanka and Thailand
The Ambassador & Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to Thailand, Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, recently hosted Ms. Sri Lanka 2025, Prathiba Liyanarachchi, at the Official Residence of the Ambassador in Bangkok. The meeting was attended by members of the Embassy staff and several Sri Lankan ladies residing in Thailand.
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Bangkok facilitated Sri Lanka’s significant participation at the 73rd edition of the Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair (BGJF), currently being held from 22–26 February 2026 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, Bangkok.
The Bangkok Gems & Jewelry Fair (BGJF) is one of the world’s longest-celebrated and top four premier jewelry trade exhibitions, which is attended by a total of 1,300 companies across 2,800 booths. The inauguration session was graciously presided over by Her Royal Highness Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya, who officiated the opening ceremony Fair.
With the facilitation of the Embassy, sixty (60) Sri Lankan companies are participating under the Sri Lanka Pavilion, collectively occupying seventy-five (75) booths. The Pavilion showcases an impressive range of world-renowned Ceylon gemstones, including sapphires and other precious stones, reflecting Sri Lanka’s rich heritage, craftsmanship, and industry excellence.
Hon. Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development of Sri Lanka, Sunil Handunnetti, Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Thailand and Permanent Representative to UNESCAP, Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, and Chairman of the National Gem and Jewelry Authority (NGJA), S. P. Chaminda, graced the opening ceremony of the Sri Lanka Pavilion.
In addition to the exhibitors from Sri Lanka, approximately ten Sri Lankan-owned companies based in Thailand are also taking part in the Fair. Their participation further underscores the active engagement and growing footprint of the Sri Lankan business community within Thailand’s vibrant gems and jewelry sector.
Sri Lanka’s participation at BGJF 2026 reflects the country’s continued commitment to strengthening trade ties with Thailand and the broader ASEAN region, while promoting Ceylon gems and jewelry to the global marketplace. The Embassy remains dedicated to supporting Sri Lankan exporters and fostering mutually beneficial commercial partnerships between Sri Lanka and Thailand.
Embassy of Sri Lanka
Bangkok
24.02.2026
Strengthening Buddhist Heritage Diplomacy: Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to Thailand Delivers a Lecture at Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University
The Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to UNESCAP in Bangkok, Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, was invited to deliver a lecture on “Guardians of the Dhamma: The Role of Buddhism in Sri Lanka and Anagarika Dharmapala’s Pioneering Efforts to Preserve Buddhagaya” at the Mahachulalongkornrajavidyalaya University, one of Thailand’s foremost centres of Buddhist higher education on 17 March 2026.
Ambassador Hosts Ms. Sri Lanka 2025 to Promote Cultural and Creative Collaboration Between Sri Lanka and Thailand
The Ambassador & Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to Thailand, Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, recently hosted Ms. Sri Lanka 2025, Prathiba Liyanarachchi, at the Official Residence of the Ambassador in Bangkok. The meeting was attended by members of the Embassy staff and several Sri Lankan ladies residing in Thailand.