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Sri Lanka-Thai Collaboration in Batik Art: Harshi Batik Participates in Specialized Training in Thailand

Ambassador of Sri Lanka attends “Members’ Connect 2025” organized by the Thai-Sri Lanka Chamber of Commerce
Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Thailand, E.A.S. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe graced the “Members’ Connect 2025” Fellowship and Business Networking Event hosted by the Thai–Sri Lanka Chamber of Commerce (TSLCC) on 27 September 2025 at the Grande Centrepoint Surawong, Bangkok, as Guest of Honour.

Sri Lanka and Thailand Explore New Horizons in Economic Education Collaboration
Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to Thailand, H E Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, met with Professor Peera Charoenporn, Dean of the Faculty of Economics at Thammasat University on 16 September 2025 at the University premises to discuss new avenues for enhancing educational collaboration between Sri Lanka and Thailand.

As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen cultural ties and promote artistic collaboration, the Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok facilitated the participation of Harshi Batik, a Sri Lankan artisan, in a specialized training programme on traditional Thai Batik. The programme was conducted by the esteemed Phaya Batik and Phaya Paint Batik in Thailand, recognized for their expertise in preserving and innovating the timeless art of Batik.
The training programme, offered Harshi Batik the opportunity to delve into the techniques and traditions of Thai Batik. Highlighting the shared cultural heritage of both nations, the initiative aimed to foster collaboration between Sri Lanka and Thailand in the realm of textile art. Through hands-on sessions and expert guidance, Harshi Batik explored unique Thai Batik patterns, dyeing methods, and innovations, complementing her own experience with Sri Lanka’s Batik traditions.
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok organized this programme as part of its broader mandate to promote cultural diplomacy and nurture artistic partnerships. The initiative underscores the cultural bridges between Sri Lanka and Thailand, showcasing the potential of artistic exchange in strengthening bilateral relations and preserving traditional crafts.
Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka
Bangkok
26th November 2024
Ambassador of Sri Lanka attends “Members’ Connect 2025” organized by the Thai-Sri Lanka Chamber of Commerce
Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Thailand, E.A.S. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe graced the “Members’ Connect 2025” Fellowship and Business Networking Event hosted by the Thai–Sri Lanka Chamber of Commerce (TSLCC) on 27 September 2025 at the Grande Centrepoint Surawong, Bangkok, as Guest of Honour.
Sri Lanka and Thailand Explore New Horizons in Economic Education Collaboration
Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to Thailand, H E Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, met with Professor Peera Charoenporn, Dean of the Faculty of Economics at Thammasat University on 16 September 2025 at the University premises to discuss new avenues for enhancing educational collaboration between Sri Lanka and Thailand.