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Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to UNESCAP, E.A.S. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe Chairs the 8th Session of the Transport Committee of UNESCAP
Strengthening Post-Disaster Recovery Cooperation: Ambassador of Thailand Meets Executive Director of ADPC
The Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to Thailand, E.A.S. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe had a meeting with Mr. Aslam Perwaiz, Executive Director of the Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC) at the ADPC premises, to discuss continued cooperation in post-disaster recovery and long-term resilience building in Sri Lanka following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah. During the meeting, H.E. the Ambassador expressed
her sincere appreciation for the timely technical and monetary assistance extended by ADPC in response to the impacts of Cyclone Ditwah, which caused widespread damage across several parts of Sri Lanka. In this regard, the Ambassador formally handed over a Letter of Acknowledgement from Hon. H M Vijitha Herath, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign
Employment and Tourism of Sri Lanka to the Executive Director of ADPC, conveying the Government of Sri Lanka’s appreciation for ADPC’s support and solidarity.
Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok Formally Commences Official Duties for the Year 2026
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok, Thailand ceremonially commenced work for the year 2026 on 02 January, in keeping with government directives on the commencement of duties of public institutions for the New Year.
Ambassador of Sri Lanka and Permanent Representative to UNESCAP, E.A.S. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, led the Sri Lanka Delegation to the 8th session of the Committee on Transport of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific, (UNESCAP) from 05 th to 7 th November 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand, which was held with the participation of ESCAP Member States and Associate Member States, International Governmental and Non-Governmental Organizations as well as other transport stakeholders and partners. First Secretary/Deputy Permanent Representative to UNESCAP, A.W.S Samanmali also joined the session from the Embassy.
The session was opened by the Executive Secretary of the Commission and remarks were delivered by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Transport of Thailand, Chayatan Phromsorn, and by the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General for Road Safety. The Ambassador E.A.S. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, was elected as one of the vice chairs of the 8 th Session of the Transport Committee and successfully conducted the session as acting Chair on 5th November 2024.
Ambassador Edirisinghe’s leadership was instrumental in facilitating productive discussions on critical transport issues affecting the Asia-Pacific region. Key topics included Review of the implementation of the Regional Action Programme for Sustainable Transport Development in Asia and the Pacific (2022–2026), the development of regional transport infrastructure, digital transformation in transport systems, and strategies to enhance the resilience and sustainability of transport networks amidst climate change challenges.
The session also focused on advancing the implementation of the Asia-Pacific Plan of Action for Sustainable Transport Connectivity, with a special emphasis on strengthening multi-modal transport systems, enhancing inter-regional connectivity, and fostering public-private partnerships for infrastructure development.
Ambassador Edirisinghe acknowledged the contributions of all member states and experts who participated in the session, noting that the dialogue and collaboration among nations will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of transport in the Asia-Pacific region.
The 8th session of the Committee on Transport concluded with a call to action for continued collaboration, capacity-building initiatives, and the promotion of sustainable transport policies that will support the long-term economic and environmental goals of the Asia-Pacific region.
Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka
Bangkok
11.11.2024
Strengthening Post-Disaster Recovery Cooperation: Ambassador of Thailand Meets Executive Director of ADPC
The Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to Thailand, E.A.S. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe had a meeting with Mr. Aslam Perwaiz, Executive Director of the Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC) at the ADPC premises, to discuss continued cooperation in post-disaster recovery and long-term resilience building in Sri Lanka following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah. During the meeting, H.E. the Ambassador expressed
her sincere appreciation for the timely technical and monetary assistance extended by ADPC in response to the impacts of Cyclone Ditwah, which caused widespread damage across several parts of Sri Lanka. In this regard, the Ambassador formally handed over a Letter of Acknowledgement from Hon. H M Vijitha Herath, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign
Employment and Tourism of Sri Lanka to the Executive Director of ADPC, conveying the Government of Sri Lanka’s appreciation for ADPC’s support and solidarity.
Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok Formally Commences Official Duties for the Year 2026
The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok, Thailand ceremonially commenced work for the year 2026 on 02 January, in keeping with government directives on the commencement of duties of public institutions for the New Year.