ශ්‍රී ලංකා ප්‍රජාතාන්ත්‍රික සමාජවාදී ජනරජයේ තානාපති සහ නිත්‍ය නියෝජිත කාර්යාලය, බැංකොක්, තායිලන්ත රාජධානිය

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The Embassy and Permanent Mission of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka
Bangkok, Kingdom of Thailand

Accredited to the Kingdom of Cambodia, Lao People’s Democratic Republic and
United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP)

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Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok Formally Commences Official Duties for the Year 2026

“A Taste of Sri Lanka at Mrs. Balbir’s Cooking School” – Culinary Diplomacy Initiative of the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Thailand

“A Taste of Sri Lanka at Mrs. Balbir’s Cooking School” – Culinary Diplomacy Initiative of the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Thailand

As part of its ongoing efforts to promote tourism, trade, and cultural diplomacy, the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Thailand organized a culinary and promotional event titled “A Taste of Sri Lanka at Mrs. Balbir’s Cooking School” in Bangkok, in collaboration with Mrs. Vinder Balbir, a renowned chef, restaurateur, and television cooking show host based in Bangkok, Thailand.

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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.

The official proceedings began with singing of the National Anthem. This was followed by a solemn two-minute silence, observed in honour and remembrance of the members of the Sri Lanka Tri-Forces and all others who made the supreme sacrifice in service to the motherland.

The staff of the Embassy and Permanent Mission thereafter took the Oath of the Public Service, reaffirming their commitment to the principles of integrity, accountability, unity, and professionalism, and their resolve to carry out their official responsibilities with dedication and efficiency in the year ahead.

Addressing the staff, E. A. S. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, the Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Thailand and Permanent Representative to UNESCAP emphasized the importance of teamwork, discipline, and a citizen-centred approach in public service. The Ambassador highlighted the Mission’s responsibility to actively advance Sri Lanka’s foreign policy priorities, strengthen bilateral and multilateral engagement, enhance economic relations and effectively serve the Sri Lankan community, while contributing to national recovery and development efforts. The Ambassador encouraged all officers and staff to approach the year 2026 with renewed commitment, resilience, and a results-oriented mindset.

The ceremony concluded with a New Year breakfast, featuring traditional Sri Lankan sweets, symbolizing unity, goodwill, and shared aspirations for a productive and successful year ahead.

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02 January 2025

“A Taste of Sri Lanka at Mrs. Balbir’s Cooking School” – Culinary Diplomacy Initiative of the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Thailand

“A Taste of Sri Lanka at Mrs. Balbir’s Cooking School” – Culinary Diplomacy Initiative of the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Thailand

As part of its ongoing efforts to promote tourism, trade, and cultural diplomacy, the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Thailand organized a culinary and promotional event titled “A Taste of Sri Lanka at Mrs. Balbir’s Cooking School” in Bangkok, in collaboration with Mrs. Vinder Balbir, a renowned chef, restaurateur, and television cooking show host based in Bangkok, Thailand.