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Embassy of Sri Lanka Promotes Sri Lankan Products and Tourism at the 70th YWCA Diplomatic Charity Bazaar in Bangkok
Ambassador of Sri Lanka Participates in the 15th Celebration of Silk: Thai Silk Road to the World
The Ambassador of Sri Lanka & Permanent Representative to Thailand, E.A.S. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe represented in the 15th Celebration of Silk: Thai Silk Road to the World, held at the Royal Thai Navy Convention Hall in Bangkok, together with her spouse and two daughters. The family proudly showcased costumes inspired by traditional Sri Lankan attire and crafted from Thai silk by students of Nakhon Pathom Rajabhat University, highlighting the rich cultural heritage of Sri Lanka through a creative fusion with Thailand’s renowned silk craftsmanship.
Sri Lanka Illuminate Bangkok with the Spirit of Vesak at Historic Wat Pho
In a solemn and spiritually uplifting celebration of the International Day of Vesak 2026, the Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka together with the Embassy and Permanent Mission of Nepal in Bangkok jointly hosted a special commemorative event on 28 May 2026 at the iconic Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawihan (Wat Pho), one of Thailand’s most sacred and historically significant Buddhist temples.
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Bangkok showcased the Sri Lanka Pavilion at the 70th YWCA Diplomatic Charity Bazaar, held for four days from 06th to 09th November 2025 at CentralWorld Pulse, Bangkok.
Organised in collaboration with the Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA) of Bangkok, Ambassdors and the Spouses of Ambassadors in Thailand, the Diplomatic Charity Bazaar is a well-known annual event that brought together representatives from 43 countries to celebrate a spirit of generosity, cultural exchange, and global friendship.
The Sri Lanka Pavilion was inaugurated by H.E. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to Thailand. Publicity for the Sri Lanka Pavilion was carried out through both mass media and social media platforms, generating significant visibility and public interest.
A range of authentic Sri Lankan products, including Ceylon Tea, spices, and traditional handicraft items, were showcased at the Pavilion, attracting considerable attention and appreciation from visitors. The event served as an excellent platform to highlight Sri Lanka’s rich cultural heritage, artisanal craftsmanship, and world-renowned tea industry. In addition, tourism promotional materials were distributed to encourage visitors to explore Sri Lanka as a premier travel destination among the Thai public and the international community in Bangkok.
The 70th edition of the bazaar featured over 200 booths from around the world and included a special exhibition honouring her Majesty Queen Sirikit the Queen Mother, recognizing her decades-long benevolence and support for the YWCA’s charitable initiatives.
The Embassy of Sri Lanka has continuously participated in the YWCA Diplomatic Charity Bazaar over the years and intends to continue its involvement, recognizing the event as an effective platform to promote Sri Lankan products, culture, and trade initiatives.
Embassy of Sri Lanka
Bangkok, Thailand
13 November 2025
Ambassador of Sri Lanka Participates in the 15th Celebration of Silk: Thai Silk Road to the World
The Ambassador of Sri Lanka & Permanent Representative to Thailand, E.A.S. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe represented in the 15th Celebration of Silk: Thai Silk Road to the World, held at the Royal Thai Navy Convention Hall in Bangkok, together with her spouse and two daughters. The family proudly showcased costumes inspired by traditional Sri Lankan attire and crafted from Thai silk by students of Nakhon Pathom Rajabhat University, highlighting the rich cultural heritage of Sri Lanka through a creative fusion with Thailand’s renowned silk craftsmanship.
Sri Lanka Illuminate Bangkok with the Spirit of Vesak at Historic Wat Pho
In a solemn and spiritually uplifting celebration of the International Day of Vesak 2026, the Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka together with the Embassy and Permanent Mission of Nepal in Bangkok jointly hosted a special commemorative event on 28 May 2026 at the iconic Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram Rajwaramahawihan (Wat Pho), one of Thailand’s most sacred and historically significant Buddhist temples.