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Embassy of Sri Lanka in Bangkok Participates in the International Conference on the Global Partnership against Online Scams in Bangkok
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand, in partnership with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), successfully co-hosted the International Conference on the Global Partnership against Online Scams in Bangkok, Thailand. The Conference aimed to strengthen and complement ongoing regional and international efforts to combat online scams and to enhance global cooperation to address existing operational gaps in tackling this complex form of transnational crime. The event brought together over 300 participants from 60 countries, including ministerial-level representatives, senior officials, international organizations, the private sector, and civil society.
Sri Lanka’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to UNESCAP Chairs 421st Session of the ACPR in Bangkok
The Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to Thailand, E.A.S. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, participated in the 421st Session of the Advisory Committee of Permanent Representatives (ACPR) held at the United Nations premises in Bangkok. The Ambassador was invited to chair the final ACPR session of the year, reflecting Sri Lanka’s active and constructive engagement with the UN system in the region.
Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Thailand, Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, met with the Minister of Labour of Thailand, Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn on 10th March 2025 to discuss strengthening labour cooperation between the two countries. The meeting was held in a spirit of mutual collaboration and reinforced the long-standing bilateral relations between Sri Lanka and Thailand, particularly in the areas of trade, tourism, and labour cooperation.
During the discussion, Ambassador Edirisinghe acknowledged and appreciated the enduring friendship and cooperation between the two countries. She emphasized the valuable contribution of Sri Lankan migrant workers to the Thai economy and highlighted the importance of further strengthening labour cooperation. The Ambassador also requested emerging opportunities for Sri Lankan workers in Thailand, particularly in the hospitality, IT and services sectors, where skilled Sri Lankan professionals could contribute effectively.
Minister of Labour, Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, acknowledged the presence of approximately 500 Sri Lankan workers currently employed in Thailand and expressed his willingness to explore further avenues for cooperation. He noted the demand for high-level professionals, particularly in the IT sector and as language teachers in schools, and welcomed Sri Lankan skilled workers in these areas. The Minister also requested the Embassy’s support in assisting Thai businessmen and investors operating in Sri Lanka.
The meeting was attended by senior officials from the Ministry of Labour of Thailand, including the Vice Minister of Labour, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Labour, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Labour, Advisor to the Minister of Labour, Advisor of the Prime Minister’s Office attached to the Ministry of Labour, Director General of the Department of Employment, Director General of the Department of Labour Protection and Welfare and Deputy Director General of the Department of Skill Development. First Secretary/Head of Chancery, A.W.S. Samanmali and Counsellor (Commercial), Vireshika Bandara of the Embassy also joined the discussion.
The meeting concluded with both sides reiterating their commitment to enhancing labour cooperation and exploring opportunities to further strengthen bilateral ties between Sri Lanka and Thailand.
Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka
Bangkok
10th March 2025
Embassy of Sri Lanka in Bangkok Participates in the International Conference on the Global Partnership against Online Scams in Bangkok
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Thailand, in partnership with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), successfully co-hosted the International Conference on the Global Partnership against Online Scams in Bangkok, Thailand. The Conference aimed to strengthen and complement ongoing regional and international efforts to combat online scams and to enhance global cooperation to address existing operational gaps in tackling this complex form of transnational crime. The event brought together over 300 participants from 60 countries, including ministerial-level representatives, senior officials, international organizations, the private sector, and civil society.
Sri Lanka’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to UNESCAP Chairs 421st Session of the ACPR in Bangkok
The Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to Thailand, E.A.S. Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, participated in the 421st Session of the Advisory Committee of Permanent Representatives (ACPR) held at the United Nations premises in Bangkok. The Ambassador was invited to chair the final ACPR session of the year, reflecting Sri Lanka’s active and constructive engagement with the UN system in the region.