Strengthening Agricultural Cooperation between Sri Lanka and Laos

Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Laos, Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, recently met with the Minister of Agriculture and Forestry of Laos, Linkham Duangsavanh to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation in the agricultural sector.

During the meeting, Ambassador Edirisinghe shared Sri Lanka’s expertise in agriculture, particularly in the areas of tea, spices and horticulture and explored possibilities for sharing best practices in sustainable agriculture, organic farming, and agro-technology.

The discussion also covered opportunities for technical exchanges, capacity-building programs, and knowledge-sharing initiatives aimed at fostering sustainable and modern agricultural practices. Ambassador Edirisinghe emphasized the potential to enhance bilateral trade in agricultural products, including promoting Ceylon tea in the Lao market.

The Minister of Agriculture and Forestry of Laos expressed his appreciation for Sri Lanka’s commitment to agricultural cooperation and welcomed initiatives aimed at knowledge sharing and capacity building. He noted that Laos is keen to learn from Sri Lanka’s successful experiences in sustainable agriculture and organic farming.

Both sides agreed to continue working closely to strengthen agricultural ties and explore collaborative opportunities that would benefit both countries.

Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka
Bangkok
14th March 2025