religious dignitaires representing Buddhist, Hindu, Islam and Christian faiths
Sri Lanka's new envoy to France, Ambassador B. K. Athauda ceremonially assumed duties at the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Paris on, 5 October 2017.
The ceremony commenced with the offering of heel daana to members of the Maha Sangha by Ambassador and the staff, which was followed by chanting of pirith. Thereafter, a religious ceremony encompassing representatives from the Buddhist, Hindu, Islam and Christian faiths took place. The religious dignitaries invoked blessings on the new Ambassador to successfully discharge his duties by upholding the best interests of the country.
Ambassador Athauda, speaking on the occasion, reiterated the need to boost trade relations with the countries of his accreditation. He identified sustainable economic growth as one of the foundations on which durable peace could be achieved. He also stated that he is conscious of his role as a public servant and that of the Embassy staff in providing an efficient service to the motherland as well as members of the Sri Lankan community while being cost effective.
Ambassador B. K. Athauda is accredited France, Portugal, Spain, Monaco and Andorra. He is also accredited to the UNESCO and UNWTO.
The Embassy of Sri Lanka
France
5 October 2017
Ambassador B.K. Athauda with members of staff
