In celebration of the 76th Anniversary of Independence of Sri Lanka, the Embassy of Sri Lanka to the UAE hosted a prestigious diplomatic reception on 09 February 2024 at the hotel Shangri-La Abu Dhabi.
The event brought together 120 number of Ambassadors and Heads of Mission from UAE, and notable figures for an evening of celebration. The dignitaries that attended the event included Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation for International Development Affairs of the UAE Sultan Al Shamsi, Royal family member of Ajman Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Minister of Labour and Foreign Employment of Sri Lanka Manusha Nanayakkara, and Chairman IBMC International Group Sheikh Khalid bin Ahmed Al Hamed whose presence underscored the importance of fostering strong ties between Sri Lanka and the international community.
In his remarks, Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the UAE Udaya Indrarathna highlighted that Sri Lanka is rejuvenating and is on a committed path for prosperity and success under the visionary leadership of President Ranil Wickremesinghe. The Ambassador further expressed gratitude to all those in attendance and reaffirmed the Embassy's commitment to strengthening ties with the host country and the international community at large.
As the evening unfolded, guests were treated to a selection of fine cuisine, showcasing the rich culinary heritage of Sri Lanka. Traditional music and cultural performances by the renowned Sri Lankan dancing troupe Chandana Wickramasinghe and the Dancers Guild added colour to the festive ambiance.
The event served as a platform for meaningful discussions and networking opportunities allowing guests to explore potential collaborations and initiatives that could benefit both Sri Lanka and its global partners. From engaging conversations to shared experiences, the diplomatic reception exemplified the power of diplomacy in building bridges and forging lasting friendships.
The Embassy of Sri Lanka extends its heartfelt gratitude to all the sponsors of the event, including the Platinum partner CEO of Siraj Finance PJSC Rusan Fyroze, Gold sponsors - Sri Lankan Airlines Ltd, Chairman of the Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute Lakshmi Narayanan, Chairman of House of Ashish Vijay, Silver sponsors Alpen Capital, Heartland General Trading, Burjeel Holdings, Frico International LLC and all other sponsors, well wishers and the distinguished guests who made the event a success.
Embassy of Sri Lanka
Abu Dhabi
14 February 2024
