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Ministry News
Brazil assists Sri Lanka’s flood relief and recovery efforts
The Government of the Federative Republic of Brazil donated 10 high capacity Water Purification Units in support of Sri Lanka’s flood relief and recovery efforts following Cyclone Ditwah. The documents relating to the d ...
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi expresses optimism that Sri Lanka is on the right path to progress
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath held productive discussions with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi today (12/01), during the latter’s brief visit to Sri Lanka. The meeting aime ...
Sri Lanka Records Historic Milestones in Tourist Arrivals and Foreign Remittances in 2025
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism informed the media yesterday (05 January 2026) that in the year 2025, Sri Lanka succeeded in achieving historic milestones in terms of tourist arrivals and mi ...
Statement on Situation in Venezuela
The Government of Sri Lanka is deeply concerned about the recent developments in Venezuela and is closely monitoring the situation. Sri Lanka emphasizes the need to respect principles of international law and the UN Cha ...
Media Statement
Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Sri Lanka Qi Zhenhong called on Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath recently, to discuss multi-faceted support to be considered for S ...
Commencement of Work – Year 2026 Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism formally commenced official duties for the year 2026 with a solemn and dignified programme held today at the Ministry premises. The event began with the ...