Mission News – Page 676 – Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment & Tourism

Fisheries and Aquatic Resource Development Minister Rajitha Senaratne visits New Delhi

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Fisheries and Aquatic Resource Development Minister Rajitha Senaratne visited New Delhi on 15-16 January, at the invitation of his counterpart, the Minister of Agriculture and Food Processing Industries of India, Sharad Pawar.

On the eve of the visit, the two Governments, following discussions between the External Affairs Ministers of India and Sri Lanka, decided to release the substantial number of fishermen who are presently in custody in India and in Sri Lanka as expeditiously as possible, commencing from 13 January, as a measure of reciprocal goodwill. Accordingly, Sri Lanka and India released 52 fishermen from each side on 13 January.

Lanka Impression – Showcasing Sri Lanka’s natural beauty and rich cultural heritage in Guangzhou, China

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“Lanka Impression”, a photography exhibition takes place at Redtory, the premier art space in Guangzhou, China, from December 20, 2013 to February 23, 2014, organized by the Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Guangzhou.

The Exhibition is a pictorial depiction of Sri Lanka’s eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites, giving visitors a chance to explore Sri Lanka’s historical and cultural heritage as well as the country’s unique biodiversity.

Sri Lankan Community in the US Celebrates Christmas with the Sri Lanka Emabassy – Washington

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Sri Lankan Christian community in the greater Washington area gathered at the Embassy of Sri Lanka, Washington on Friday (Dec 13) to celebrate Christmas. Once again, the embassy organized Thanksgiving prayers, Christmas choir and dinner for the guests, in keeping with its long unbroken tradition of celebrating the important events of all four major religions in Sri Lanka.

Ambassador Kariyawasam calls on the Prime Minister of Bhutan

The Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Bhutan, Prasad Kariyawasam, who is in the country to attend the 12th Round Table Meeting called on the Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay yesterday. Lyonchhoen thanked the Ambassador for his ...

YWCA Diplomatic International Charity Bazaar – 2013

Thailand’s largest annual international Charity Bazaar making its sixth decade this year held its 60th annual charity show at the Central World Live Hall and Zen Gallery on 30th Nov. and 1st Dec. 2013 from 10.00 a.m. to ...

Sri Lanka High Commission in Singapore celebrates Christmas

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The Sri Lankan High Commission in Singapore organised an event on the 8th of December 2013 at The Church of our Saviour to celebrate Christmas.

Her Excellency Ferial Ismail Ashraff, High Commissioner welcomed the guests and in her address, while appreciating the joy of Christmas, urged the audience to reflect on the message of peace and love preached by Jesus Christ which would result in co-existence. She also stated that “every step taken to understand another human being would result in peace’’. She specifically highlighted the efforts made by all members of the mission and appreciated the togetherness of the mission staff which brings about success in all events. A special word of thanks was also offered to the church community for their participation and cooperation.

Deepavali Celebrated in the Sri Lanka High Commission in Canberra, Australia

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The High Commission celebrated the Deepavali, “The festival of Lights” with the traditional festivity at the High Commission on 24^th November 2013. A cross- section of the Sri Lankan Tamil community resident in Canberra, the representatives of the Sri Lankan Associations and the Sri Lankan community of other faiths were present at the event.