East Asia and Oceania

East Asia and Oceania Division

The East Asia and Oceania Division is responsible for maintaining bilateral relations with countries in East Asia and Oceania. The Division engages in advancing Sri Lanka’s interests by developing strategic partnerships, facilitating diplomatic dialogues, and supporting initiatives that contribute to regional stability and prosperity.

East Asia includes China, Japan, Republic of Korea and Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. The division focuses on fostering cooperation and partnerships in areas which include trade, investment, technology, and cultural exchange.

Oceania encompasses Australia, New Zealand, and a section of the Pacific Island nations: Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu. The Division works towards enhancing Sri Lanka’s engagement with these countries, promoting cooperation in sectors such as trade, tourism, education, and climate change. The Division is also entrusted with the task of maintaining relations with regional organizations such as the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), the Bali Process and the International Bamboo and Rattan Organization (INBAR).

Points of Contact

Director General

Name: Ms. Savitri I. Panabokke
Telephone: +94 112 437 634
Email: dgeast(at)mfa.gov.lk savitri.panabokke(at)mfa.gov.lk

Director

Name: Mr. Dhawood Amanullah
Telephone: +94 112 324 665
E-mail: dhawood.amanullah(at)mfa.gov.lk

Deputy Director

Name: Ms. Thiloma Abayajeewa
Telephone:+94 112 325 412
E-mail: thiloma.abayajeewa(at)mfa.gov.lk

Assistant Director

Name: Ms. Isuri Vitharana
Telephone: +94 112 347 417
E-mail: dvi.lakshani(at)mfa.gov.lk

Assistant Director

Name: Ms. Gayanga Dias
Telephone: +94 112 347 417
Email: gayanga.dias(at)mfa.gov.lk

Assistant Director

Name: Ms. Anuradha Jayasiri
Telephone: +94 112 347 417
E-mail: anuradha.jayasiri(at)mfa.gov.lk

Head of Branch

Name: Ms. Dilshara Senarathne
Telephone:+94 112 321 261
E-mail: eastasia(at)mfa.gov.lk

Personal Assistant to DG

Name: Ms. Deepani De Silva
Telephone: +94 112 321 261
Email : eastasia(at)mfa.gov.lk
dgeast(at)mfa.gov.lk

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