In solidarity with the 100th Anniversary of the establishment of the Republic of Türkiye, the Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Türkiye, Hasanthi Urugodawatte Dissanayake hosted the 42nd Concert of “Music Life around Us” at the Official Residence of the Ambassador on 20 November 2023. As a part of cultural diplomacy, the Ambassador supports the initiatives of the foundation to strengthen bilateral cultural relations between Sri Lanka and Türkiye through music and hosted the Concert by the famous Cellist in Türkiye Yusuf Çelik.
”Music Life Around Us – 42” organization in Türkiye was founded by Zeynep Erkan and Zeynep Ersavcı, with the aim of introducing talented young Turkish musicians to the residents of Ankara, especially diplomatic corps, through classical music concerts.
At the beginning of the event one minute of silence was observed in memory of the victims who passed away due to the earthquake that occurred in the South-eastern part of Türkiye on 06 February 2023.
Welcoming the guests, the Ambassador appreciated the initiative of “Music Life around Us” for the way it brought expats in Ankara into the Turkish cultural landscape through music. Referring to the founding of the Republic, she also expressed her admiration of Veteran Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, founding father of the Republic of Türkiye, for recognizing the role of women for development of the nation, and series of steps taken to empower girls and women.
Over 70 Ambassadors and other diplomats in Ankara, Turkish academics, media, representatives from the local municipality, Honorary Consul of Sri Lanka in Türkiye and many other Turkish nationals attended the Concert.
At the end of the Concert the guests were served Sri Lankan delicacies and Ceylon tea.
Embassy of Sri Lanka
Ankara
24 November 2023
