High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to the United Kingdom Rohitha Bigollagama met Conservative Party Member of Parliament Ranil Jayawardena on 10 January 2024 at the House of Commons. The High Commissioner and the Parliamentarian discussed an array of topics of mutual interest which included contemporary international relations, constitutional reforms, diaspora engagement and the reconciliation process in Sri Lanka.
The High Commissioner briefed MP Jayawardena on the evolution of the constitution of Sri Lanka in the changing political landscape and its approaches to devolve power to the periphery. Two dignitaries had a lengthy conversation on constitutional amendments and governance in Sri Lanka.
While recognizing the constructive approach of the Government of Sri Lanka in rebuilding the North & East, MP Jayawardena argued that the Sri Lankan diaspora in the United Kingdom could become a vital force in development of Sri Lanka.
They also exchanged views on strengthening UK – Sri Lanka economic relations, supporting expansion of the clean energy in Sri Lanka and boosting air connectivity between two countries.
Ranil Jayawardena served as Parliamentary Under-Secretary for International Trade from May 2020 to September 2022, and as Secretary of State for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs from September 6 to October 25, 2022.
High Commission of Sri Lanka
London
16 January 2024
