Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Thailand and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to the UNESCAP Wijayanthi Edirisinghe and the delegation from the Defence Services Command and Staff College (DSCSC) of Sri Lanka visited the National Defence Studies Institute (NDSI) of Thailand on 01 August 2025 in the sidelines of the study tour aimed at enhancing bilateral defence cooperation and strategic dialogue between Sri Lanka and Thailand. The delegation was warmly welcomed by Commanding General Pongtep Gaewchaiyo of the NDSI.
During the visit, a bilateral discussion was held between the Ambassador and Permanent Representative Wijanthi Edirisinghe and Commanding General Pongtep Gaewchaiyo with the participation of Head of the Sri Lankan Defence Delegation, Captain S.K. Vidanage focusing on strengthening defence cooperation, promoting mutual understanding, and exploring opportunities for enhanced military exchange programmes between the two countries.
Commanding General Pongtep Gaewchaiyo provided a detailed briefing on the recent developments and also highlighted the significance of regional cooperation and confidence-building measures in ensuring long-term stability and security.
The 23-member defence delegation, comprising officials from the Tri Forces and three foreign delegates from Bangladesh and Nepal, engaged with the officials of the NDSI during a presentation on regional bilateral security and strategic issues.
This visit underscored the long-standing and friendly relations between Sri Lanka and Thailand, and reaffirmed the commitment of both nations to strengthen their collaboration in the field of defence and security through continued engagement and partnership. The meeting was also attended by the Head of Chancery of the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Bangkok, Samanmali Atalugama and USP psc GR of Sri Lanka Army, MMAJJ Gunawardena.
Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka
Bangkok
05 August 2025
