The new Secretary General of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC), Amjad Hussain B.Sial, in his customary introductory calls on Member States, visited Sri Lanka from 29th -31 May 2017.
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JOINT DECLARATION ON ENHANCED COOPERATION BETWEEN AUSTRALIA AND SRI LANKA
Sri Lanka seeks Assistance to handle the worsening flood situation
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has activated the Emergency Response Unit of the Ministry, to coordinate rescue and relief measures related to the flood situation in several parts of Sri Lanka. In this regard, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in coordination with the Ministry of Disaster Management, has made an appeal to UN, International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG) and neighboring countries to provide assistance to affected people, especially in the areas of search and rescue operations.
Minister Ravi Karunanayake assumes duties at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Having received his appointment from President Maithripala Sirisena on Monday 22 May 2017, as the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ravi Karunanayake assumed duties at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs yesterday morning, Thursday, 25 May 2017.
President Sirisena to undertake State Visit to Australia
President Maithripala Sirisena will undertake a state visit to Australia on 24-26 May 2017 at the invitation of Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull. The visit takes place as both countries celebrate the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations this year.
Sri Lanka and the Czech Republic renew bilateral cooperation
The Junior Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic H.E. Ivan Jancarek met with Additional Secretary of Foreign Affairs (Economic Affairs & Trade, Middle East & Africa, and Political Affairs/ West) Mrs. Grace Asirwatham, on 5th May 2017, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Colombo.
Political Consultations between Sri Lanka and the State of Palestine held in Colombo
The first session of Political Consultations between Sri Lanka and the State of Palestine was held in Colombo on 21st April 2017 at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Colombo. The Protocol on Political Consultations was signed between the two countries in 2012, with a view to further develop bilateral relations and exchange views on regional and international issues of common interest.