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Ceylon Tea promoted at the Diversity Champion Awards in New Brunswick
Promotion of Ceylon Tea was organized by the Office of the Honorary Consul for Sri Lanka in New Brunswick at the Diversity Champion Awards ceremony held on 22 November 2019 at the Hilton Trade & Convention Centre in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada.
The participation of the Honorary Consul’s office, under the guidance of the High Commission of Sri Lanka in Canada was an initiative by Dr Sameera Jayasena, Honorary Consul for Sri Lanka in New Brunswick. The promotional event showcased a variety of Ceylon teas to a large gathering.
At this event, Sri Lankan tea products and Ceylon tea hampers were auctioned at a silent auction. Various varieties of Ceylon Tea were introduced and promoted by the staff of the Office of the Honorary Consul which were warmly welcomed and received at the event. The promotion of Ceylon tea was made possible with the support of the Sri Lanka Tea Board.
FOREIGN MINISTER PROF. G.L. PEIRIS CALLS FOR ENHANCED ECONOMIC COOPERATION WITH IRAN
Foreign Minister Prof. G.L. Peiris has sought greater economic cooperation with Iran, including enhanced bilateral trade, investment and the possibilities of cooperation in new sectors, such as tourism and energy. The Minister made this request when the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Hashem Ashjazadeh called on him at the Foreign Ministry on 08 September, 2021.
In his opening remarks, Foreign Minister Peiris highlighted the long standing friendly relations between Sri Lanka and Iran which have a proud legacy of two ancient and great civilizations. In recent years, the bilateral relations have been reinvigorated by the exchange of high level visits that have contributed to closer cooperation and coordination, both at the bilateral level as well as in the international arena.
The Foreign Minister conveyed the Sri Lanka Government's appreciation for the steadfast support extended by the Islamic Republic Iran during the Human Rights Council sessions held in Geneva and at other multilateral fora.
Ambassador Ashjazadeh extended his warm felicitations to Minister Peiris on his appointment as the Foreign Minister and assured the firm commitment and support of the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the expansion of bilateral cooperation with the Government of Sri Lanka.
Foreign Ministry
Colombo
9 September, 2021
The Sri Lanka High Commission in Ottawa joins International Food Fair organized by Global Affairs Canada
The Sri Lanka High Commission in Ottawa together with other diplomatic missions based in Ottawa joined the International Food Fair organized by Global Affairs Canada Workplace Charitable Campaign (GCWCC) on 13th November 2019 at the Global Affairs Canada.
The High Commission served classic Sri Lankan Short Eats along with complementary tea samples from the Sri Lanka Tea Board. The food fair attracted hundreds of officials of Global Affairs Canada who bought tickets and queued up to taste specialty foods showcased by each diplomatic mission representing items of their cuisine.
AMBASSADOR OF VIET NAM IN COLOMBO HO THI THANH TRUC CALLS ON FOREIGN MINISTER PROF. G.L. PEIRIS
The Ambassador of Viet Nam in Colombo Ho Thi Thanh Truc paid a courtesy call on Foreign Minister Prof. G.L. Peiris at the Foreign Ministry on 08 September 2021.
While recalling that the 50th Anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between the two countries took place in 2020, Foreign Minister Peiris appreciated the mutually beneficial partnership existing between Sri Lanka and Viet Nam, and reiterated the country’s interest to further strengthen cooperation in political, economic and cultural spheres. He also recalled regular high-level interactions between the two countries, including the official visit of President Mahinda Rajapaksa to Viet Nam in 2009.
Ambassador Truc elaborated on the multifaceted nature of ongoing cooperation between Sri Lanka and Viet Nam drawing attention to political ties at all levels, as well as cooperation in trade and investment, agriculture, fisheries, science and technology, education, culture, among other spheres.
Minister Peiris expressed his deep appreciation for the support extended to Sri Lanka by Viet Nam in international fora and welcomed collaboration in areas of mutual interest.
Foreign Ministry
Colombo
09 September 2021
Minister Dinesh Gunawardena calls on Foreign Ministry Officials to rise to new challenges
Minister of Foreign Relations Dinesh Gunawardena assumed duties at the Foreign Ministry on Monday 25 November 2019.
Minister Gunawardena was received by Foreign Secretary Ravinatha Aryasinha and other senior officials upon his arrival at the Ministry. Following religious observances, the Minister officially assumed duties.
Later, the Foreign Minister who addressed the staff, remarked that the Foreign Service is highly regarded. The Minister stressed that the entire country is looking towards the Foreign Ministry to find solutions for external pressures and challenges. Hence, it is necessary for the officers in the Ministry and the network of missions to work dedicatedly towards overcoming these challenges. He also stated that President Rajapaksa's vision is for Sri Lanka to be safe and secure; leading the country towards a prosperous future. He further stated that in achieving these objectives, a single agency cannot work alone, but must work in unison with other institutions, and hence the role of the Foreign Ministry is vital in this aspect.
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