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Katina Pooja at SRI LANKA MAHA VIHARA in LUMBINI organized by SRI LANKA EMBASSY staff this year
November 18, 2020
The Katina pooja at the Sri Lanka Maha Vihara in Lumbini this year was organized on 15th November, by the staff of the Sri Lanka Embassy in Nepal.
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The Speech Delivered by the Hon. Foreign Minister of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka at the Launch of the UN Network on Migration in Sri Lanka
November 12, 2020
The Speech Delivered by the Hon. Foreign Minister of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka at the Launch of the UN Network on Migration in Sri Lanka, 11 November 2020
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Sacred Relics returned to historical Ananda Kuti Vihara by the Sri Lanka Embassy
November 6, 2020
Sacred Relics of Lord Buddha that had been placed in the custody of the Sri Lanka Embassy since March 2018, were returned to the Ananda Kuti Vihara in Kathmandu at a special religious ceremony on Friday, 6th November 2020.
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Press Statement of Hon. Dinesh Gunawardena Foreign Minister at the Joint Press event with Hon. Michael Pompeo, US Secretary of State
October 29, 2020
Press Statement of Hon. Dinesh Gunawardena Foreign Minister at the Joint Press event with Hon. Michael Pompeo, US Secretary of State
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Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena and US Secretary of State Michael Pompeo hold bilateral discussions in Colombo
October 29, 2020
Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena and visiting US Secretary of State Michael Pompeo held discussions this morning (28 October 2020) at the Foreign Ministry, covering several areas of the multifaceted relationship which exists between Sri Lanka and the United States.
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Statement by H.E. Gotabaya Rajapaksa, President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka at the UN Summit on Biodiversity, 30 September 2020
October 1, 2020
We are committed to protect and sustainably manage natural resources – President tells UN Biodiversity Summit
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UN’s responsibility is to assist democratically elected governments – President tells UNGA
September 24, 2020
UN’s responsibility is to assist democratically elected governments – President tells UNGA
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Statement by Sri Lanka during the General Debate under Agenda Item 2 at the 45th Session of the UN Human Rights Council
September 17, 2020
Statement by Sri Lanka during the General Debate under Agenda Item 2 at the 45th Session of the UN Human Rights Council
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Statement by Sri Lanka during the Enhanced Interactive Dialogue on the oral update by the High Commissioner on the human rights
September 17, 2020
Statement by Sri Lanka during the Enhanced Interactive Dialogue on the oral update by the High Commissioner on the human rights implications of the COVID-19 pandemic at the 45th Session of the UN Human Right Council
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Enrolment of foreign students for Degree Programmes at General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University Academic Year 2020-2021
September 10, 2020
General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) of Sri Lanka has initiated action to enroll foreign students to follow bachelor’s degree programmes at KDU for the academic year 2020/2021
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Sri Lanka is a very good friend of Nepal- Prime Minister K. P. Sharma Oli
August 19, 2020
Sri Lanka is a very good friend of Nepal- Prime Minister K. P. Sharma Oli
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Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena assumes duties
August 18, 2020
Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena assumes duties
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New Foreign Secretary Admiral Prof. Jayanath Colombage assumes duties
August 14, 2020
New Foreign Secretary Admiral Prof. Jayanath Colombage assumes duties
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new Cabinet of Ministers of the Government of Sri Lanka was sworn in on 12th August 2020
August 13, 2020
The Cabinet of Ministers and State Ministers of the new Government led by Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) were sworn in before President Gotabaya Rajapaksa.
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Leader of Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Mahinda Rajapaksa took oaths as the new Prime Minister of Sri Lanka
August 9, 2020
Leader of Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Mahinda Rajapaksa took oaths as the new Prime Minister of Sri Lanka this morning, 09/08/2020, at the sacred Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya.
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The statement by Sri Lanka at the interactive dialogue with the special rapporteur on the rights to freedom of ....
July 13, 2020
The statement by Sri Lanka at the interactive dialogue with the special rapporteur on the rights to freedom of peaceful assembly and of association was made by Ms Dayani Mendis, Actg. Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to the United Nations in Geneva on 9 July 2020
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Foreign Minister outlines Sri Lanka's digital responses to COVID -19
July 3, 2020
FOREIGN MINISTER OUTLINES SRI LANKA’S DIGITAL RESPONSES TO COVID -19
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44th Session of the Human Rights Council - Agenda Item 2
July 3, 2020
44th Session of the Human Rights Council - Agenda Item 2: Interactive dialogue on the annual report of the High Commissioner
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Foreign Secretary Aryasinha says “Future Footprint of Foreign....
July 1, 2020
FOREIGN SECRETARY ARYASINHA SAYS “FUTURE FOOTPRINT OF FOREIGN EMPLOYMENT SRI LANKA WILL PROVIDE THE WORLD, THOUGH PROBABLY SMALLER, COULD BE SMARTER AND MORE SUSTAINABLE”
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Sri Lanka raises concerns on reference to Sri Lanka in OHCHR press...
June 8, 2020
Sri Lanka raises concerns on reference to Sri Lanka in OHCHR press release
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Revised instructions on PCR testing and quarantine procedures for DPLs entering Sri Lanka
June 7, 2020
Revised instructions on PCR testing and quarantine procedures for DPLs entering Sri Lanka
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Foreign Minister reassures continued repatriation of migrant workers
May 31, 2020
Foreign Minister reassures continued repatriation of migrant workers
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FOREIGN SECRETARY APPEALS TO OVERSEAS SRI LANKANS TO RETHINK PLANS
May 17, 2020
FOREIGN SECRETARY APPEALS TO OVERSEAS SRI LANKANS TO RETHINK PLANS TO BE REPATRIATED UNLESS IN COMPELLING CIRCUMSTANCES
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OVER 38,000 SRI LANKANS IN 143 COUNTRIES SEEK TO RETURN HOME
May 17, 2020
OVER 38,000 SRI LANKANS IN 143 COUNTRIES SEEK TO RETURN HOME
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Foreign Secretary Aryasinha elaborates on Cabinet decision
May 7, 2020
Foreign Secretary Aryasinha elaborates on Cabinet decision to give priority in repatriation to vulnerable sectors among overseas Sri Lankan migrant workers
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Modalities to issue temporary travel documents to undocumented
May 5, 2020
Modalities to issue temporary travel documents to undocumented workers abroad agreed on
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Repatriation of Sri Lankan students from South Asia concludes
May 1, 2020
Repatriation of Sri Lankan students from South Asia concludes
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Sri Lanka Missions abroad seek to re-position Sri Lanka’s exports ...
April 26, 2020
Sri Lanka Missions abroad seek to re-position Sri Lanka’s exports to meet market conditions resulting from the COVID-19 crisis
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President Gotabaya Rajapaksa discusses revitalizing economy while ...
April 22, 2020
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa discusses revitalizing economy while containing the COVID-19 crisis with Principal Advisor to President Mr. Lalith Weeratunga
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REMEMBERING THE EASTER SUNDAY ATTACKS – H.E GOTABAYA RAJAPAKSA...
April 21, 2020
REMEMBERING THE EASTER SUNDAY ATTACKS – H.E GOTABAYA RAJAPAKSA, PRESIDENT OF SRI LANKA
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NOTICE TO SRI LANKANS IN NEPAL - Outward remittances to Sri Lankans ..
April 20, 2020
Outward remittances to Sri Lankans on overseas study programmes/short visits
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Amidst COVID-19 President envisions a robust new economy
April 16, 2020
Amidst COVID-19 President envisions a robust new economy
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Foreign Ministry and Foreign Employment Bureau team up to step up
April 16, 2020
Foreign Ministry and Foreign Employment Bureau team up to step up efforts to assist Sri Lankans in the Middle East
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SINHALA AND TAMIL NEW YEAR MESSAGE OF H.E. GOTABAYA RAJAPAKSA
April 12, 2020
SINHALA AND TAMIL NEW YEAR MESSAGE OF H.E. GOTABAYA RAJAPAKSA, PRESIDENT OF SRI LANKA
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NEW BANK ACCOUNT INTRODUCED TO REMIT FOREIGN CURRENCY EARNINGS
April 12, 2020
NEW BANK ACCOUNT INTRODUCED TO REMIT FOREIGN CURRENCY EARNINGS
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Minister Dinesh Gunawardena explores possibilities to assist Sri ...
April 11, 2020
Minister Dinesh Gunawardena explores possibilities to assist Sri Lankan Migrant workers
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Foreign Secretary Aryasinha outlines Role and Preparations of the ...
April 7, 2020
Foreign Secretary Aryasinha outlines Role and Preparations of the Ministry and its Missions in tackling the Covid-19 Pandemic
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Minister Gunawardena explores practical solutions to assist expatriate
April 4, 2020
Minister Gunawardena explores practical solutions to assist expatriate communities with Foreign Ministry Officials
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Foreign Ministry takes stock of action by Sri Lanka Missions abroad ..
April 2, 2020
Foreign Ministry takes stock of action by Sri Lanka Missions abroad to ensure the welfare of Overseas Sri Lankans (OSL)
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Extension of Visas for the Foreigners in Sri Lanka
April 2, 2020
Extension of Visas for the Foreigners in Sri Lanka
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President urges WHO Director General to pursue IMF/World Bank debt moratorium in view of COVID- 19 calamity
April 1, 2020
President urges WHO Director General to pursue IMF/World Bank debt moratorium in view of COVID- 19 calamity
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Sri Lanka Missions in South Asia work towards Ensuring Safety of Sri Lankan Expatriates in the Region
March 30, 2020
Sri Lanka Missions in South Asia work towards Ensuring Safety of Sri Lankan Expatriates in the Region
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Donations to COVID-19 Healthcare and Social Security Fund
March 29, 2020
Donations to COVID – 19 Healthcare and Social Security Fund. Sri Lanka Government has established a special fund for COVID19 Healthcare and Social Security, and donations are exempted from tax.
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Over 17,000 Overseas Sri Lankans register on ‘Contact Sri Lanka’
March 28, 2020
Over 17,000 Overseas Sri Lankans register on ‘Contact Sri Lanka’
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MEDIA RELEASE - Update on Sri Lankan nationals in Nepal
March 28, 2020
MEDIA RELEASE - Update on Sri Lankan nationals in Nepal
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Special Request by the Government to Sri Lankan Expats
March 28, 2020
Special Request by the Government to Sri Lankan Expats
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President calls on international donor agencies to grant debt moratori
March 26, 2020
President calls on international donor agencies to grant debt moratorium
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URGENT PUBLIC NOTICE
March 20, 2020
Limitation of consular services at Sri Lanka Embassy in Kathmandu
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Suspension of On-arrival visa in Sri Lanka due to the COVID-19
March 12, 2020
Suspension of On-arrival visa in Sri Lanka due to the COVID-19 outbreak
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Foreign Minister briefs diplomatic community on COVID- 19 preventive..
March 10, 2020
Foreign Minister briefs diplomatic community on COVID- 19 preventive measures
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Media Release Sri Lanka will lead Science, Technology and ...
March 4, 2020
Media Release Sri Lanka will lead Science, Technology and Innovation Sector in BIMSTEC
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Statement made by Hon. Dinesh Gunawardena, Minister of Foreign ...
February 28, 2020
Statement made by Hon. Dinesh Gunawardena, Minister of Foreign Relations at the 43rd Session of the Human Rights Council
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43rd Session of the Human Rights Council – High Level Segment ...
February 27, 2020
43rd Session of the Human Rights Council – High Level Segment Statement by Hon. Dinesh Gunawardena, Minister of Foreign Relations of Sri Lanka
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Media Release Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena Arrives in Geneva
February 25, 2020
Media Release Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena Arrives in Geneva to attend the Human Rights Council Session
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Media Release - Foreign Ministry ensures welfare of Sri Lankans ...
February 24, 2020
Media Release Foreign Ministry ensures the welfare of Sri Lankans following COVID-19 concerns in South Korea
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Media Release - Canada emphasizes the need to capitalize on the ...
January 28, 2020
Canada emphasizes the need to capitalize on the positive trajectory of its partnership with Sri Lanka
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China reaffirms steadfast support to Sri Lanka
January 16, 2020
China reaffirms steadfast support to Sri Lanka
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Media Release US Principal Assistant Secretary Ambassador Wells
January 15, 2020
Media Release US Principal Assistant Secretary, Ambassador Wells engages in bilateral talks with Foreign Relations Minister Dinesh Gunawardena
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Media Release - Minister of Foreign Relations Dinesh Gunawardena
January 12, 2020
Media Release - Minister of Foreign Relations Dinesh Gunawardena successfully concludes the first official visit to India
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Media Statement - Foreign Ministry Statement on growing tensions...
January 7, 2020
Media Statement - Foreign Ministry Statement on growing tensions in the Middle East
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Media Release -The Embassy of Switzerland in Sri Lanka on 30 December
January 1, 2020
Media Release - The Embassy of Switzerland in Sri Lanka on 30 December 2019, has communicated the attached Diplomatic Note to the Ministry of Foreign Relations of Sri Lanka.
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Sri Lanka is a "trustworthy friend": Nepal Foreign Minister
December 23, 2019
Sri Lanka is a "trustworthy friend": Nepal Foreign Minster
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Media Release - Foreign Minister calls for concrete action on SAARC
December 12, 2019
Media Release - Foreign Minister calls for concrete action on SAARC intra-regional trade
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H.E the President’s interview with "The Hindu" during the recent state
December 2, 2019
H.E the President’s interview with "The Hindu" during the recent state visit to India: Will be frank with New Delhi to avoid misunderstandings: Gotabaya Rajapaksa
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Update on the alleged incident relating to Swiss Embassy staff member
December 2, 2019
Update on the alleged incident relating to Swiss Embassy staff member
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Minister Dinesh Gunawardena calls on Foreign Ministry Officials to rise to new challenges
November 28, 2019
Minister Dinesh Gunawardena calls on Foreign Ministry Office
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Sri Lanka's Ambassador to Nepal Himalee Arunatilaka presents Credential
November 12, 2019
Sri Lanka's Ambassador to Nepal Himalee Arunatilaka presents Credentials to President Bidya Devi Bhandari
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Foreign Secretary Aryasinha calls for Indian Ocean security
November 10, 2019
Foreign Secretary Aryasinha calls for Indian Ocean security architecture that gives priority to the littoral states and sensitive to the interests of all maritime users
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Promotion of Sri Lanka Tourism in Nepal
November 7, 2019
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Nepal organized a meeting with Nepali Tour Operators and Travel Agents at the Embassy on 06th November 2019 to promote Sri Lanka
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Deepawali “Festival of Lights” celebrated in Kathmandu
October 31, 2019
Deepawali “Festival of Lights” celebrated in Kathmandu The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Kathmandu celebrated Deepawali on 25th October 2019 with the participation of Sri Lankans residing in Kathmandu
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The Financial Action Task Force delisted Sri Lanka from the Grey List
October 22, 2019
The Financial Action Task Force delisted Sri Lanka from the Gray List
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Sri Lanka assures support to further the Global Disarmament Agenda
October 11, 2019
Sri Lanka assures support to further the Global Disarmament Agenda
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The Ambassador-designate of Sri Lanka to Nepal Mrs.Himalee
October 11, 2019
The Ambassador-designate of Sri Lanka to Nepal Mrs. Himalee Arunatilaka assumed duties at the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Kathmandu on 10th October 2019
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Colombo meeting presses for rationalization of areas of cooperation an
October 10, 2019
Colombo meeting, presses for rationalization of areas of cooperation and adoption of a BIMSTEC Charter
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Esala Weerakoon approved as the next Secretary-General of SAARC
October 4, 2019
Esala Weerakoon approved as the next Secretary-General of SAARC
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Ambassador Swarna Perera pays Farewell Calls on Dignitaries of the
September 30, 2019
Ambassador Swarna Perera pays Farewell Calls on Dignitaries of the Nepal Government
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Trade and Tourism Promotional event in Kathmandu
July 30, 2019
Trade and Tourism Promotional event in Kathmandu
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Sri Lankan Community in Nepal Commemorates the Victims of the Easter
May 28, 2019
Sri Lankan Community in Nepal Commemorates the Victims of the Easter Sunday Bomb Attacks in Sri Lanka
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Embassy of Sri Lanka in Nepal celebrates Vesak
May 21, 2019
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Kathmandu celebrated Vesak on Monday, 20th May 2019 at the Embassy premises with the participation of Buddhist monks, Sri Lankan community and members of Buddhist Associati
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Colombo International Logistics Conference 2019
March 27, 2019
Colombo International Logistics Conference 2019 first ever Colombo International Logistics Conference, 1st & 2nd August 2019
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71st Anniversary of National Day of Sri Lanka Celebrated in Nepal
February 5, 2019
71st Anniversary of National Day of Sri Lanka Celebrated in Nepal
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Adventure Race (AR) World Championship- 2019
January 25, 2019
Adventure Race (AR) World Championship- 2019 03-13 December 2019, Sri Lanka
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Economic Cooperation between Sri Lanka and Nepal
December 31, 2018
Economic Cooperation between Sri Lanka and Nepal The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Nepal together with Nepal- Sri Lanka Chamber of Commerce & Industry organized a Programme on “Promotion of Economic
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FOREIGN MINISTER AMUNUGAMA BRIEFS COLOMBO BASED DIPLOMATS
November 19, 2018
FOREIGN MINISTER AMUNUGAMA BRIEFS COLOMBO BASED DIPLOMATS
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President Maithripala Sirisena expressed his deep appreciation for all
November 19, 2018
President Maithripala Sirisena expressed his deep appreciation for all the political parties representing the Parliament for reaching an agreement to appropriately follow the guidance given by him at
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Parliament dissolved - Gazette notification
November 11, 2018
Parliament dissolved - Gazette notification
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The Government announces that in pursue of the powers vested in the pr
November 11, 2018
The Government announces that in pursue of the powers vested in the president by section 33 sub section 2 (C) of the constitution, the Parliament of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka is
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Visit of H.E. the President to Nepal
September 4, 2018
At the invitation of Rt. Hon. Bidya Devi Bhandari, President of Nepal H.E. Maithripala Sirisena, President of Sri Lanka
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Invitation of Bids for the reconstruction of Anandakuti Maha Vihar
June 26, 2018
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Nepal invites sealed bids from the eligible bidders for the reconstruction of Anandakuti Maha Vihar
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Embassy of Sri Lanka in Nepal organized a “Sri Lankan Food Festival”
May 28, 2018
Embassy of Sri Lanka in Nepal organized a “Sri Lankan Food Festival” at the hotel Yak & Yeti in Kathmandu on 25th May 2018
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Flood Situation and Relief Assistance – Sri Lanka
May 28, 2018
As you are aware heavy rains in Sri Lanka at present have killed at least 16 people, and more that 130,000 people
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Embassy of Sri Lanka and Hotel Yak & Yeti Present: Sri Lankan Food Fes
May 23, 2018
Embassy of Sri Lanka and Hotel Yak & Yeti Present: Sri Lankan Food Festival
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Embassy of Sri Lanka in Nepal celebrates Vesak
May 3, 2018
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Kathmandu celebrated Vesak on 02nd May 2018 at the Embassy premises with the participation of Sri Lankan community and members of
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Sinhala and Tamil New Year celebrated in Nepal
April 24, 2018
Sinhala and Tamil New Year was celebrated at the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Kathmandu on 21st April 2018 with the participation of Sri Lankan community in Nepal and other foreign well-wishers.
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Buddha Rashmi National Vesak Festival -2018
April 12, 2018
The Buddha Rashmi National Vesak Festival Coordinated by Gangaramaya Temple, and the Prime Minister's Office is organizing for the 12th consecutive year will be held from April
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Presidential Scholarships for foreign students
April 4, 2018
Presidential Scholarships for foreign students for the academic year 2017/18
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70th National Independence Day of Sri Lanka Celebrated in Nepal
February 7, 2018
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Nepal celebrated the 70th Anniversary of the National Independence Day of Sri Lanka
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Yowun Puraya The Youth Festival
January 18, 2018
“Yowun Puraya The City of Youth” is leadership and outward bound training programme bringing together 6000 Sri Lankans and 100 International Participants with hope we can motivate young people to
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Commemoration of the 60th Anniversary
December 21, 2017
Commemoration of the 60th Anniversary of the establishment of Diplomatic Relations between Sri Lanka and Nepal
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Re-submission of National Policy on Reconciliation and Co-existence
December 18, 2017
Re-submission of National Policy on Reconciliation and Co-existence
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Important notice to passport applicants through the embassy
November 15, 2017
Important notice to passport applicants through the embassy
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Revision of Consular Fees charged by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
November 15, 2017
Revision of Consular Fees charged by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Embassy of the Democratic Socialist Republic of
Sri Lanka in Kathmandu, Nepal
