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Embassy of the Democratic Socialist Republic of
Sri Lanka in Kathmandu, Nepal

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The Embassy of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka

  • 65th Anniversary of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and Nepal celebrated in Kathmandu
    65th Anniversary of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and Nepal celebrated in Kathmandu

    December 20, 2022

    65th Anniversary of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and Nepal celebrated in Kathmandu


  •  International Buddhist Society of Nepal  provides Saline and other essential medicines to Balangoda Base Hospital in Sri Lanka
    International Buddhist Society of Nepal provides Saline and other essential medicines to Balangoda Base Hospital in Sri Lanka

    October 14, 2022

    International Buddhist Society of Nepal provides Saline and other essential medicines to Balangoda Base Hospital in Sri Lanka


  • Sri Lankan tea and cinnamon promoted at 8th Food & Beverage and Hospitality Fair in Kathmandu
    Sri Lankan tea and cinnamon promoted at 8th Food & Beverage and Hospitality Fair in Kathmandu

    September 20, 2022

    Sri Lankan tea and cinnamon promoted at 8th Food & Beverage and Hospitality Fair in Kathmandu


  • Chinese vessel Yuan Wang 5
    Chinese vessel Yuan Wang 5

    August 14, 2022

    Chinese vessel Yuan Wang 5


  • Importance of ‘Fair Play’ by all Stakeholders of the Economy in Countering the Current Unprecedented Economic Crisis
    Importance of ‘Fair Play’ by all Stakeholders of the Economy in Countering the Current Unprecedented Economic Crisis

    August 1, 2022

    Importance of ‘Fair Play’ by all Stakeholders of the Economy in Countering the Current Unprecedented Economic Crisis


  • Foreign Minister Ali Sabry assumes duties
    Foreign Minister Ali Sabry assumes duties

    July 25, 2022

    Foreign Minister Ali Sabry assumes duties


  • Newly elected President Ranil Wickremesinghe was sworn in as the 8th Executive President of SriLanka at the Parliament complex on 21July 2022
    Newly elected President Ranil Wickremesinghe was sworn in as the 8th Executive President of SriLanka at the Parliament complex on 21July 2022

    July 25, 2022

    Newly elected President Ranil Wickremesinghe was sworn in as the 8th Executive President of SriLanka at the Parliament complex on 21July 2022


  • Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe sworn in as the Acting President
    Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe sworn in as the Acting President

    July 15, 2022

    Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe sworn in as the Acting President


  • Speaker's official announcement on the resignation of the H.E. President Gotabaya Rajapaksa
    Speaker's official announcement on the resignation of the H.E. President Gotabaya Rajapaksa

    July 15, 2022

    Speaker's official announcement on the resignation of the H.E. President Gotabaya Rajapaksa


  • "Hands for Sri Lanka" under the All Nepal Bhikkhu Association, donates essential medicines to Sri Lanka
    "Hands for Sri Lanka" under the All Nepal Bhikkhu Association, donates essential medicines to Sri Lanka

    July 6, 2022

    "Hands for Sri Lanka" under the All Nepal Bhikkhu Association, donates essential medicines to Sri Lanka


  • New Foreign Secretary Aruni Wijewardane assumes duties
    New Foreign Secretary Aruni Wijewardane assumes duties

    May 23, 2022

    New Foreign Secretary Aruni Wijewardane assumes duties


  • Sri Lanka's role in getting due recognition for Vesak Day highlighted at celebrations in Kathmandu
    Sri Lanka's role in getting due recognition for Vesak Day highlighted at celebrations in Kathmandu

    May 19, 2022

    Sri Lanka's role in getting due recognition for Vesak Day highlighted at celebrations in Kathmandu


  • Sri Lanka and Nepal discuss investment opportunities in hydropower sector
    Sri Lanka and Nepal discuss investment opportunities in hydropower sector

    May 9, 2022

    Sri Lanka and Nepal discuss investment opportunities in hydropower sector


  • Landing Requirements to Sri Lanka for Tourists/ Foreign Passport Holders/ Sri Lankans
    Landing Requirements to Sri Lanka for Tourists/ Foreign Passport Holders/ Sri Lankans

    April 25, 2022


  • Message to Sri Lankans living abroad from Dr. P Nandalal Weerasinghe, Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka
    Message to Sri Lankans living abroad from Dr. P Nandalal Weerasinghe, Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka

    April 14, 2022

    Message to Sri Lankans living abroad from Dr. P Nandalal Weerasinghe, Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka


  • Sri Lanka Remains Safe and Open for International Tourists….
    Sri Lanka Remains Safe and Open for International Tourists….

    April 11, 2022

    Sri Lanka Remains Safe and Open for International Tourists….


  • Minister of Foreign Affairs Prof. Peiris briefs Colombo based Diplomatic corps on the prevailing situation in Sri Lanka
    Minister of Foreign Affairs Prof. Peiris briefs Colombo based Diplomatic corps on the prevailing situation in Sri Lanka

    April 10, 2022


  • International Open University Research Sessions 2022 – "Contemplations towards Next Normal for a Smart Future - Directions and Dimensions":
    International Open University Research Sessions 2022 – "Contemplations towards Next Normal for a Smart Future - Directions and Dimensions":

    April 5, 2022

    International Open University Research Sessions 2022 – "Contemplations towards Next Normal for a Smart Future - Directions and Dimensions": 10th and 11th November 2022


  • Foreign Ministers of Sri Lanka and Nepal renew commitment to further expand bilateral relations into new areas of cooperation
    Foreign Ministers of Sri Lanka and Nepal renew commitment to further expand bilateral relations into new areas of cooperation

    April 2, 2022

    Foreign Ministers of Sri Lanka and Nepal renew commitment to further expand bilateral relations into new areas of cooperation


  • Ministerial Meeting of BIMSTEC held in Colombo
    Ministerial Meeting of BIMSTEC held in Colombo

    March 29, 2022

    Ministerial Meeting of BIMSTEC held in Colombo


  • Interactive dialogue on the OHCHR report on Sri Lanka  Statement by Hon. Prof. G.L. Peiris Minister of Foreign Affairs of Sri Lanka  (Geneva, 04 March 2022)
    Interactive dialogue on the OHCHR report on Sri Lanka Statement by Hon. Prof. G.L. Peiris Minister of Foreign Affairs of Sri Lanka (Geneva, 04 March 2022)

    March 5, 2022

    Interactive dialogue on the OHCHR report on Sri Lanka Statement by Hon. Prof. G.L. Peiris Minister of Foreign Affairs of Sri Lanka (Geneva, 04 March 2022)


  • Advisory to Sri Lankan Students in Belarus
    Advisory to Sri Lankan Students in Belarus

    March 5, 2022

    Advisory to Sri Lankan Students in Belarus


  • Statement by  Hon. Prof. G.L. Peiris, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Sri Lanka at 49th session of the Human Rights Council High Level Segment
    Statement by Hon. Prof. G.L. Peiris, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Sri Lanka at 49th session of the Human Rights Council High Level Segment

    March 1, 2022

    Statement by Hon. Prof. G.L. Peiris, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Sri Lanka at 49th session of the Human Rights Council High Level Segment


  • Developments in Ukraine: Status Update on Sri Lankan Nationals
    Developments in Ukraine: Status Update on Sri Lankan Nationals

    February 28, 2022

    Developments in Ukraine: Status Update on Sri Lankan Nationals


  • Scholarships in IT and Computing Studies (for March 2022 intake) Offered by the Sri Lanka Technological Campus (SLTC) for Nepali Students
    Scholarships in IT and Computing Studies (for March 2022 intake) Offered by the Sri Lanka Technological Campus (SLTC) for Nepali Students

    February 24, 2022

    Scholarships in IT and Computing Studies (for March 2022 intake) offered by the Sri Lanka Technological Campus (SLTC) for Nepali Students


  • Sri Lanka and Nepal continue collaborations in the construction sector
    Sri Lanka and Nepal continue collaborations in the construction sector

    February 7, 2022

    Sri Lanka and Nepal continue collaborations in the construction sector


  • The Embassy celebrated the 74th Independence of Sri Lanka on 04th February 2022
    The Embassy celebrated the 74th Independence of Sri Lanka on 04th February 2022

    February 3, 2022

    The Embassy celebrated the 74th Independence of Sri Lanka on 04th February 2022


  • Independence Day address by H.E Gotabaya Rajapaksa, the President of Sri Lanka
    Independence Day address by H.E Gotabaya Rajapaksa, the President of Sri Lanka

    February 3, 2022


  • Quarantine Update for Travel to Sri Lanka
    Quarantine Update for Travel to Sri Lanka

    January 31, 2022

    Quarantine Update for Travel to Sri Lanka


  • URGENT PUBLIC NOTICE  -  Consular Services by prior appointment
    URGENT PUBLIC NOTICE - Consular Services by prior appointment

    January 17, 2022

    The Sri Lanka Embassy in Nepal kindly requests those who wish to obtain Consular assistance/services/visa from the Embassy, to obtain a prior appointment before coming to the Embassy due to the resurgence of the COVID pandemic situation.


  • Virtual B2B Meetings held Between Sri Lankan and Nepali Construction Companies
    Virtual B2B Meetings held Between Sri Lankan and Nepali Construction Companies

    December 22, 2021

    Virtual B2B Meetings held Between Sri Lankan and Nepali Construction Companies


  • Removal of Travel restriction for passengers from six African countries due to new COVID 19  variant
    Removal of Travel restriction for passengers from six African countries due to new COVID 19 variant

    December 14, 2021


  • Online Health Declaration Form for Entry into Sri Lanka
    Online Health Declaration Form for Entry into Sri Lanka

    December 9, 2021

    Online Health Declaration Form for Entry into Sri Lanka


  • Travel restriction for passengers from six African countries due to new COVID 19 variant
    Travel restriction for passengers from six African countries due to new COVID 19 variant

    November 29, 2021

    Travel restriction for passengers from six African countries due to new COVID 19 variant


  • Katina pooja concludes at Sri Lanka Maha Viharaya in Lumbini
    Katina pooja concludes at Sri Lanka Maha Viharaya in Lumbini

    November 2, 2021

    Katina pooja concludes at Sri Lanka Maha Viharaya in Lumbini


  • Speech by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the “ World Leaders Summit of COP26", UN Climate Change Conference, Scotland, UK | 01 November 2021
    Speech by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the “ World Leaders Summit of COP26", UN Climate Change Conference, Scotland, UK | 01 November 2021

    November 2, 2021

    Speech by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the “ World Leaders Summit of COP26", UN Climate Change Conference, Scotland, UK | 01 November 2021


  • Sri Lanka Embassy celebrates Deepawali in Kathmandu
    Sri Lanka Embassy celebrates Deepawali in Kathmandu

    October 28, 2021

    Sri Lanka Embassy celebrates Deepawali in Kathmandu


  • Embassy donates replica of Samadhi Buddha statue to new temple in Kathmandu
    Embassy donates replica of Samadhi Buddha statue to new temple in Kathmandu

    October 14, 2021

    Embassy donates replica of Samadhi Buddha statue to new temple in Kathmandu


  • Foreign Minister Prof.  G.L. Peiris conveyed his best wishes to the newly appointed Foreign Minister of Nepal, Dr. Narayan Khadka
    Foreign Minister Prof. G.L. Peiris conveyed his best wishes to the newly appointed Foreign Minister of Nepal, Dr. Narayan Khadka

    October 8, 2021

    Foreign Minister Prof. G.L. Peiris conveyed his best wishes to the newly appointed Foreign Minister of Nepal, Dr. Narayan Khadka


  • Speech of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at 76th UN General Assembly – New York, September 22, 2021
    Speech of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at 76th UN General Assembly – New York, September 22, 2021

    October 6, 2021


  • Statement by Hon. Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka at the 48th Regular Session of the UN Human Rights Council, 14 September 2021, Geneva
    Statement by Hon. Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka at the 48th Regular Session of the UN Human Rights Council, 14 September 2021, Geneva

    October 6, 2021

    Statement by Hon. Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka at the 48th Regular Session of the UN Human Rights Council, 14 September 2021, Geneva


  • Tourism reenergized with SriLankan Airlines starting direct flights between Colombo and Kathmandu
    Tourism reenergized with SriLankan Airlines starting direct flights between Colombo and Kathmandu

    October 5, 2021

    Tourism reenergized with SriLankan Airlines starting direct flights between Colombo and Kathmandu


  • Latest revised Health Protocol for arrivals to Sri Lanka
    Latest revised Health Protocol for arrivals to Sri Lanka

    October 4, 2021

    If Fully Vaccinated- on-arrival PCR test & quarantine no longer required. Must carry a negative PCR taken prior to departure


  • Latest guidelines for the travelers arriving in Sri Lanka
    Latest guidelines for the travelers arriving in Sri Lanka

    September 29, 2021

    The latest guidelines issued by the Director General of Health Services on quarantine measures for travelers arriving in Sri Lanka effective from 29th September 2021


  • The new Executive Director assumes duties at the Lakshman Kadirgamar Institute for International Relations and Strategic Studies
    The new Executive Director assumes duties at the Lakshman Kadirgamar Institute for International Relations and Strategic Studies

    September 18, 2021

    The new Executive Director assumes duties at the Lakshman Kadirgamar Institute for International Relations and Strategic Studies


  • Statement by Foreign Minister Prof. G.L. Peiris at the Ministerial Sessions on ‘Foreign Policy and Religion’ at the G20 Interfaith Forum, Bologna, Italy
    Statement by Foreign Minister Prof. G.L. Peiris at the Ministerial Sessions on ‘Foreign Policy and Religion’ at the G20 Interfaith Forum, Bologna, Italy

    September 17, 2021

    Statement by Foreign Minister Prof. G.L. Peiris at the Ministerial Sessions on ‘Foreign Policy and Religion’ at the G20 Interfaith Forum, Bologna, Italy


  • Statement on the issue of tracing the Origins of COVID-19
    Statement on the issue of tracing the Origins of COVID-19

    September 9, 2021


  • Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa congratulates newly appointed Nepali Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba
    Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa congratulates newly appointed Nepali Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba

    July 27, 2021

    Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa congratulates newly appointed Nepali Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba


  • Rehabilitation of Ex Combatants
    Rehabilitation of Ex Combatants

    July 14, 2021


  • President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's special address to the nation
    President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's special address to the nation

    June 26, 2021

    H.E.the President of Sri Lanka, Gotabhaya Rajapaksa’s special address to the nation on 25 June 2021.


  • Scholarships in IT and Computing Studies (for July 2021 intake) Offered by the Sri Lanka Technological Campus (SLTC) for Nepal Students
    Scholarships in IT and Computing Studies (for July 2021 intake) Offered by the Sri Lanka Technological Campus (SLTC) for Nepal Students

    June 16, 2021

    SLTC is offering 03 full - scholarships (Full Tuition Waiver) and 05 semi – scholarships (30-60% tuition fee waiver) based on high school educational qualifications for Nepali students in the following IT and Computing Degrees.


  • Updated Quarantine Measures for inbound travelers to Sri Lanka effective from 01st-30th June 2021
    Updated Quarantine Measures for inbound travelers to Sri Lanka effective from 01st-30th June 2021

    May 31, 2021

    The Ministry of Health of Sri Lanka has imposed the following revised quarantine measures for inbound travelers to Sri Lanka irrespective of COVID 19 vaccination status with effect from 01st June 2021.


  • Vesak celebrated in Nepal with religious observances and illuminations
    Vesak celebrated in Nepal with religious observances and illuminations

    May 28, 2021

    Vesak is widely celebrated in Nepal as Buddha Jayanthi, paying homage to the Buddha who was born as Prince Siddhartha to King Suddhodana of the Shakya dynasty of Kapilavastu, and Queen Maya Devi, in present day Tilaurakot of Nepal. Queen Maya Devi gave birth in the Lumbini garden, while on the way to her maternal home in Devdaha, in Rupandehi district of modern day Nepal.  This year marks the 2565th Buddha Jayanthi.


  • CELEBRATION OF INTERNATIONAL TEA DAY - 21ST MAY 2021
    CELEBRATION OF INTERNATIONAL TEA DAY - 21ST MAY 2021

    May 20, 2021

    International Tea Day is a United Nations observance celebrated annually on May 21 to express the economical, biological and physical benefits of tea. It was inaugurated by the General Assembly and essentially replaced the unofficial observance of the same name, which used to be celebrated on December 15 in tea producing countries.


  • Media Notice of the Department of Immigration and Emigration
    Media Notice of the Department of Immigration and Emigration

    May 17, 2021

    Validity periods of all visas obtained by foreigners who have already visited Sri Lanka have been extended by 60 days with effect from 11.05.2021 until 9 July.


  • Urgent Notice
    Urgent Notice

    May 11, 2021

    In view of the extended Prohibitory Order in the Kathmandu Valley until 27 May 2021, Consular services will be limited to emergency services strictly by prior appointment


  • Sri Lanka investment forum 2021 7th to 9th June 2021
    Sri Lanka investment forum 2021 7th to 9th June 2021

    May 10, 2021

    Join Asia’s first and largest virtual Investor Forum to understand the FDI and Capital Market opportunities in Sri Lanka.


  • Construction Industry Stakeholders of Sri Lanka and Nepal discuss areas to strengthen collaboration
    Construction Industry Stakeholders of Sri Lanka and Nepal discuss areas to strengthen collaboration

    May 4, 2021

    Sri Lanka Embassy in Nepal partnered with the Export Development Board of Sri Lanka (EDB) to connect construction industry stakeholders of the two countries in a webinar titled “Collaboration in the Construction Industry between Sri Lanka and Nepal " on Tuesday 04 May.


  • URGENT NOTICE
    URGENT NOTICE

    April 27, 2021

    The Sri Lanka Embassy in Nepal wishes to inform that due to the Prohibitory Order declared in the Kathmandu Valley from 29 April to 12 May 2021, consular services will strictly be limited to emergency services by prior appointment only during this period.


  • COLLABORATION IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY BETWEEN SRI LANKA & NEPAL
    COLLABORATION IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY BETWEEN SRI LANKA & NEPAL

    April 23, 2021

    The Embassy of Sri Lanka together with the Export Development Board of Sri Lanka has organized a webinar titled "Collaboration in the Construction Industry between Sri Lanka and Nepal " on Tuesday, 04th May 2021 at 11.45 am (Nepal Time).


  • Entry Requirement for Sri Lankans Lifted
    Entry Requirement for Sri Lankans Lifted

    April 6, 2021

    Under the directive of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, the Foreign Ministry reviewed the entry procedure today, 06 April 2021, as a measure of relief for prospective Lankan returnees.


  • Webinar held on Sri Lanka - Nepal - Business Environment and Opportunities for Collaborations
    Webinar held on Sri Lanka - Nepal - Business Environment and Opportunities for Collaborations

    March 31, 2021

    Sri Lanka Embassy in Nepal and the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce came together to organize a webinar on Sri Lanka - Nepal - Business Environment and Opportunities for Collaboration on 31 March 2021. The webinar showcased the potential of the respective markets in Nepal and Sri Lanka for investment, and highlighted opportunities for trade and business collaborations.


  • Webinar on Nepal Sri Lanka current economy business environment and opportunities for joint collaborations
    Webinar on Nepal Sri Lanka current economy business environment and opportunities for joint collaborations

    March 25, 2021

    Webinar on Nepal - Sri Lanka current economy, business environment and opportunities for joint collaborations - 31st March 2021 at 10.45 a.m. (Nepal Time)


  • WEBINAR ON COOPERARION IN GEM & JEWELRY INDUSTRY BETWEEN SRI LANKA AND NEPAL CONCLUDED
    WEBINAR ON COOPERARION IN GEM & JEWELRY INDUSTRY BETWEEN SRI LANKA AND NEPAL CONCLUDED

    March 13, 2021

    A webinar was conducted on Friday 12th March between Sri Lanka and Nepal to discuss potential cooperation in gem and jewelry industry, focusing on technical cooperation in various sectors of the industry.  


  • Statement by Hon. Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka Agenda Item 2: Interactive Dialogue on the OHCHR Report ‘Promoting reconciliation, accountability and human rights in Sri Lanka’ (A/HRC/46/20) 24th February 2021
    Statement by Hon. Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka Agenda Item 2: Interactive Dialogue on the OHCHR Report ‘Promoting reconciliation, accountability and human rights in Sri Lanka’ (A/HRC/46/20) 24th February 2021

    February 26, 2021


  • Statement by Hon Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka High Level Segment of the 46th Session of the UN Human Rights Council 23 February 2021, Geneva
    Statement by Hon Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka High Level Segment of the 46th Session of the UN Human Rights Council 23 February 2021, Geneva

    February 26, 2021


  • SRI LANKA'S 73rd INDEPENDENCE COMMEMORATED IN NEPAL
    SRI LANKA'S 73rd INDEPENDENCE COMMEMORATED IN NEPAL

    February 7, 2021

    The Sri Lanka Embassy in Nepal commemorated the 73rd anniversary of Independence of Sri Lanka at the Chancery with the participation of the Sri Lankan community in Kathmandu. on 4th February 2021.


  • Commission of Inquiry appointed to look into alleged human rights & IHL violations
    Commission of Inquiry appointed to look into alleged human rights & IHL violations

    January 26, 2021

    Media release issued by the PMD dated 22.01.2021 together with the Extraordinary Gazette notification on the appointment of a three-member Commission of Inquiry (CoI) by H.E. President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to investigate, inquire into and report or take necessary action on findings of preceding commissions or committees on alleged human rights violations, serious violations of International Humanitarian Law (IHL) and other such offences in Sri Lanka.


  • Urgent notice
    Urgent notice

    December 22, 2020

    Due to the detection of a new strain of the corona virus in certain countries the Government of Sri Lanka has decided to revert to the earlier procedure of granting prior approval for all Sri Lanka bound travelers.


  • Notice on Revision of Procedure for Inbound Travelers to Sri Lanka
    Notice on Revision of Procedure for Inbound Travelers to Sri Lanka

    December 22, 2020

    The procedure for inbound travelers to Sri Lanka, introduced since March 2020 is hereby revised as follows, based on the joint decision made by the Foreign Ministry, the Department of Immigration and the Civil Aviation Authority and as agreed by the Presidential Task Force for Economic Revival and Poverty Alleviation.


  • Foreign Minister holds an event to mark 65 years of Sri Lanka's membership at the United Nations
    Foreign Minister holds an event to mark 65 years of Sri Lanka's membership at the United Nations

    December 16, 2020

    Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena met the United Nations Resident Coordinator Hanaa Singer and the heads of UN agencies based in Colombo yesterday 14 December 2020 at an event held at the Foreign Ministry to mark the 65th anniversary of Sri Lanka’s membership of the United Nations.


  • Foreign Ministry takes the lead in reviewing connections and opportunities in Marine Scientific Research and Maritime Safety and Security
    Foreign Ministry takes the lead in reviewing connections and opportunities in Marine Scientific Research and Maritime Safety and Security

    December 2, 2020

    Foreign Ministry takes the lead in reviewing connections and opportunities in Marine Scientific Research and Maritime Safety and Security


  • Country Statement of the Honourable Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka for the 3rd Ministerial Meeting of the Archipelagic and Island States (AIS) Forum
    Country Statement of the Honourable Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka for the 3rd Ministerial Meeting of the Archipelagic and Island States (AIS) Forum

    December 2, 2020

    Country Statement of the Honourable Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka for the 3rd Ministerial Meeting of the Archipelagic and Island States (AIS) Forum, 25 November 2020


  • Remarks Made by Hon. Dinesh Gunawardena, Foreign Minister at the Inaugural Event of the 4th NSA– Level Trilateral Meeting on Maritime Cooperation
    Remarks Made by Hon. Dinesh Gunawardena, Foreign Minister at the Inaugural Event of the 4th NSA– Level Trilateral Meeting on Maritime Cooperation

    November 30, 2020

    Remarks Made by Hon. Dinesh Gunawardena, Foreign Minister at the Inaugural Event of the 4th NSA– Level Trilateral Meeting on Maritime Cooperation on 28 November 2020 at Taj Samudra Hotel, Colombo


  • Katina Pooja at SRI LANKA MAHA VIHARA in LUMBINI organized by SRI LANKA EMBASSY staff this year
    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.


  • 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
    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


  • Sacred Relics returned to historical Ananda Kuti Vihara by the Sri Lanka Embassy
    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.


  • Press Statement of Hon. Dinesh Gunawardena Foreign Minister at the Joint Press event with Hon. Michael Pompeo, US Secretary of State
    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


  • Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena and US Secretary of State Michael Pompeo hold bilateral discussions in Colombo
    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.


  • Statement by H.E. Gotabaya Rajapaksa, President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka at the UN Summit on Biodiversity, 30 September 2020
    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


  • UN’s responsibility is to assist democratically elected governments – President tells UNGA
    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


  • Statement by Sri Lanka during the General Debate under Agenda Item 2 at the 45th Session of the UN Human Rights Council
    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


  • Statement by Sri Lanka during the Enhanced Interactive Dialogue on the oral update by the High Commissioner on the human rights
    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


  • Enrolment of foreign students  for Degree Programmes at General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University Academic Year 2020-2021
    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


  • Sri Lanka is a very good friend of Nepal- Prime Minister K. P. Sharma Oli
    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


  • Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena assumes duties
    Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena assumes duties

    August 18, 2020

    Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena assumes duties


  • New Foreign Secretary  Admiral Prof. Jayanath Colombage assumes duties
    New Foreign Secretary Admiral Prof. Jayanath Colombage assumes duties

    August 14, 2020

    New Foreign Secretary Admiral Prof. Jayanath Colombage assumes duties


  • new Cabinet of Ministers of the Government of Sri Lanka was sworn in on 12th August 2020
    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.


  • Leader of Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Mahinda Rajapaksa took oaths as the new Prime Minister of Sri Lanka
    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.


  • The statement by Sri Lanka at the interactive dialogue with the special rapporteur on the rights to freedom of ....
    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


  • Foreign Minister outlines Sri Lanka's digital responses to COVID -19
    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


  • 44th Session of the Human Rights Council - Agenda Item 2
    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


  • Foreign Secretary Aryasinha says “Future Footprint of  Foreign....
    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”


  • Sri Lanka raises concerns on reference to Sri Lanka in OHCHR press...
    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


  • Revised instructions on PCR testing and quarantine procedures for DPLs entering Sri Lanka
    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


  • Foreign Minister reassures continued repatriation of migrant workers
    Foreign Minister reassures continued repatriation of migrant workers

    May 31, 2020

    Foreign Minister reassures continued repatriation of migrant workers


  • RANAVIRU DAY MESSAGE OF H.E THE PRESIDENT
    RANAVIRU DAY MESSAGE OF H.E THE PRESIDENT

    May 18, 2020

    RANAVIRU DAY MESSAGE OF H.E THE PRESIDENT


  • FOREIGN SECRETARY APPEALS TO OVERSEAS SRI LANKANS TO RETHINK PLANS
    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


  • OVER 38,000 SRI LANKANS IN 143 COUNTRIES SEEK TO RETURN HOME
    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


  • Foreign Secretary Aryasinha elaborates on Cabinet decision
    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


  • STATEMENT BY H.E. GOTABAYA RAJAPAKSA
    STATEMENT BY H.E. GOTABAYA RAJAPAKSA

    May 6, 2020

    STATEMENT BY H.E. GOTABAYA RAJAPAKSA


  • Modalities to issue temporary travel documents to undocumented
    Modalities to issue temporary travel documents to undocumented

    May 5, 2020

    Modalities to issue temporary travel documents to undocumented workers abroad agreed on


  • Repatriation of Sri Lankan students from South Asia concludes
    Repatriation of Sri Lankan students from South Asia concludes

    May 1, 2020

    Repatriation of Sri Lankan students from South Asia concludes


  • Sri Lanka Missions abroad seek to re-position Sri Lanka’s exports ...
    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


  • President Gotabaya Rajapaksa discusses revitalizing economy while ...
    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


  • REMEMBERING THE EASTER SUNDAY ATTACKS – H.E GOTABAYA RAJAPAKSA...
    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


  • NOTICE TO SRI LANKANS IN NEPAL - Outward remittances to Sri Lankans ..
    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


  • Amidst COVID-19 President envisions a robust new economy
    Amidst COVID-19 President envisions a robust new economy

    April 16, 2020

    Amidst COVID-19 President envisions a robust new economy


  • Foreign Ministry and Foreign Employment Bureau team up to step up
    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


  • SINHALA AND TAMIL NEW YEAR MESSAGE OF H.E. GOTABAYA RAJAPAKSA
    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


  • NEW BANK ACCOUNT INTRODUCED TO REMIT FOREIGN CURRENCY EARNINGS
    NEW BANK ACCOUNT INTRODUCED TO REMIT FOREIGN CURRENCY EARNINGS

    April 12, 2020

    NEW BANK ACCOUNT INTRODUCED TO REMIT FOREIGN CURRENCY EARNINGS


  • Minister Dinesh Gunawardena explores possibilities to assist Sri ...
    Minister Dinesh Gunawardena explores possibilities to assist Sri ...

    April 11, 2020

    Minister Dinesh Gunawardena explores possibilities to assist Sri Lankan Migrant workers


  • Foreign Secretary Aryasinha outlines Role and Preparations of the ...
    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


  • Minister Gunawardena explores practical solutions to assist expatriate
    Minister Gunawardena explores practical solutions to assist expatriate

    April 4, 2020

    Minister Gunawardena explores practical solutions to assist expatriate communities with Foreign Ministry Officials


  • Foreign Ministry takes stock of action by Sri Lanka Missions abroad ..
    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)


  • Extension of Visas for the Foreigners in Sri Lanka
    Extension of Visas for the Foreigners in Sri Lanka

    April 2, 2020

    Extension of Visas for the Foreigners in Sri Lanka


  • President urges WHO Director General to pursue IMF/World Bank debt moratorium in view of COVID- 19 calamity
    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


  • COVID-19 fund increases further
    COVID-19 fund increases further

    March 31, 2020

    COVID-19 fund increases further


  • Sri Lanka Missions in South Asia work towards Ensuring Safety of Sri Lankan Expatriates in the Region
    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


  • Donations to COVID-19 Healthcare and Social Security Fund
    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.


  • Over 17,000 Overseas Sri Lankans register on ‘Contact Sri Lanka’
    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’


  • MEDIA RELEASE - Update on Sri Lankan nationals in Nepal
    MEDIA RELEASE - Update on Sri Lankan nationals in Nepal

    March 28, 2020

    MEDIA RELEASE - Update on Sri Lankan nationals in Nepal


  • Special Request by the Government to Sri Lankan Expats
    Special Request by the Government to Sri Lankan Expats

    March 28, 2020

    Special Request by the Government to Sri Lankan Expats


  • Media Release
    Media Release

    March 26, 2020

    Media Release


  • President calls on international donor agencies to grant debt moratori
    President calls on international donor agencies to grant debt moratori

    March 26, 2020

    President calls on international donor agencies to grant debt moratorium


  • URGENT NOTICE TO SRI LANKANS IN NEPAL
    URGENT NOTICE TO SRI LANKANS IN NEPAL

    March 24, 2020

    URGENT NOTICE TO SRI LANKANS IN NEPAL


  • URGENT NOTICE TO SRI LANKANS IN NEPAL
    URGENT NOTICE TO SRI LANKANS IN NEPAL

    March 23, 2020

    Hotline for Emergency Consular Services


  • URGENT PUBLIC NOTICE
    URGENT PUBLIC NOTICE

    March 20, 2020

    Limitation of consular services at Sri Lanka Embassy in Kathmandu


  • Media Release
    Media Release

    March 19, 2020

    Media Release


  • URGENT  PUBLIC NOTICE
    URGENT PUBLIC NOTICE

    March 18, 2020

    URGENT PUBLIC NOTICE


  • Suspension of On-arrival visa in Sri Lanka due to the COVID-19
    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


  • Foreign Minister briefs diplomatic community on COVID- 19 preventive..
    Foreign Minister briefs diplomatic community on COVID- 19 preventive..

    March 10, 2020

    Foreign Minister briefs diplomatic community on COVID- 19 preventive measures


  • Media Release   Sri Lanka will lead Science, Technology and ...
    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


  • Statement made by Hon. Dinesh Gunawardena, Minister of Foreign ...
    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


  • 43rd Session of the Human Rights Council – High Level Segment ...
    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


  • Media Release   Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena Arrives in Geneva
    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


  •  Media Release -  Foreign Ministry ensures welfare of Sri Lankans ...
    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


  • Media Release  - Canada emphasizes the need to capitalize on the ...
    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


  • China reaffirms steadfast support to Sri Lanka
    China reaffirms steadfast support to Sri Lanka

    January 16, 2020

    China reaffirms steadfast support to Sri Lanka


  • Media Release  US Principal Assistant Secretary Ambassador Wells
    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


  • Media Release - Minister of Foreign Relations Dinesh Gunawardena
    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


  • Media Statement - Foreign Ministry Statement on growing tensions...
    Media Statement - Foreign Ministry Statement on growing tensions...

    January 7, 2020

    Media Statement - Foreign Ministry Statement on growing tensions in the Middle East


  • Media Release  -The Embassy of Switzerland in Sri Lanka on 30 December
    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.


  • Sri Lanka is a "trustworthy friend": Nepal Foreign Minister
    Sri Lanka is a "trustworthy friend": Nepal Foreign Minister

    December 23, 2019

    Sri Lanka is a "trustworthy friend": Nepal Foreign Minster


  • Media Release  - Foreign Minister calls for concrete action on SAARC
    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


  • MEDIA STATEMENT
    MEDIA STATEMENT

    December 5, 2019

    MEDIA STATEMENT


  • H.E the President’s interview with "The Hindu" during the recent state
    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


  • Update on the alleged incident relating to Swiss Embassy staff member
    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


  • Minister Dinesh Gunawardena calls on Foreign Ministry Officials to rise to new challenges
    Minister Dinesh Gunawardena calls on Foreign Ministry Officials to rise to new challenges

    November 28, 2019

    Minister Dinesh Gunawardena calls on Foreign Ministry Office


  • Sri Lanka's Ambassador to Nepal Himalee Arunatilaka presents Credential
    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


  • Foreign Secretary Aryasinha calls for Indian Ocean security
    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


  • Promotion of Sri Lanka Tourism in Nepal
    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


  • Deepawali “Festival of Lights” celebrated in Kathmandu
    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


  • The Financial Action Task Force delisted Sri Lanka from the Grey List
    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


  •  Sri Lanka assures support to further the Global Disarmament Agenda
    Sri Lanka assures support to further the Global Disarmament Agenda

    October 11, 2019

    Sri Lanka assures support to further the Global Disarmament Agenda


  • The Ambassador-designate of Sri Lanka to Nepal Mrs.Himalee
    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


  • Colombo meeting presses for rationalization of areas of cooperation an
    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


  •  Esala Weerakoon approved as the next Secretary-General of SAARC
    Esala Weerakoon approved as the next Secretary-General of SAARC

    October 4, 2019

    Esala Weerakoon approved as the next Secretary-General of SAARC


  • Ambassador Swarna Perera pays Farewell Calls on Dignitaries of the
    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


  • Trade and Tourism Promotional event in Kathmandu
    Trade and Tourism Promotional event in Kathmandu

    July 30, 2019

    Trade and Tourism Promotional event in Kathmandu


  •  Sri Lankan Community in Nepal Commemorates the Victims of the  Easter
    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


  • Embassy of Sri Lanka in Nepal celebrates Vesak
    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


  •  Colombo International Logistics Conference 2019
    Colombo International Logistics Conference 2019

    March 27, 2019

    Colombo International Logistics Conference 2019 first ever Colombo International Logistics Conference, 1st & 2nd August 2019


  • 71st Anniversary of National Day of Sri Lanka Celebrated in Nepal
    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


  • Adventure Race (AR) World Championship- 2019
    Adventure Race (AR) World Championship- 2019

    January 25, 2019

    Adventure Race (AR) World Championship- 2019 03-13 December 2019, Sri Lanka


  •  Economic Cooperation between Sri Lanka and Nepal
    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


  • FOREIGN MINISTER AMUNUGAMA BRIEFS COLOMBO BASED DIPLOMATS
    FOREIGN MINISTER AMUNUGAMA BRIEFS COLOMBO BASED DIPLOMATS

    November 19, 2018

    FOREIGN MINISTER AMUNUGAMA BRIEFS COLOMBO BASED DIPLOMATS


  • President Maithripala Sirisena expressed his deep appreciation for all
    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


  • Interim Stay Oder by the Supreme Court
    Interim Stay Oder by the Supreme Court

    November 13, 2018

    Interim Stay Order by the Supreme Court


  • Parliament dissolved - Gazette notification
    Parliament dissolved - Gazette notification

    November 11, 2018

    Parliament dissolved - Gazette notification


  • The Government announces that in pursue of the powers vested in the pr
    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


  • Visit of H.E. the President to Nepal
    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


  • Invitation of Bids for the reconstruction of Anandakuti Maha Vihar
    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


  • Embassy of Sri Lanka in Nepal organized a “Sri Lankan Food Festival”
    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


  • Flood Situation and Relief Assistance – Sri Lanka
    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


  • Embassy of Sri Lanka and Hotel Yak & Yeti Present: Sri Lankan Food Fes
    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


  • Embassy of Sri Lanka in Nepal celebrates Vesak
    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


  • Sinhala and Tamil New Year celebrated in Nepal
    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.


  • Buddha Rashmi National Vesak Festival -2018
    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


  • Presidential Scholarships for foreign students
    Presidential Scholarships for foreign students

    April 4, 2018

    Presidential Scholarships for foreign students for the academic year 2017/18


  • 70th National Independence Day of Sri Lanka Celebrated in Nepal
    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


  • Yowun Puraya The Youth Festival
    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


  • Commemoration of the 60th Anniversary
    Commemoration of the 60th Anniversary

    December 21, 2017

    Commemoration of the 60th Anniversary of the establishment of Diplomatic Relations between Sri Lanka and Nepal


  • Re-submission of National Policy on Reconciliation and Co-existence
    Re-submission of National Policy on Reconciliation and Co-existence

    December 18, 2017

    Re-submission of National Policy on Reconciliation and Co-existence


  • Important notice to passport applicants through the embassy
    Important notice to passport applicants through the embassy

    November 15, 2017

    Important notice to passport applicants through the embassy


  • Revision of Consular Fees charged by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
    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


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