Media Release Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi expresses optimism that Sri Lanka is on the right path to progress Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath held productive discussions with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi today (12/01),… Read More »Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi expresses optimism that Sri Lanka is on the right path to progress
As Sri Lanka enters the New Year 2026, the Ministry reaffirms its commitment to rebuilding the nation through principled global engagement, dignified foreign employment, and a modern, sustainable tourism economy. This is a moment for disciplined reform and renewed confidence.… Read More »Hon. Minister of Foreign Affairs’ New Year Message – 2026
Briefing by the Hon. Prime Minister on the Government’s ongoing emergency flood-relief operations and recovery efforts A diplomatic briefing is convened today, 28 November 2025, by the Hon. Prime Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office to brief Colombo-based Heads of… Read More »Media Release – Briefing by the Hon. Prime Minister on the Government’s ongoing emergency flood-relief operations and recovery efforts
To all our valued travelers and visitors, Sri Lanka warmly welcomes you to our island paradise. While certain regions may experience seasonal rainfall, the situation is being closely monitored by our national authorities. We wish to reassure all tourists that:… Read More »Official Statement on Current Weather Condition – Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority
Media Release Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the UAE meets Minister Vijitha Herath to boost economic cooperation Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Saeed bin Mubarak… Read More »Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the UAE meets Minister Vijitha Herath to boost economic cooperation
Statement to the Media by the Hon. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment & Tourism of Sri Lanka Vijitha Herath following the Working Meeting with His Excellency the Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations of the Holy See… Read More »Statement to the Media by the Hon. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment & Tourism of Sri Lanka Vijitha Herath following the Working Meeting with His Excellency the Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations of the Holy See Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, 04th November 2025
Visit of the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka to India 16 – 18 October 2025 The Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Honourable Dr. Harini Amarasuriya undertook an official visit to India from 16-18 October 2025 – her first official visit… Read More »Visit of the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka to India
Joint formal Announcement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, ForeignEmployment and Tourism of Sri Lanka / Colomboandthe Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Belize / Belmopanon 21st October 2025Establishment of Diplomatic Relations between Sri Lanka and Belize Upon the signing of… Read More »Joint formal Announcement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism of Sri Lanka / Colombo and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Belize / Belmopanon 21st October 2025 Establishment of Diplomatic Relations between Sri Lanka and Belize
Media Release Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2025 to Enable Global Business and Investment Partnerships Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment Arun Hemachandra called for international business and investment partnership to be enabled during the Sri Lanka Economic… Read More »Sri Lanka Economic and Investment Summit 2025 to Enable Global Business and Investment Partnerships
Media Release Sri Lanka reaffirms its commitment to the UN Committee on Enforced Disappearances Minister of Justice and National Integration, Harshana Nanayakkara led the Sri Lanka delegation to the presentation of Sri Lanka’s initial Report under the International Convention for… Read More »Sri Lanka reaffirms its commitment to the UN Committee on Enforced Disappearances