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International Bazaar & Cultural Extravaganza 2024 PDF Print option in slimbox / lytebox? (info) E-mail
Monday, 09 December 2024 15:20

The International Bazaar & Cultural Extravaganza 2024, held at the Good Market, Race Course, Colombo 07, offered a truly international experience on Saturday, 07 December 2024 celebrating diverse cultures, cuisine, and crafts. The event, themed around sustainability, captivated attendees with its vibrant activities and country booth presentations.
 
This second edition of the annual event was inaugurated by Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism Vijitha Herath in the presence of the Deputy Minister of Industries, Chathuranga Abeysinghe, and Ministry Secretary, Aruni Ranaraja.

  
Organized by the Ministry in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Foreign Service Association (SLFSA) and the Diplomatic Corps, the event presented an array of activities, including international cuisine and Craft Fair, Country Parade, cultural performances, singalong session, raffle draw, and a dedicated Kids’ Corner. The Minister, along with the Deputy Minister of Industries, senior officials, and SLFSA office bearers, visited each stall to engage the participants and attendees.

The evening segment was elevated by the presence of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, who graced the Fashion Show which highlighted sustainability and ethical fashion. Four Sri Lankan designers—Buddhi Batiks, Kelly Felder, Selyn, and Osu Wasthra—showcased their collections. Members of the Diplomatic Corps, including High Commissioners and Ambassadors, modeled sustainable and ethical designs, adding a unique charm to the event.
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Foreign Minister stresses the importance of ensuring safe, orderly, regular, and rights-based migration PDF Print option in slimbox / lytebox? (info) E-mail
Saturday, 30 November 2024 00:00

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, Vijitha Herath, in a recorded video message to the High-Level Segment of the 115th Session of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Council on 26 November 2024, stressed the importance of ensuring safe, orderly, regular, rights-based migration.

The High-Level Segment of the IOM was themed: ‘Regular Migration Pathways: A Global Call for Action’, and the 115th Session of the Council was held in Geneva from 26-28 November 2024.

The full version of the statement is below. 

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment & Tourism

Colombo

29 November 2024
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Sri Lanka Announces the Launch of International Sovereign Bonds Exchange Following Cabinet of Ministers Approval PDF Print option in slimbox / lytebox? (info) E-mail
Tuesday, 26 November 2024 18:37

 
New Secretary to the Prime Minister, Cabinet Secretary, and Secretaries for 16 Ministries Appointed PDF Print option in slimbox / lytebox? (info) E-mail
Wednesday, 20 November 2024 10:04

 
Foreign Secretary Aruni Ranaraja assumes duties PDF Print option in slimbox / lytebox? (info) E-mail
Tuesday, 19 November 2024 17:12

 


Newly appointed Secretary to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Aruni Ranaraja, following her appointment by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake assumed duties at the Foreign Ministry today, 19 November 2024. Senior officials of the Ministry were present on the occasion.
 
A career Sri Lanka Foreign Service officer, Secretary Aruni Ranaraja counts 28 years of service in the Foreign Ministry. She has served both at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Sri Lanka Missions abroad, in various capacities including as Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to the Netherlands and the Philippines. She also served as the Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW).


Immediately prior to her appointment she served as Additional Secretary and Chief of Protocol of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs since April 2024.

Mrs. Aruni Ranaraja holds a Master’s Degree in International Relations from the State University of Ukraine and Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations from the same University. In addition to her native languages, she is fluent in English and Russian, and understands Japanese.

 
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Colombo
 
19 November 2024
 
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