President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today (Oct. 25) held a series of meetings with the High Commissioners of South Africa and New Zealand, along with the Ambassadors of Iran and Myanmar, as well as a delegation from the European Union at the Presidential Secretariat. 

The discussions will focus on strengthening bilateral relations and exploring avenues for future cooperation in key areas.

These meetings aim to enhance diplomatic ties and foster collaboration on economic, political, and social fronts, reflecting Sri Lanka’s commitment to maintaining strong international partnerships.

This morning (25), I engaged in meaningful discussions with Mrs. Malar Than Htaik, Myanmar's Ambassador, at the Presidential Secretariat. I expressed hope for Myanmar's support in securing the release of Sri Lankans detained in cybercrime camps. We also reaffirmed our commitment… pic.twitter.com/kY4pi2uAUH

— Anura Kumara Dissanayake (@anuradisanayake) October 25, 2024

Met with Iranian Ambassador Dr. Alireza Delkhosh at the Presidential Secretariat today. I expressed sincere appreciation for the congratulatory message delivered by him from President Masoud Pezeshkian. We had a productive discussion on Middle East affairs, Sri Lanka's security… pic.twitter.com/TnNos6nfB2

— Anura Kumara Dissanayake (@anuradisanayake) October 25, 2024

Met with New Zealand High Commissioner Mr. David Pine today (25), who extended his congratulations and pledged New Zealand’s support for Sri Lanka's economic growth and effective governance. I assured that security measures are implemented for the protection of visitors to the… pic.twitter.com/fKHVeaOrEx

— Anura Kumara Dissanayake (@anuradisanayake) October 25, 2024

2/2-Fruitful & cordial meeting with a wide overview on trade & investment relations, tourism, remittances, education, reconciliation, governance & public sector reform, among others. #TeamEurope is committed to support 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka in economic recovery & reform 🇪🇺 🇩🇪 🇫🇷 🇮🇹 🇳🇱 🇷🇴

— EU in Sri Lanka (@EU_in_Sri_Lanka) October 25, 2024

I conveyed my sincere appreciation to the South African President @CyrilRamaphosa for his best wishes. Had a productive meeting with South Africa’s High Commissioner H.E. Sandile Edwin Schalk, where we discussed deepening our bilateral ties. From enhancing trade and tourism to… pic.twitter.com/8MuVmDjkxw

— Anura Kumara Dissanayake (@anuradisanayake) October 25, 2024

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake meets with EU delegation

(Original post published on 25^th October 2024 at 12:40pm has been updated)