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High Commission Hosts Round Table Discussion on Strengthening UK–Sri Lanka Economic Relations
The High Commission of Sri Lanka in the United Kingdom (UK), in collaboration with the Sri Lanka–UK Chamber of Commerce (SLUKCC), hosted a round table discussion on 3 July 2026 to explore ways to strengthen bilateral economic relations between Sri Lanka and the UK, focusing on Sri Lanka EXPO 2027, to be held in Colombo in January 2027.
Special Consular Service
Due to the high demand for consular services, the Sri Lanka High Commission will conduct a special two-day Consular Service for Birth / Citizenship Registration, and New Passport Applications.
Dates: – 01 August 2026 & 08 August 2026
Time: – 9.00 to 17.00
Venue: – Sri Lanka High Commission, Hyde Park Gardens, London, W2 2LU.
The High Commission of Sri Lanka in the United Kingdom conducted a mobile consular service in Manchester
Sri Lanka showcased at Stevenage Day Ahead of “Ayubowan Sri Lanka- Welcome to Paradise”
GPWF 2026 Highlights Women’s Leadership in Global Economic Transformation
The Global Power Women Forum (GPWF) 2026 was successfully held from 8–9 June 2026 at Wolfson College, University of Cambridge, bringing together global leaders, policymakers, academics, business leaders, development practitioners, and institutional stakeholders to advance dialogue on inclusive economic governance and women-centred development.
“LankaKonect” – Complaint Management Mobile Application
LONDON BUDDHIST VIHARA CELEBRATES HISTORIC CENTENARY
High Commission of Sri Lanka Commemorates Vesak Day 2026 in London
The High Commission of Sri Lanka in the United Kingdom hosted a Vesak Commemoration Ceremony on 03 June 2026 at the High Commission premises in London.
The ceremony was attended by venerable members of the Maha Sangha, members of the Sri Lankan community, Buddhist devotees, and well-wishers, with approximately 130 participants in attendance. The Most Venerable Bogoda Seelawimala Nayaka Thero, Chief Incumbent of the London Buddhist Vihara and Chief Sangha Nayake of Great Britain, delivered a Dhamma sermon, reflecting on the significance of Vesak Day and the Buddha’s teachings on leading a meaningful and disciplined life.
