High Commission of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka in the United Kingdom

Sri Lanka High Commissioner Rohitha Bogollagama visited the Kingsbury Sri Saddhatissa International Buddhist Centre in the United Kingdom on 26 November 2023.

High Commissioner Rohitha Bogollagama was greeted by Ven. Handupelpola Mahinda Thero, Ven. Akuratiye Nanda Thero, Ven. Wilbagedara Gnanissara Thero, Ven. Galayaye Dhammadassi Thero, and Ven. Hallindola Hemaloka Thero together with the Sri Lankan Buddhist community associated with the temple.

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High Commissioner Rohitha Bogollagama, High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to the United Kingdom met with the members of the Board of Directors of the SL-UKCC at the High Commission today, 24 November 2023.

Along with Mr Shehan Silva, President of the SL-UKCC and Head of Digital Solutions at HSBC, Mr Charles de Alwis, General Secretary of the SL-UKCC and Legal Counsel & Company Secretary, Ms Thana Sivasambu, Managing Director of RUCI Products Mr Safdar Bandukwala, Director at Amari Commodities Ltd and Mr Eranga Pathirage, Global Head- HR at Virtusa joined the meeting, The Board of Directors presented  High Commissioner Bogollagama with an overview of the SL-UKCC, outlining the activities already conducted in collaboration with the High Commission and the lineup of activities for 2024. » Read more

High Commissioner Rohitha Bogollagama met with Lord Brennan Kc, member of the House of Lords on 23 November 2023 at the High Commission of Sri Lanka in the United Kingdom.

The High Commissioner discussed with Lord Brennan Kc, matters related to Sri Lanka-United Kingdom bilateral relations with a special emphasis on economic engagement. High Commissioner briefed Lord Brennan the reconciliation process in Sri Lanka and highlighted that Lord Brennan’s expertise in this area would significantly contribute to Sri Lanka’s journey in reconciliation, recovery, and progressive development.

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High Commissioner Rohitha Bogollagama presented the Open Copy of his Letter of Credence to Ms Victoria Busby OBE, Vice Marshal and Director of Protocol at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office on 23 November 2023, before the formal and ceremonial presentation of Credentials to His Majesty King Charles III.

High Commissioner Bogollagama thanked Ms Busby for granting an early opportunity to present the open copy of his Letter of Credence and stated that he looks forward to further enhancing the close and cordial relations between Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom. High Commissioner Bogollagama extended warm greetings of President Ranil Wickremesinghe to His Majesty King Charles III for the continued progress and prosperity of the country and the peoples of the United Kingdom. He requested greater understanding by the UK Government on matters related to Sri Lanka which will lead to wider and deeper engagement between the two countries.

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The High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to the United Kingdom Rohitha Bogollagama who arrived in London on 19 November 2023 assumed duties at the High Commission at a simple ceremony today, 20 November 2023. High Commissioner Bogollagama was received upon arrival at Heathrow Airport by Mrs Kathryn Colvin, Special Representative of the UK Foreign Secretary.

Addressing the High Commission Staff upon assumption of duties, High Commissioner Bogollagama emphasised the importance of advancing national interests and urged the staff to work towards progressing the existing friendly relations between Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom. His assumption of duties was marked by the lighting of the oil lamp and milk rice and other sweetmeats being served in keeping with Sri Lankan traditions.

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The High Commissioner-designate of Sri Lanka to the United Kingdom Rohitha Bogollagama arrived in London on 19 November 2023 to assume duties. He was received upon arrival at the London Heathrow Airport by the Special Representative of the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs Kathryn Colvin.

 

High Commission of Sri Lanka
London

19 November 2023

 

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High Commissioner Saroja Sirisena attended a reception hosted by HM King Charles III on 14 November 2023 to highlight the work of international nurses and midwives. The celebrations came as part of the NHS 75th anniversary, while also marking HM the King’s 75th birthday.

 

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World Travel Market (WTM), the leading global event of Travel and Tourism Trade kicked off on 06 November 2023 at the Excel Exhibition Hall, London, UK promoting international travel throughout the world. WTM attracts more than 50,000 visitors, 5,000 trade partners (exhibitors) and over 3000 journalists around the world each year. The event was held for three days from 06-08 November 2023. With the intention of promoting Sri Lanka as a renowned destination in world travel, Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) with the support of the Sri Lanka High Commission in London participated in the event, along with 73 partners of the industry.

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As an initiative of the SLHC London, a twelve-member business delegation representing the National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka (NCE) visited the UK from 11^th to 16^th September 2023. The visit was aimed at further fostering trade and investment ties between the two countries and exploring new opportunities in the UK market, which absorbs 10% of Sri Lanka’s exports. The delegation headed by Secretary General of the NCE, Shiham Marikar, comprised representatives of leading Sri Lankan exporting companies i.e., Imperial Teas, Link Natural Products, LAUGFS Rubber Corporation, City Cycle Industries, Fanam International, Ruhunu Lanka Minerals, Senikma Holdings and Stay Naturals.

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