Sri Lanka High Commission, Australia in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory | Government organisation

Sri Lanka High Commission, Australia

Locality: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

Phone: +61 2 6198 3756

Address: Hampton Circuit ACT 2600 Canberra, ACT, Australia

Website: http://www.slhcaust.org

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25.01.2022 .... . . - 19 . . . . 2020 31 . . . . Hajj Message It is with pleasure I offer my felicitations to Sri Lankan Muslims and their fellow devotees the world over on this occasion of Eid-ul-Adha. On this day of Hajj, Muslims commemorate immense sacrifices made by Nabi Ibrahim and his family members in honour and respect of God. During this season a large number of Muslims from around the world gather in Mecca for Hajj pilgrimage considered as the fifth pillar of the Islamic faith. Although the Muslim devotees are compelled to refrain from visiting Holy Mecca due to the COVID 19 pandemic which has enveloped the globe, I believe that the Hajj festival this year too will be an occasion for them to embrace the greatness of Allah and the spirit of peaceful coexistence. The Government of Sri Lanka being aware of the significance of Hajj festival has provided all necessary facilities for the Muslim community to engage in their religious observances. I am confident that the Muslim community in Sri Lanka which lived in peace and harmony with all the other communities throughout our history in accordance with the teachings of the holy Quran and contributed to the prosperity of this nation would continue that tradition in future as well. I wish every Muslim of Sri Lanka a happy Eid-ul-Adha festival. Gotabaya Rajapaksa July 31, 2020 #GotabayaRajapaksa #GR #thepresidentofsrilanka

24.01.2022 Prime Minister of Pakistan H.E. Imran Khan and the delegation arrived in Sri Lanka today (23) and was received by Prime Minister of Sri Lanka Hon. Mahinda Rajap...aksa. H.E. Imran Khan was accorded a special Guard of Honour at the Bandaranaike International Airport by the Sri Lanka Army, followed by a 19-Gun Salute.

23.01.2022 Foreign Relations under President Gotabaya Rajapaksa" featuring Foreign Secretary Admiral Prof. Jayanath Colombage, which was telecast on Derana 24 Channel. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SoIkn3D47co

21.01.2022 Statement by Hon Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka at the High Level Segment of the 46th Session of the UN Human Rights Council 23 February 2021, Geneva. Full Statement at: https://mfa.gov.lk/fm-23-feb-2021-geneva/

16.01.2022 The 'Irida Ayubowan' programme telecast on Rupavahini, featuring Foreign Secretary https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Q2amcR3tZJ4

13.01.2022 Address by Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena at the 75th Anniversary of the United Nations https://youtu.be/EC4ahBkefGk

13.01.2022 Hon. Tharaka Balasuriya was sworn in as State Minister of Regional Cooperation at the Magul Maduwa (Audience Hall) of the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic premises in Kandy today (12 August).

12.01.2022 Direct returnees from overseas for quarantine after PCR test results are known President

09.01.2022 State Minister of Regional Co-operation Tharaka Balasuriya reiterates need to strengthen relations with Asian neighbours Full Media Release at: https://mfa.gov.lk/state-minister-assumed-duties/

09.01.2022 High Commission of Sri Lanka in Canberra celebrates the 73 rd Anniversary of Independence Day of Sri Lanka The 73rd anniversary of Sri Lanka’s National Independence was celebrated in the Sri Lanka High Commission premises in Canberra, with a formal flag hoisting ceremony in the early morning of 4th February 2021. The event was held outdoors following the COVID-19 health regulations applicable to outdoor events. Around 150 participants representing a wide cross section of the... Sri Lankan community attended this ceremony. The formal proceedings of the ceremony commenced with the hoisting of the national flag amidst the beating of magul bera and blowing of the ‘conch shell’ by a group of children from the Sri Lankan community, which was followed by the singing of the national anthem. A two minutes silence was observed in honour of all those who sacrificed their lives to protect the freedom, unity, sovereignty and integrity of Sri Lanka. Multi religious observances were conducted by the religious dignitaries representing the Buddhist, Hindu, Islamic and Christian faiths, and they invoked blessings upon the country and the people of Sri Lanka. Senior Sri Lankan citizens living in Canberra representing Sinhala, Tamil, Muslim and Burgher communities joined the Acting High Commissioner in lighting the traditional oil lamp. Mission officials read out an excerpt from His Excellency the President’s manifesto and the Independence Day messages of the Honourable Prime Minister and the Honourable Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka. Addressing the gathering the Actg. High Commissioner extended warm wishes to all Sri Lankans living in Australia for the 73rd Anniversary of Independence of Sri Lanka. He mentioned that Sri Lanka has come a long way since independence and has been able to overcome numerous challenges faced along the way. Similarly, he wished Sri Lanka would be able to overcome the unprecedented challenges posed by the global pandemic situation soon and achieve Sri Lanka’s sustainable development targets as planned. He wished all Sri Lankans happiness, prosperity and good health! He requested the Sri Lankan community to continue to support Sri Lanka and help preserve the culture and traditions for the future generations. A traditional Sri Lankan breakfast pack with milk rice and sweetmeats was distributed to all the participants. A tea kiosk was placed to serve Ceylon tea.

08.01.2022 Hon. Mahinda Rajapaksa was sworn in as the 13th Prime Minister of Sri Lanka The leader of Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Mahinda Rajapaksa was sworn in as the 13th Prime Minister of Sri Lanka before President Gotabaya Rajapaksa. The swearing in ceremony took place at the historic Kelani Raja Maha Viharaya this morning (9). Elected to the post for the fourth time, Mr. Rajapaksa served two terms as the Executive President of the country from 2005 to 2015.... Completing five decades in active politics, Mr. Rajapaksa entered the Parliament in 1970 and he played a pivotal role as a Cabinet Minister during 1995-2004 period. First elected as the Prime Minister in 2004, Mr. Rajapaksa was sworn in as the Prime Minister for the second time on October 26, 2018. The third time he was sworn in as the Prime Minister was on November 21, 2019. During his 10-year tenure as the Executive President Mr. Rajapaksa was able to eradicate the 30-decade old terrorism from the country and to accelerate country’s economic development. Contesting from Kurunegala district in the recently concluded Parliamentary Election Mr. Rajapaksa received a record-breaking 527,364 Preferential Votes, the highest number of votes a candidate ever received. Mr. Rajapaksa will go down in history as the first ever Sri Lankan to become Prime Minister for four times after serving two terms as the Executive President. Maha Sangha chanted Seth Pirith and invoked blessings on the new Premier. Later, the President and Prime Minister engaged in religious observances at the Viharaya. At the conclusion of the ceremony both President and Prime Minister greeted the public gathered at the venue. Maha Sangha and other religious leaders, Governors, Secretary to the President, members of the diplomatic corps, newly elected members of Parliament of SLPP and other Parliamentarians who extend their support to the new government and family members were also present on the occasion. See more

07.01.2022 Poson Poya Day Message of H.E. the President of Sri Lanka

07.01.2022 The Message of H.E.the President of Sri Lanka on the World Environment Day 2020

07.01.2022 New Foreign Secretary Admiral Prof. Jayanath Colombage assumes duties Full Media Release at: https://mfa.gov.lk/assume-duties/

04.01.2022 Foreign Secretary Admiral Prof. Jayanath Colombage joined a discussion on News 1st NEWSLINE with Faraz Shauketaly on 25 January 2021 to discuss SriLanka’s foreign relations. The interview may be viewed at: https://youtu.be/XvrNOrAGUQQ

02.01.2022 Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena assumes duties Full Media Release at: https://mfa.gov.lk/minister-assumes-duties/

02.01.2022 Message of H.E.the President on the occasion of Hajj

02.01.2022 Hon. Dinesh Gunawardena was sworn in as Foreign Minister at the Magul Maduwa (Audience Hall) of the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic premises in Kandy today (12 August).