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Sri Lanka Embassy in Ankara participates in Bilkent International Festival 2024
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Ankara participated in the Bilkent International Festival 2024, held at Bilkent University in Ankara, Türkiye, on 05 October 2024. This lively event, hosted by the Bilkent International Community, attracted a diverse audience, including Embassy representatives, academics and over 1000 students, according to a statement issued by the Embassy.
Sri Lanka’s stall at the festival was a vibrant hub of cultural heritage, featuring various traditional Sri Lankan items that offered festival-goers a unique glimpse into Sri Lanka’s rich traditions. Pure Ceylon tea, kottu roti and kokis offered by the stall of the Sri Lanka Embassy were among the highly demanded Sri Lankan delicacies that the visitors were treated to. The stall also offered the visitors an opportunity to don traditional Sri Lankan attire, introducing them to a novel experience.
The festival, which was attended by 15 other countries, was an excellent platform to introduce Sri Lanka’s culture and cuisine to a diverse audience, and also for the Lankan expatriates in Ankara to celebrate their Sri Lankan identity. . The Embassy’s participation in the festival was a part of its attempts at promoting Sri Lanka’s heritage and culture and thereby supporting Sri Lanka tourism.
The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Sahyadri arrived at the Port of Colombo on a formal visit on Friday [04 Apr 25]. The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions.
INS Sahyadri is a 143m long Frigate manned by a crew of 320 and the ship is commanded by Captain Rajat Kumar.
During their visit to the crew of INS Sahyadri will participate in events hosted by the Sri Lanka Navy, aimed to strengthen bilateral ties. They will also visit several tourist hotspots across the country.
Concluding the visit, INS Sahyadri is scheduled to set sail from Colombo on 07 Apr
Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF) BUNGO and ETAJIMA which arrived in Sri Lanka on a goodwill visit on 01 Apr 25, departed the island on Friday [04 Apr].
The Sri Lanka Navy bade customary farewell to the departing ships at the Port of Colombo, following naval traditions. Upon leaving, the duo of ships engaged in a successful Passage Exercise (PASSEX) with SLNS Vijayabahu. The PASSEX involved training exercises in communication and tactical maneuvering, concluding with the traditional cheer ship salute.
During their stay in Colombo, crew members of the JMSDF ships took part in several programmes organized by the Sri Lanka Navy, aimed at enhancing mutual cooperation. In addition, they also explored some tourist attractions in Colombo. Further, personnel of Sri Lanka Navy had the opportunity to visit JMSDF BUNGO and ETAJIMA, gaining insights into their operational capabilities.
The Commanding Officers of JMSDF BUNGO and ETAJIMA, Commander TANAKA Koji and Commander ODA Takayuki called on Commander Western Naval Area, and Director General Operations, on 01 Apr.
The official welcoming ceremony for the Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, who arrived in Sri Lanka on Friday (April 4) night for a three-day state visit, is currently underway at Independence Square in Colombo.
INS Sahyadri arrives at Port of Colombo
JMSDF BUNGO and ETAJIMA depart island
Ceremonial reception for Indian PM Narendra Modi commences
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