On the initiative of Vladimir Smirnov, Honorary Consul of Sri Lanka in Ekaterinburg and the Sverdlovsk Region, the city hosted the Day of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, where the culture and economic potential of this pearl of the Indian Ocean were presented.

During the event, guests were welcomed with a recorded video message by Ambassador P.M. Amza, Head of Sri Lanka's diplomatic mission in the Russian Federation.
The visitors had an opportunity to taste Ceylon tea, a traditional favourite in Russia, ask questions about promising areas of trade and economic cooperation between Russia and Sri Lanka and establish business ties with local companies.