Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Russia Prof. M.D. Lamawansa receives Sri Lankan Community
On August 07, 2020 Prof. M.D. Lamawansa, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka to the Russian Federation hosted dinner for the Sri Lankan community residing in Moscow. The community was represented by well-established businessmen and professionals in different areas.
Addressing the gathering Ambassador M.D. Lamawansa spoke about the longstanding friendly relations established between Russia and Sri Lanka over the decades for which the contribution made by the Sri Lankan Community living in Russia. The Ambassador shared the plans for future and expressed his readiness to work closely with the Sri Lankan community in matters related to culture and trade.
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Mahinda Rajapaksa sworn in as Prime Minister
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).
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Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Russia Prof. M.D. Lamawansa presents copies of credentials to Deputy Foreign Minister, Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
On August 06, 2020, the Ambassador-Designate of Sri Lanka to Russia, Prof. M.D. Lamawansa presented the copy of his credentials to H.E. Igor V. Morgulov, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Russian MFA, and officially assumed duties of Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka to the Russian Federation. The discussion with the Deputy Foreign Minister which followed handing over credential papers was extremely productive.
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