Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Shanghai

25/03/2021

Shanghai International Exhibition Co.,Ltd. under the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade （CCPIT）in Shanghai paid a visit to Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Shanghai on 18 March 2021 on inviting this mission and Sri Lankan trade companies to participate at the Belt& Road Brand Expo to be held from 25-27 June 2021 in Shanghai, 1-3 October 2021 in Suzhou, and 19-21 November 2021 in Chongqing.

24/02/2021

Statement by Hon Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka High Level Segment of the 46th Session of the UN Human Rights Council 23 February 2021, Geneva.
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Statement by Hon Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka High Level Segment of the 46th Session of the UN Human Rights Council 23 February 2021, Geneva Madam President, Madam High Commissioner, Distinguished Ambassadors, Ladies and Gentlemen, As I address you today, the Office of the High Commissioner for Hum...

04/02/2021

Solemn Ceremony was held at the Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Shanghai to mark 73rd Anniversary of Independence of Sri Lanka. Shanghai, 4th February 2021.

04/02/2021

73rd Anniversary of Independence of Sri Lanka, the Message by the Hon. Foreign Minister, 4th February 2021.

Let us be committed to overcome challenges

It is a pleasure for me to be able to congratulate all in Sri Lanka and the Sri Lankans around the world, on the occasion of the 73rd anniversary of gaining independence to Sri Lanka.

We celebrate with pride, the activities of our past national heroes and war heroes for the freedom, independence and sovereignty of the country, as a great and proud nation in the world and as a nation against the social, economic and political oppression due to colonization of the country for four hundred and fifty years by the Western foreign invasions. We recall with reverence, their commitment and determination to liberate our motherland, by working unitedly as Sri Lankans without any discrimination, in liberating Sri Lanka from the Portuguese, Dutch and English. Today marks the 73rd anniversary of the independence gained on 04th February 1948, which we commemorate with great pride.

The independence we gained on 04th February 1948 and the declaration of Sri Lanka as a Republic on 22nd May 1972 have enabled us to be completely free from the British rule.

Let us also remember that today, we all pledge to make Sri Lanka’s President His Excellency Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s vision, ‘Vistas of Prosperity and Splendour’ a reality and to build a free, independent, sovereign and prosperous Sri Lanka, after seventy-three years of overcoming various challenges.

We must also keep in mind, the challenges that have arisen nationally and internationally against the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of this country. We are determined to make Sri Lanka a prosperous country, maintaining friendly relations with the nations of the world, after defeating 30 years of separatist and brutal terrorism. Meanwhile, we and the whole world are facing an unpredicted global pandemic today. We can overcome the COVID-19 pandemic that is plaguing the world as well. It is the responsibility of all of us to support the Government’s programme to defeat this pandemic, which is based on the world’s advanced technology and the local traditional experience.

With the independence we have gained, we will continue to advance as an independent, sovereign, democratic and unitary state, maintaining Sri Lanka's dignity, pride and identity while maintaining friendly cooperation with all states, prioritizing the neutral and non-aligned foreign policy.

Dinesh Gunawardena
Foreign Minister
Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka

03/02/2021

73rd Anniversary of Independence of Sri Lanka- The Message by the Hon. Prime Minister- 4th February 2021.

Independence Day message

It is with immense pride that we celebrate our 73rd Independence Day today. It is an opportunity to remind ourselves of the unfaltering spirit and commitment of our people in the fight for freedom.

Sri Lankans have stood the test of time, fighting many a battle, gallantly, in the long struggle to gain political, religious and cultural independence. Today, we are at a point in our journey where we must work collectively to ensure that the freedom we won, not once but twice, is a meaningful one for all Sri Lankans.

Despite the many challenges we faced as a nation last year, we have embarked on a journey and adopted policies that focus on the growth of the economy by giving preference to locally produced items. The ‘Vistas of Prosperity’ Manifesto has carefully studied and identified areas in each sector that need reform, to better serve Sri Lankans, not limiting, ‘working towards a better tomorrow to achieve a prosperous Sri Lanka’, to mere words, but a reality that is tangible and meaningful to all.

History tells the story of a nation and its people who have always stood resolute in battles against any local, foreign and terrorist outfits that threatened the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Sri Lanka. Our people’s dedication and patriotism to protect our beautiful motherland reflect how we, as a nation, have stood against numerous challenges and continue to do so in these trying times.
The biggest challenge the world faces today is the COVID-19 global pandemic. As we work collectively towards our shared quest to overcome these perilous times, I believe that the unfaltering Sri Lankan spirit will unite and stand strong in defeating this pandemic and emerge victorious.

In celebrating our Independence, we remember all those who have paid with life and limb to protect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of our nation, time and time again. We also take a moment today, to remember those men and women who are the frontline soldiers battling this current pandemic we are facing, giving selflessly of their skills and time to protect Sri Lanka and her people.

I express my heartfelt gratitude to all Sri Lankans for their contribution towards the success of our motherland. Happy 73rd Independence Day.

Mahinda Rajapaksa
Prime Minister
Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka

03/02/2021

Excerpts from – Vistas of Prosperity and Splendour (Page No i) posted on the occasion of 73rd Anniversary of Independence of Sri Lanka to be celebrated on the 4th February 2021.

"The other important task will be to create a progressive national economy and a pluralistic society; we have to create an environment that provides our youth and local entrepreneurs with new opportunities, gives everyone new hope and a sense of pride, where people can use their skills, talents and business acumen to be the world leaders in any field of their choice. It is only by empowering our people that we can strengthen and expand the national economy. Our responsibility is to create an enabling environment for a citizen to be prosperous and contented, leading to a happy family, and a law abiding society in Sri Lanka. All over the world, environmental degradation has brought about havoc, and parts of our country have experienced severe drought and floods, simultaneously. It is therefore our responsibility to make our country, an example of sustainable development. At a time when nobody in the world thought it would be possible to bring peace to this country, we brought peace. Similarly, we will make Sri Lanka prosperous and beautiful. I have great faith in our collective ability to do so."

01/01/2021

Wishing all our friends and partners a happy new year! May the year 2021 bring you success, happiness and peace!

Message by His Excellency the President for the year 2021.

30/12/2020

30/12/2020

Small but beautiful gathering of Sri Lankan community members in Shanghai took place today sat the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Pudong, Shanghai. We greatly appreciate Mr.Sarath Ariyapperuma and Mr. Mahinda Pradeep the organizers of the event for their support and commitment. We also appreciate all Sri Lankan community members who participated at the event for their willingness to gather as a community.

24/12/2020

23/12/2020

To all our friends and partners.