H.E. Mr. Sergey Viktorov, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Sri Lanka, paid a courtesy call to Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya on 15 December at Temple Trees.
The meeting focused on Sri Lanka’s ongoing rebuilding and rehabilitation efforts following Cyclone Ditwah. The Prime Minister outlined the government’s priorities in the recovery process, including the restoration of essential infrastructure, housing, and agricultural livelihoods. She also highlighted the support extended by international partners in facilitating these efforts.
Discussions further covered the strengthening of bilateral cooperation between Sri Lanka and Kazakhstan. Both sides explored opportunities to enhance economic engagement, with emphasis on promoting investment and increasing tourist arrivals from Kazakhstan. The potential for collaboration in the field of education, particularly through student exchange programmes and joint research initiatives, was also noted as an area of mutual interest.
Representing the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan was Mr. Rustem Jamankulov, Deputy Head of Mission. Representing Sri Lanka were Mr. Pradeep Saputhanthri, Secretary to the Prime Minister; Ms. Sagarika Bogahawatta, Additional Secretary to the Prime Minister; Ms. Chamari Rodrigo, Director General, bSoutheast & Central Asia Division; and Ms. Irosha Cooray, Director, Southeast & Central Asia Division, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism.
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