2015 – Udayanga Weeratunga

Monday February 9th, 2015in Receptions 0 Comments 0 Likes

Special farewell to Sri Lankan

Farewell reception & Reception for participants of PRODEXPO 2015
Ambassador Udayanga Weeratunga organized a special farewell reception & amp; reception for the Sri Lankan participants of the PRODEXPO 2015 exhibition which was held in 9th Feb 2015 in Moscow. 14 Sri Lankan companies especially tea companies participated this exhibition. Also Sri Lankans living in Russian Federation participated this reception. Approximately 65 people attended the event, including the Embassy staff, representatives and Sri Lankan community in Russia.
On this occasion Ambassador Udayanga Weeratunga addressing he mentioned that to popular Ceylon Tea brand in Embassy is always ready to assist any necessary help for the importing companies. In his speech, the Ambassador emphasized embassy staff’s experience and contribution toward strengthening the cooperation between Sri Lanka and Russia. During service from June 2006 to February 2015 Ambassador Weeratunga executed many activities aimed at increasing Tourism, Ceylon Tea, Military cooperation, Diplomatic relation between the two countries, including the education and training of Sri Lankan defence personnel. The Ambassador, meanwhile hoped that the good cooperation between the two countries would continue to be upgraded in the future. Also he explained the current situation in Sri Lanka and how Sri Lanka re-build the economy and the development in Sri Lanka after the new government.
The speech in return, SriLankans living in Moscow expressed him gratitude for support, assistance from Embassy. Great appreciation was expressed to the Ambassador of Sri Lanka Udayanga Weeratunga and Madam Uma Weeratunga, not only for support in embassy work but also for taking care as during their stay in Russia.
Madam Weeratunga organized special dinner with delicious Sri Lankan food and Ceylon Tea.

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Thursday February 5th, 2015in Receptions 0 Comments 0 Likes

67th Independence Day Reception

67th Independence Day Reception

On the Occasion of the 67th Independence Day, a reception was organized at the Residence of the Ambassador, His Excellency Udayanga Weeratunga on 5 February 2015. Deputy Director, 2nd Asia Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Mr. Andrey Budnik graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. In addition to the Sri Lankan community living in the Russian Federation, Ambassadors, Members of the diplomatic corps, officials, Sri Lankan and Russian business community, representatives of Chambers and Sri Lankan students studying in Moscow, Tver and Kursk were also present at the occasion.
His Excellency the Ambassador, whilst delivering the welcome speech. Further the gathering was enlightened on the progress made so far in different spheres, especially in tourism and trade, and room for further expansion was statistically explicated. The Chief Guest, Mr. Andrey Budnik congratulated His Excellency the President and the people of Sri Lanka on the occasion of the commemoration of the 67th Independence Day. Further he appreciated the government initiatives taken to uplift the social and economic development in the country.
Relations between the Russian Federation and Sri Lanka, which commenced in 1957, have always been cordial and friendly. Over the years, ties relating to trade, air transport, defense and cultural cooperation have been strengthened through bilateral agreements. The two countries have also actively moved forward promoting joint interaction in the fields of defense cooperation, bilateral trade, and tourism.
All guests were served with traditional Sri Lankan cuisine and were served with Randy Tea.

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Wednesday February 4th, 2015in Celebration 0 Comments 0 Likes

67th Independence Day Celebration

The Official ceremony of the 67th Independence Day of Sri Lanka took place at the Embassy premises on 4th February 2013. Commencing the event His Excellency Udayanga Weeratunga hoisted the National Flag of Sri Lanka and National Anthem was sung by Participants of the event. Two minutes silence was observed in honor of the war heroes who sacrificed their lives and limbs to protect and safeguard the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the motherland.
The religious ceremony commenced by offering flowers to the Samadhi Statue at the Embassy premises. Venerable Palleka Ratanasara thero were present at the religious ceremony.
Subsequent to the religious ceremony, His Excellency the Ambassador read out the Independence Day Message of His Excellency Maithripala Sirisena and was followed by the Independence Day Messages of Honourable Prime Minister and Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs by the Deputy Chief of Mission, Major General Crishantha De Sila and Mr. Samantha Pathirana-HOC.
Speaking on the occasion H.E. the Ambassador mentioned the significance of the event and highlighted the key aspects of the message of H.E. the President. He urged the Embassy to work together for the prosperity of Sri Lanka in line with the new government policy.

The celebration concluded with a special meal which had been organized by Mrs. Uma Weeratunga and the staff of the Embassy. The participants of the event enjoyed a traditional Sri Lankan meal of Milk Rice, Kokis, Weli Thalapa etc.

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Tuesday February 3rd, 2015in Uncategorized 0 Comments 20 Likes

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Monday February 2nd, 2015in Uncategorized 0 Comments 11 Likes

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01 Sri Lanka - about the country

Bee Gees

The Bee Gees were a pop music group formed in 1958. Their line-up consisted of brothers Barry, Robin and Maurice Gibb. The trio were successful for most of their decades of recording music, but they had two distinct periods of exceptional success; as a popular music act in the late 1960s and early 1970s, and as prominent performers of the disco music era in the late 1970s. The group sang recognisable three-part tight harmonies; Robin’s clear vibrato lead vocals were a hallmark of their earlier hits, while Barry’s R&B falsetto became their signature sound during the late 1970s and 1980s. They wrote all of their own hits, as well as writing and producing several major hits for other artists.

Only Elvis Presley, the Beatles, Michael Jackson, Garth Brooks and Paul McCartney have outsold the Bee Gees.

Bee Gees

Born on the Isle of Man to English parents, the Gibb brothers lived in Chorlton, Manchester, England, until the late 1950s where they formed the Rattlesnakes. The family then moved to Redcliffe, in Queensland, Australia, and then to Cribb Island. After achieving their first chart success in Australia as the Bee Gees with “Spicks and Specks” (their 12th single), they returned to the UK in January 1967 where producer Robert Stigwood began promoting them to a worldwide audience.

The Bee Gees have sold more than 220 million records worldwideMaking them one of the world’s best-selling music artists of all time. They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1997; the presenter of the award to “Britain’s first family of harmony” was Brian Wilson, historical leader of the Beach Boys, a “family act” also featuring three harmonising brothers. The Bee Gees’ Hall of fame citation says “Only Elvis Presley, the Beatles, Michael Jackson, Garth Brooks and Paul McCartney have outsold the Bee Gees.“

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Monday February 2nd, 2015in Uncategorized 0 Comments 6 Likes

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Saturday January 31st, 2015in Receptions 0 Comments 0 Likes

Why Invest in Sri Lanka

“Invest in Sri Lanka?”at a seminar held in Moscow with Mr. Asanga Seneviratne
31 January 2015

Sri Lanka Ambassador in Russian Federation Udayanga Weeratunga with Mr. Asanga Seneviratne, founder of Anilana Hotels & Properties Limited was the keynote speaker at a seminar held in Moscow at hotel the 31 January 2015. Around 100 senior business executives, government representatives, and media representatives participated at this event, providing a unique opportunity to learn about the particularities of the Sri Lanka market. The theme of the seminar was “Why Invest in Sri Lanka”.
Without any doubt, Sri Lanka and Russia are different countries with different cultures, traditions, needs, market regulations and business environment. Despite the diversities, there has always been a close connection between our country and Russian Federation. Our recent political and economic development shows that Sri Lanka is one of the potential destinations for worldwide investors. The objective of this seminar was to help Russian investors adapt to the competitive environment by relocating their investments to low-cost Sri Lanka.

At this seminar, A few investment projects were also brought to the notice by Ambassador Weeratunga. Russian Investors received complete market information about Sri Lanka and additional details about the Kankasanthurai Cement Factory and Hambantota International Port & airport

Ambassador Weeratunga further stated “There are several investment opportunities especially for infrastructure development in the north east region. Through the Board of Investment of Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka Mission in Russia is ready to provide any assistance and support. During the question and answer session, questions were raised by the participants which is clearly highlighted that the enthusiasm of Russian investors to do business with Sri Lanka.

Asanga Seneviratne Managing Director
Mr. Asanga Seneviratne is the founder of Anilana Hotels & Properties Limited, spearheading the launch of the “Anilana” brand, which he owns. He is also a Non-Executive Director of Nation Lanka Finance PLC. Mr. Seneviratne was previously a director of Taru Villas Holdings (Pvt) Limited where he was instrumental in developing the hotel chain of Taru Villas, as well as being a Director and Chief Executive Officer of Asia Capital PLC, a public quoted Company on the Colombo Stock Exchange (since 1994). Mr. Seneviratne was previously Managing Director of Asia Securities (Pvt) Ltd, and Chief Executive Officer of Asia Capital Ltd. He has also served as Chairman of the Stock Brokers Association of Sri Lanka (2005/2006), and is currently a Director of the Colombo Stock Exchange.
Mr. Seneviratne pioneered on-line trading in Sri Lanka through investor Access Asia (Pvt) Ltd with CDAX, the first on-line trading system in Sri Lanka, enabling direct access to the Colombo Stock Exchange for the first time, directly from the clients’ personal computer. He has been involved in key capital market and private investment deals that have taken place in Sri Lanka over the last 20 years, promoting many Direct Investments in Sri Lanka from large Foreign Institutions such as Credit Agricole-Indosuez W.I.Carr, Regent Fund Management, Auerbach Grayson & Company. As well as high net-worth individuals such as Dr. Sena Yaddehige and S.K. Tiog (Malaysia). He has been instrumental in promoting many investor conferences in Sri Lanka.
With more than 20 years of extensive finance and investment experience with Asia Securities and Asia Capital, together with his experience within the hospitality industry, Mr. Seneviratne is well equipped to lead the emerging Anilana Group of Companies and successfully achieve their progressive business and expansion stratergies, building a new and profitable brand which is quality driven.

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Wednesday January 28th, 2015in Receptions 0 Comments 0 Likes

Farewell reception for Ambassador

Farewell reception for Ambassador H.E Udayanga Weeratunga
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Moscow held a special farewell reception for Ambassador Weeratunga, which are leaving the Embassy after 9 years of service, in a warm atmosphere of New Year. The Ambassador of Sri Lanka H.E. Udayanga Weeratunga had a speech to thank all diplomats for their committed and diligent work for developing and strengthen relationships between Russia and Sri Lanka. The Ambassador resumed all the results of from 2006 to 2015 with a review of hard work of the Embassy. Ambassador’s Residence was put together all Embassy staff and SriLankan Airline staff, friends. In their personal speeches in return, all respected diplomats expressed their gratitude for support, assistance in Russia. Great appreciation was expressed to the Ambassador of Sri Lanka Udayanga Weeratunga and Madam Uma Weeratunga not only for support in their work. Special dinner followed then. Songs were singing at the Residence until the midnight accompanying the national Sri Lankan drums from the private collection of the Ambassador.

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Monday January 19th, 2015in Workshop 0 Comments 0 Likes

Workshop with Natalie Tours

Workshop for Natalie Tour agency’s network
Workshop for Natalie Tours agency’s network with participation of Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of DSR Sri Lanka H.E. Udayanga Weeratunga took place on 19th January, 2015 at the conference hall of Hotel. All agencies of Natalie Tours have come to that hall to meet H.E. the Ambassador, got some news about Sri Lanka, ask questions about the way of selling Sri Lanka, what recommend to their tourists and what to inform them about the country. During 1.5 hours Ambassador Weeratunga shared his experience and impressions about Sri Lanka, its culture and traditions, history and sights, as well as told some interesting stories about tourists and gave advises to the young managers. Special attention was given to visa formalities as the passport validity for tourists had been extended for 6 month. The Ambassador mentioned that Russian and Ukrainian tourists are still the most welcome guests for Sri Lankan hoteliers. All participants got Randy Tea and posters with Sri Lanka views of flora and fauna.
Workshop with Natalie Tours opens the seasonal workshop session about Sri Lanka.

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