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.
