Iqra Islamic Committee - IIC (Sri Lankan Muslim Communality) appreciated the services of His Excellency Sarath Dissanayake, Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Kuwait, in the eve of His Excellency’s Diplomatic Career Transition. A special event was held on Friday, January 7th 2011 at Rawda, in the Auditorium of Social Reform Society, aiming to bid farewell to His Excellency and his Family. The participation of His Excellency’s family made the event a wonderful experience and helped the event ended on a high note. 

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The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Kuwait celebrated Sri Lanka’s 64th Independence Day today at the chancery in Jabriya. The   Ambassador C A H M Wijeratne and the staff of the Embassy staff observed the event with stirring ceremony of religious observances which included Buddhist, Hindu, Muslim & Christian prayer services.

The Ceremony began with hoisting of the national flag by the Ambassador followed by singing of the National anthem by the Sri Lankan students. 2 minutes silent was observed remembering the scarifies made by the war heroes. The Independence Day messages from H.E. Mr. Mahinda Rajapaksa, the President, Hon. D.M Jayarathne the Prime Minister and Hon. Prof. G.L.Peiris , Foreign Minister were also  read.  While delivering an Independence Day message, the Ambassador stressed the importance of the unity of all communities towards development of the country.  He also valued the contribution made by the expatriate community  abroad  for the betterment of the country. The participants were served with traditional Sri Lankans foods after word.

Over a period of 2,500 years, the island was known by a variety of names – “Taprobane” by the ancient Greeks and Romans and “Serendip” by the Arab writers and sailors in olden days. However, according to the Sri Lankan historical tradition, “Lanka” was the original name of the island. It was in use for centuries until the European invasions in the 15th Century. During the British period (1815-1948), the island was popularly known as “Ceylon.” This name was used even after the country gained independence in 1948. With the adoption of the New Constitution in 1972, the traditional name “Sri Lanka” (Resplendent Island) was adopted, in keeping with the rich and varied culture of the nation. Colombo is the country’s capital and largest city.

The country is famous for the production and export of tea, coffee, coconuts, rubber, and cinnamon. The natural beauty of Sri Lanka’s tropical forests, beaches, and landscape, as well as its rich cultural heritage, make it a world famous tourist destination.

Relations between the Kuwait  and Sri Lanka, from the time immemorial  have always been cordial and friendly. Over the years, bilateral agreements relating to trade, cultural cooperation, and an investment have been concluded. We greet the people and government of Sri Lanka led by Their Excellencies, President Mahinda Rajapaksa, Prime Minister D.M. Jayaratne, House Speaker Chamal Rajapaksa, and Chief Justice, Dr. Shirani Bandaranayake, and it’s Embassy in the Kuwait, headed by H.E., Ambassador CAHM Wijeratne on the occasion of the 64th Anniversary of its independence. We wish them all the best and success in all their endeavors. CONGRATULATIONS!