New British envoy expresses commitment to bolstering UK-Sri Lanka relations

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British High Commissioner Andrew Patrick met with Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena at Temple Trees to discuss bilateral ties and development cooperation between Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom.

During the meeting, the High Commissioner expressed his unwavering commitment to enhancing the relationship and development cooperation between the two countries.

Prime Minister Gunawardena urged the United Kingdom to explore new investment opportunities, particularly in sectors such as education, banking and financial services, pharmaceuticals, hospitality, and tourism. He emphasized Sri Lanka's support for UK investment and encouraged the private sector's involvement in initiating investment projects.

High Commissioner Andrew Patrick expressed his satisfaction with the increasing participation of British universities and educational institutions in Sri Lanka's education sector. He also agreed to explore the potential expansion of English language teaching facilities in collaboration with the British Council.

The meeting was attended by Secretary to the Prime Minister, Anura Dissanayake, and Second Secretary of the British High Commission, Siobhan Latham.

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Peace lover Friday, 08 September 2023 06:03 PM

First and foremost help to solve the ethnic problem created by your ancestors. Both the Sinhala kingdom and the Tamil kingdom in the North and East co existed peacefully until Britain captured SL. Help to create two states in one country for lasting peace in SL please.

Nav Friday, 08 September 2023 07:07 PM

damage left behind is enough. To bloster reationship, kindly issue BN (o) Passports to subsequent generations of the plantation workers you brought to SL. If not, Release immediately monies to upgrade living conditions of the said Plantation workers

Rajapakse Family Friday, 08 September 2023 10:33 PM

Chanel 4 member !

Punchi Saturday, 09 September 2023 03:34 AM

Mere platitudes which we interpret as being of significance. In our country we interpret a girl smiling in our direction as an indication of a romantic interest. I was warned when I went to England that this was not the case with European girls

Jude Saturday, 09 September 2023 08:23 AM

Channel 4 documentary way to Go!!!

Jude Saturday, 09 September 2023 08:30 AM

You just met a guy who betrayed The working class and unionized people for last couple of decades!! He sold his soul to be part of the regime, money and perks could change one's policies and principles and this guy a classic example yeah.

Jude Saturday, 09 September 2023 08:31 AM

You just met a Perfect Scumbag, yeah!!

Jerry Saturday, 09 September 2023 01:48 PM

First bolster relations with your own people, the have nots and the needy and then do so with Scumbags.

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