August 10, Colombo (LNW): President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is set to undertake two important overseas visits next month, reflecting Sri Lanka’s renewed diplomatic outreach and efforts to strengthen international partnerships.
The President will first travel to the United States to participate in the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, before proceeding to Japan for a state visit and participation in a global expo.
According to Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath, the President is scheduled to depart for New York on September 23. During his visit, he is expected to deliver his inaugural address to the UN General Assembly on September 24, where he will outline his administration’s overarching policy framework—including key stances on foreign affairs, climate cooperation, and sustainable development.
In addition to his speech, President Dissanayake will engage in a series of bilateral meetings with heads of state and senior officials from various countries, aimed at fostering new avenues of cooperation.
Following his engagements in the United States, the President will travel to Osaka, Japan, on September 27 to attend Expo 2025. During the event, Sri Lanka will host a special segment titled “Sri Lanka Day,” intended to highlight the island’s rich cultural heritage, vibrant tourism sector, and diverse trade and investment potential.
The occasion will serve as a platform to promote Sri Lanka’s economic priorities and showcase the country’s attractiveness as a regional hub.
President Dissanayake’s official state visit to Japan will commence on September 28, following an invitation extended by Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. The visit is expected to include high-level discussions focused on economic cooperation, regional security, and technological collaboration, as well as renewed commitments in development assistance and infrastructure partnerships.
