By: Staff Writer
September 29, Colombo (LNW): The Co-Prince of Andorra and President of France, Emmanuel Macron, commended the strong relationship between Sri Lanka and Andorra during a diplomatic ceremony.
Ambassador Manisha Gunasekera of Sri Lanka presented her Letters of Credence to the Co-Prince at the Elysee Palace, marking a significant moment in the ongoing bilateral relationship.
After the formal presentation, Ambassador Gunasekera had a brief but meaningful discussion with Co-Prince Macron, conveying warm regards and best wishes from the President of Sri Lanka. She also highlighted the dynamic nature of Sri Lanka-Andorra bilateral relations and cooperation in various multilateral platforms.
In response, Co-Prince Macron extended his heartfelt greetings to the Sri Lankan President, government, and citizens, expressing his eagerness to strengthen ties between Sri Lanka and France across multiple sectors.
In his speech to the assembled ambassadors, Co-Prince Macron emphasized his role as the guardian of a rich tradition connecting France and the Principality of Andorra.
He praised the political, economic, and cultural cooperation that countries like Sri Lanka have cultivated with Andorra, while also noting Andorra’s growing partnership with the European Union. Andorra’s Foreign Minister, Imma Tor Faus, attended the ceremony alongside Macron.
Earlier, on March 15, 2024, Ambassador Gunasekera had presented her Letters of Credence to the other Co-Prince of Andorra, His Eminence Joan-Enric Vives i Sicília, the Bishop of Urgell, at the Episcopal Palace in La Seu d’Urgell.
During her visit, she met with Andorran Foreign Minister Imma Tor Faus to discuss bilateral relations and common interests. The Ambassador also attended a reception hosted by Vicenç Mateu Zamora, President of the Andorran Parliament, to celebrate Andorra’s Constitution Day, where she exchanged greetings with the Prime Minister, Xavier Espot Zamora.
Andorra, a unique diarchy, is co-governed by the Bishop of Urgell and the President of France. Ambassador Gunasekera currently serves as Sri Lanka’s resident Ambassador to France, with concurrent accreditation to the Principality of Andorra.
