June 10, Colombo (LNW): President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is set to begin a three-day official visit to Germany today (10), embarking on a key diplomatic engagement at the invitation his German counterpart, President Frank-Walter Steinmeier.
The visit marks an important step in Sri Lanka’s ongoing efforts to strengthen international partnerships and attract investment in a post-crisis recovery landscape.
During his stay, President Dissanayake is expected to engage in a series of high-level discussions with President Steinmeier, senior cabinet members of the German federal government, and influential figures across political and economic circles.
These talks are anticipated to centre on enhancing cooperation in areas such as trade, development, renewable energy, and governance reform.
A particular focus of the visit will be on revitalising bilateral trade relations and identifying avenues for fresh economic collaboration. Germany, as one of Europe’s largest economies and a long-standing development partner, is seen as a crucial ally in Sri Lanka’s bid to boost exports, modernise infrastructure, and foster sustainable economic growth.
Dissanayake is also scheduled to hold meetings with representatives from Germany’s vibrant tourism industry, including travel associations and hospitality stakeholders. The discussions aim to explore opportunities for increasing tourist flows to Sri Lanka, developing joint marketing strategies, and building resilience in the island’s tourism sector, which is gradually recovering from years of disruption.
The delegation accompanying the President includes Minister of Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath and a group of senior government officials, underscoring the importance Colombo places on this diplomatic mission.
