CIR - 290 - Dissemination of Lankakonect Mobile App Videos

 

 

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     Embassy of Sri Lanka in Lebanon & Syria's Post

 

Media Release .

The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Lebanon successfully hosted a reception to commemorate International Tea Day 2026 at the Embassy premises in Hazmieh, Beirut, under the patronage of H.E. Mr. Anura Withanage, Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Lebanon.

The event was attended by a distinguished gathering of representatives from the business community, media, social and cultural circles, and invited guests, providing an excellent platform to promote Ceylon Tea and Sri Lanka’s tea heritage in Lebanon.

In his keynote address, Ambassador Withanage highlighted the global prestige of Ceylon Tea as one of the world’s finest and most recognized beverages, emphasizing Sri Lanka’s leadership as the world’s largest exporter of orthodox black tea and the unique heritage, sustainability, and craftsmanship behind Ceylon Tea.

The Ambassador also highlighted:

* Sri Lanka’s rich tea history dating back to 1867;

* The seven distinctive tea-growing regions of Sri Lanka and their unique flavour profiles;

* Sri Lanka’s recognition as the producer of the world’s first Ozone Friendly Tea;

* The importance of the Lion Logo as a symbol of authenticity and quality for 100% Pure Ceylon Tea.

The programme included:

* A presentation on Sri Lanka’s tea industry and heritage;

* Screening of promotional videos on Ceylon Tea;

* A premium Ceylon Tea tasting session featuring teas from Sri Lanka’s seven tea-growing regions;

* Display of premium Sri Lankan tea products.

The event generated excellent engagement and provided valuable visibility for Ceylon Tea promotion in Lebanon, while strengthening awareness of Sri Lanka’s tea industry, tourism, and trade potential.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sri Lankan Ambassador Meets Lebanese Minister of Tourism to Strengthen Bilateral Tourism Cooperation

Beirut, Lebanon – 10 June 2026

The Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Lebanon, H.E. Anura Withanage, paid a courtesy call on the Minister of Tourism of the Lebanese Republic, H.E. Ms. Laura El Khazen Lahoud, at the Ministry of Tourism in Beirut. The meeting was held in a warm and cordial atmosphere and marked an important step towards enhancing tourism cooperation between Sri Lanka and Lebanon.

During the discussions, Minister Lahoud shared her vision and ongoing initiatives to further develop Lebanon's tourism sector and highlighted the important role of tourism in promoting economic growth, cultural exchange, and people-to-people connections. She emphasized the value of strengthening cooperation between Lebanon and Sri Lanka in the tourism sector for the mutual benefit of both countries.

Ambassador Withanage briefed the Minister on Sri Lanka's diverse tourism offerings and the growing interest among Lebanese travelers in visiting Sri Lanka. He highlighted Sri Lanka's unique attractions, including eco-tourism, wellness and yoga retreats, cultural and heritage sites, wildlife and nature experiences, beach holidays, adventure tourism, relaxation, and its growing popularity as a destination for weddings and honeymoons.

The Ambassador also informed the Minister of the Embassy's plans to organize a Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Event in Beirut in October 2026, bringing together travel agencies, tour operators, media representatives, members of the diplomatic corps, and key stakeholders from the hospitality industry. He cordially invited Minister Lahoud to attend the event as the Chief Guest, and she expressed her appreciation for the invitation and her interest in supporting initiatives aimed at strengthening tourism ties between the two countries.

The meeting also provided an opportunity to discuss future collaboration in promoting two-way tourism and exploring opportunities for joint promotional activities and exchanges between the tourism sectors of Sri Lanka and Lebanon.

 

 

 

As the Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Lebanon, I was honored and delighed to participate in the Vesak celebration organized by the Sri Lankan community in Lebanon