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Sri Lanka, Belarus explore new trade and tourism partnerships
Sri Lanka and Belarus moved to deepen economic ties during a Business Round Table organized by the Belarus National Export Promotion Centre. Minister of Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath, who led the Sri Lankan delegation, said the discussions focused on expanding bilateral trade, investment, and tourism cooperation. Deputy Minister of Industry Leonid Ryzhkovchits and Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Food Aleksandr Yakovchits joined the talks alongside a distinguished Belarus business delegation, including representatives of the National Tourism Agency, Belavia, and leading travel agencies. Sri Lankan entrepreneurs and professionals from the pharmaceutical, education, and tourism sectors also participated actively, exploring new export opportunities, partnerships, and joint ventures. (Newswire) 2026-05-15
Belarus and Sri Lanka Sign New Agreements to Boost Trade, Tourism and ...
The visit marks the first high-level visit to Belarus in more than a decade and signals renewed diplomatic and economic engagement between the two countries. Hon.Vijitha Herath has held high-level bilateral talks with Belarusian officials in Minsk as both countries moved to strengthen cooperation in trade, tourism, education, healthcare, and investment. The Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister met Maxim Ryzhenkov and senior officials during his official visit to Belarus. According to a government statement, the discussions resulted in the signing of an agreement and two Memoranda of Understanding aimed at expanding long-term bilateral cooperation. Following the discussions, both Foreign Ministers issued a joint statement reaffirming their commitment to strengthening cooperation across multiple sectors. Addressing a joint media briefing in Minsk, Minister Herath stated: “Sri Lanka is open to exploring new avenues for cooperation with Belarus in multifaceted sectors, with a view to further strengthening our mutually beneficial cooperation, aligning with our national priorities.” The Minister also highlighted discussions on trade, investment, tourism, education, healthcare, and aviation connectivity. “In this context, I welcome the signing of the Air Services Agreement between the Government of Sri Lanka and the Government of Belarus. Sri Lanka looks forward to materialization of regular flight operations by ‘Belavia’ to Sri Lanka,” he stated. The Minister added that improved connectivity could support tourism growth, business exchanges, and stronger people-to-people relations. Herath further noted that over 3,000 Sri Lankan students are currently studying in Belarus, particularly in the medical sector, while discussions were also held on pharmaceutical cooperation, affordable medicine supply, healthcare training, and Ayurveda collaboration. Visited 1 times, 1 visit(s) today Belarus Foreign Ministry Trade Agreements Last modified: May 14, 2026
Sri Lanka, Belarus Plan Stronger Political and Economic Engagement
Sri Lanka and Belarus have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation across a range of sectors following talks between Foreign MinisterContinue Reading The post Sri Lanka, Belarus Plan Stronger Political and Economic Engagement appeared first on Newswire.
Sri Lanka, Belarus agree to expand bilateral ties across key sectors
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath said that he held a constructive bilateral meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus, Maxim Ryzhenkov, during his official visit to Belarus. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Minister stated "We discussed strengthening Sri Lanka-Belarus relations across multiple […]
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