Ambassador Vu Thanh Huyen holds virtual courtesy call with Sri Lankan Ambassador to Ethiopia
On November 10, Ambassador of Vietnam to Tanzania with concurrent accreditation to Ethiopia Vu Thanh Huyen, held a virtual courtesy call with H.E. Ms. Nirmala Paranavitana, Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Ethiopia, Djibouti, and Somalia.
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| Serving in the East African region, Ambassador Vu Thanh Huyen and Ambassador Nirmala Paranavitana affirmed their commitment to enhancing information sharing, maintaining close coordination, and supporting each other at regional multilateral forums. (Source: Embassy of Vietnam in Tanzania) |
During the meeting, the two Ambassadors expressed their delight at the fine development of the long-standing traditional friendship between Vietnam and Sri Lanka. As the two countries look toward deepening their bilateral framework, both sides agreed to further promote concrete measures to enhance cooperation in economy, trade, and cultural diplomacy.
Serving in the East African region, the two envoys affirmed their commitment to strengthening information sharing, close coordination, and mutual support at regional multilateral forums—including the African Union (AU) and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA)—thereby actively advancing the South-South cooperation framework.
Looking forward to the upcoming International Day of Vesak in 2027, and affirming that Buddhism serves as a profound historical and spiritual bond between the two nations, Ambassador Vu Thanh Huyen emphasized that alongside the key coordination of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha, the State Committee for Overseas Vietnamese Affairs (under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam) will also play an active role in connecting, mobilizing resources, and encouraging the strong participation of overseas Vietnamese communities, Buddhist congregations, and followers worldwide in celebrating this meaningful grand event.
On this occasion, Ambassador Vu Thanh Huyen also shared about the vibrant Buddhist connection in Dar es Salaam, home to the historic temple built by the Sri Lankan community more than 100 years old.
She expressed her warm appreciation to the Most Venerable Dr. Ilukpitiye Pannasekara Thero - Chief Monk for the African Continent and Abbot of the Tanzania Buddhist Temple and Meditation Centre - who recently sent a Letter of Felicitation to the 10th National Buddhist Congress and the 45th Anniversary of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha (1981-2026) in Ho Chi Minh City, extending heartfelt wishes for unity, harmony, and peace for all beings.
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| The Most Venerable Dr. Ilukpitiye Pannasekara, Chief Sangha Nayaka of Africa and Abbot of the Tanzania Buddhist Temple and Meditation Centre, recently sent a congratulatory letter to the 10th National Buddhist Congress and the celebration of the 45th anniversary of the Vietnam Buddhist Sangha (1981–2026), held in Ho Chi Minh City. (Source: Embassy of Vietnam in Tanzania) |
For her part, Sri Lankan Ambassador Nirmala Paranavitana spoke highly of Vietnam’s extensive experience and outstanding contributions through its previous successful hosting of the UN Day of Vesak celebrations. Ambassador Paranavitana affirmed that Sri Lanka always attaches great importance to the humanitarian significance of Vesak 2027 in spreading the universal message of peace, compassion, and cultural harmony across the African continent.
On this basis, the two Ambassadors welcomed initiatives for cultural and spiritual exchange. Both sides agreed to task relevant agencies and focal points with discussing the possibility of co-organizing cultural activities and joint seminars on the occasion of Vesak 2027, contributing to promoting the rich Buddhist heritage and traditional cultures of both nations to international friends in the region.
The meeting took place in a solemn, sincere, and cordial atmosphere, opening up new and substantive avenues for cooperation between the two diplomatic missions in the time ahead.
(Source: Embassy of Vietnam in Tanzania)
