Embassy of Vietnam explores opportunities for enhanced cooperation with Sri Lanka's Northern Province
WVR - A delegation from the Embassy of Vietnam led by Ambassador Trinh Thi Tam concluded a three-day official visit to Sri Lanka’s Northern Province from 17–19 November 2025. The visit aimed to explore opportunities for collaboration between Vietnam and the Northern Province, with a focus on strengthening economic, trade, investment and tourism linkages.
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| Embassy of Vietnam explores opportunities for enhanced cooperation with the Northern Province of Sri Lanka: Ambassador Trinh Thi Tam. |
On 17 November, Ambassador Trinh Thi Tam paid a courtesy call on the Northern Province's Governor Nagalingam Vethanayahan. She also held discussions with Chief Secretary Thanuja Murugeson and senior local government representatives in key sectors including agriculture, education, health and tourism.
Ambassador Tam commended the province for its continued progress in economic recovery, social development, security, and efforts to uplift living standards despite long-standing challenges. She reiterated Viet Nam’s interest in expanding cooperation in agriculture, fisheries, livestock, tourism, trade, and investment. Strengthening provincial-level partnerships, the Ambassador noted, would enable both sides to build on their comparative advantages as bilateral relations continue to grow positively after 55 years of establishment (1970-2025).Governor Vethanayahan emphasized the strategic importance of the Northern Province as Sri Lanka’s closest gateway to Southeast Asia. Highlighting the region’s fertile land, long coastline, and abundant natural resources, he noted strong potential for agribusiness, aquaculture, livestock development, tourism, logistics and renewable energy.
Governor further outlined the province’s priorities—including industrial zones, special economic zones, and logistics infrastructure—and welcomed Vietnamese investors to explore opportunities in export-oriented agro-processing, infrastructure development, education, healthcare, and renewable energy.
Local authorities also briefed the delegation on challenges faced by the province, such as gaps in infrastructure, lack of processing facilities, and industrial capacity, especially value-added industries. They expressed hope for enhanced cooperation, technical support and skill training from Vietnam in these areas.
(Source: Embassy of Vietnam in Sri Lanka)
