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Ambassador of Switzerland to Sri Lanka and the Maldives, 🇨🇭Federal Department of Foreign Affairs @eda_dfae / @swissMFA

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Ambassador Siri Walt
2 years
For weeks the Sri Lankans have been peacefully demonstrating because they are desperate and suffering. To avoid an escalation the causes have to be seriously and credibly addressed now. It‘s hard to see how a state of emergency could help in any way.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
2 years
Entire Swiss🇨🇭Embassy lawn transformed into a vegetable garden by the staff with great support of renowned🇨🇭company @A_Baur_Co . In times of suffering and on our National Day we want to set an example, show solidarity and will donate our garden produce to some of the poorest.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
2 years
Follow developments at Galle Face with deep concern. The right to peacefully demonstrate and express opinions remains important. We urge for restraint and full access of medical services. Sri Lanka needs mutual respect and cooperation to get on.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
1 year
Standing on Sigiriya early morning alone (!) with my wife will always be an unforgettable experience. Wonderful amazing Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 !
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Ancient City of Sigiriya, Sri Lanka
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
#EasterAttacksLK :The🇨🇭Embassy stands in solidarity with 🇱🇰: extending our condolences, condemning the attacks & calling upon everyone to exercise restrain and be united. 🇨🇭will continue to support #LKA in its journey towards reconciliation and peace. @MFA_SriLanka
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
Safely arrived in Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 and very much looking forward to meet its people and my embassy colleagues. But first 14 days in quarantine, home office allowing for first exchanges and interaction. It’s good to be here!
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Ambassador Siri Walt
6 years
Congratulations Sri Lanka for being ranked top destination to visit in 2019 by @lonelyplanet and congratulations to @swissairlines and @FlyEdelweissAir for the new direct flight Zurich-Colombo, starting November 3!
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Ambassador Siri Walt
1 year
We commemorate all lives lost during #BlackJuly 40 years ago. The right to peacefully remember is essential to deal with the past & build a harmonious future. Switzerland will continue to support truth, justice & reconciliation for all Sri Lankans.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
Sri Lanka your elephants🐘🐘🐘 (and wildlife in general) are a treasure deserving utmost protection. Like the one paying us a surprise visit during breakfast time for a drink at our hotel in Yala.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
Official Statement of the Swiss Embassy in Sri Lanka #LKA @MFA_SriLanka @SwissMFA
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Ambassador Siri Walt
3 years
Arrived this morning in Colombo: Swiss🇨🇭Humanitarian Assistance to Sri Lanka🇱🇰. An expression of solidarity and friendship towards the people of Sri Lanka in their fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. @SwissHumAidUnit @MoH_SriLanka
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Ambassador Siri Walt
2 years
We condemn the violent attacks on peaceful protesters and urge the Government to hold the perpetrators of violence to account. Furthermore we appeal for calm and the continuation of the democratic and non-violent process to ensure the resolution of this crisis + safety for all.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
2 years
Law and order: Yes. But also freedom of expression and exercise of democratic rights. Switzerland🇨🇭is concerned about the use of the PTA during recent arrests and urges the Sri Lankan 🇱🇰 government to comply with its international commitments before the UNHRC September sessions.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
1 year
Happy to have arrived in Colombo as new 🇨🇭ambassador designate to Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 and the Maldives🇲🇻. Thank you my wonderful team for the warm welcome!
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
“When books are burned, in the end people will also be burned” (Heinrich Heine). It was 38 years ago when the Jaffna library turned into ashes in an attack during the civil war. #NeverAgain #Reconciliation #Remembrance @MFA_SriLanka @garikaalan
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Ambassador Siri Walt
2 years
On today‘s International Day of Democracy Switzerland🇨🇭would like to acknowledge those who stand for democratic rights in Sri Lanka and around the world. Statement of Swasthika Arulingam, human rights lawyer
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Ambassador Siri Walt
1 year
Today I am bidding farewell to Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 and its wonderful people. It was an honour and pleasure to represent Switzerland🇨🇭, many thanks to all who supported me. This account will be taken over by my successor Siri Walt @SwissMFAafrica to whom I wish all the best.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
10 months
🇨🇭is deeply concerned about the death of a youth after he was in police custody. Any case of alleged custodial mistreatment should be impartially investigated by the 🇱🇰 authorities.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
🇨🇭 @travel_edadfae no longer advises to avoid unnecessary travel to #LKA , while stressing that travelers should maintain a high level of personal security during their stay in the country. @MFA_SriLanka #Sltourism
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Ambassador Siri Walt
2 years
Thanks to the fantastic Sri Lankan 🇱🇰 climate the Swiss🇨🇭Embassy could for a first time donate produce only three week after the inauguration of its vegetable garden. Starting with the Elders Home run by the Lankamaraya Temple in Borella. More 🥬🌶🍠🫑will follow!
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Ambassador Siri Walt
10 months
The new Management Team of the Swiss Embassy in 🇱🇰. We are working on economic relations, peace, human rights and migration to further strengthen our ties of friendship. 🇨🇭🤝🇱🇰
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
🇨🇭🇨🇭🇨🇭2020 is special & in many places, including #LKA and #Maldives , it will not be possible to gather as usual for #SwissNationalDay . But we will still celebrate this 1st of August, be it in smaller circles or online: be part of it. More in this video⤵️
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Ambassador Siri Walt
3 years
From Switzerland 🇨🇭congratulations and best wishes to all Sri Lankans around the world on this 74th Independence Day of Sri Lanka🇱🇰
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Ambassador Siri Walt
3 years
Groundbreaking ceremony in Badalgama for the extension of renowned Swiss🇨🇭manufacturer VARIOSYSTEMS. I am proud of this investment in difficult times, adding up to 800 to the already existing 1200 jobs. Creating added value and exports benefitting Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 and its people!
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
Don’t miss it! #ColomboSwissHouse : Enjoy a unique 🇨🇭dining experience with traditional dishes such as raclette or fondue in a cosy tipical atmosphere, complemented by selected Swiss wines. For a limited time only in the ♥️ of #Colombo . For reservations: +94 112 711 711 ext 1606
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Ambassador Siri Walt
3 years
Joining #Maldives President Solih @ibusolih in condemning the attack on parliament speaker @MohamedNasheed . Wishing Speaker Nasheed a swift recovery, condemning this heinous attack as well as all forms of terror and violence in this world.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
3 years
The news of the passing of Mangala Samaraweera fills us with great sadness. During these difficult times, we like to extend our condolences to his family and the Sri Lankan people. We will always remember him as an inspirational leader, great patriot and true partner.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
1 year
Today, we remember all those who lost their lives or disappeared during the armed conflict. Switzerland🇨🇭supports reconciliation, peace in both diversity and unity and stability in Sri Lanka 🇱🇰
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
Elephant parade at Main Station Zurich/Switzerland 🇨🇭We love these beautiful and impressive creatures evoking emotions and respect. Can‘t wait to meet them in Sri Lanka‘s national parks!
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
I tweeted this one year ago, on this day.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
“When books are burned, in the end people will also be burned” (Heinrich Heine). It was 38 years ago when the Jaffna library turned into ashes in an attack during the civil war. #NeverAgain #Reconciliation #Remembrance @MFA_SriLanka @garikaalan
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Ambassador Siri Walt
3 years
Today marks 12 years since the end of the civil war. Remembering is a basic right for all Sri Lankans and plays a critical role for lasting peace. All sides are called upon to promote and strengthen peace, stability and the unity of the country.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
2 years
Congratulations to @Nestle Lanka Rs.2bn capacity expansion of Nestomalt and Milo. Important investment of a🇨🇭global player and the world's largest food and beverage company. Shows Nestlé is believing in Sri Lanka🇱🇰 and continuing to create long-term value for country and people.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
Ready for the big trip to Colombo. Looking forward to working together in partnership to promote Swiss-Sri Lankan 🇨🇭🇱🇰 relations. And to discovering an incredibly beautiful island with so many natural, cultural and historical riches.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
On this national mourning day the 🇨🇭flag is on half mast at the Embassy & Residence. We observed a 3 minutes of silence in remembrance of all those who lost their lives last Sunday. @MFA_SriLanka
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Ambassador Siri Walt
6 years
Yesterday, H.E. President Maithripala Sirisena briefed the diplomatic community on the recent developments in #lka . I reiterated our call to uphold the constitution, freedom of media and to rapidly reinstall the normal functioning of the democratic institutions.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
Great honour and pleasure to present my credentials to H.E. Gotabaya Rajapaksa, President of Sri Lanka, this morning. I am looking forward to cooperating with all our partners and thus furthering bilateral 🇱🇰🇨🇭relations.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
3 years
Great honour to ceremonially handover the recent Swiss 🇨🇭 COVID 19 relief package to H.E. Prime Minister Mahinda @PresRajapaksa today bringing 🇨🇭support to Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 to over LKR 1 billion so far. Overcoming the pandemic with cooperation @WHOSriLanka @MoH_SriLanka @SwissMFA
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
Thank you Speaker @MohamedNasheed , Representatives of the Governement of the #Maldives , of the diplomatic and the 🇨🇭community in 🇲🇻for joining Hon. General Consul Ali Nordeen and myself #tonight to celebrate the #SwissNationalDay & the opening of our Consulate General in Male!
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
Great exchange with ⁦ @RajapaksaNamal ⁩ , Minister for Youth and Sports, on our common passion sport and its potential for reconciliation and bringing together separated communities. Thanks also for his insights in view of my visit to the South later this week!
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
As @SwissAmbLKA to #SriLanka and the #Maldives , I tweet on 🇨🇭and its foreign policy as well as on relevant topics of our bilateral relations with 🇱🇰 and 🇲🇻. For more on #Switzerland foreign policy, also follow @SwissMFA .
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Ambassador Siri Walt
11 months
It was a great honour to present my credentials to HE @RW_UNP 🇨🇭🤝🇱🇰
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President's Media Division of Sri Lanka - PMD
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The Ambassador of 🇨🇭 Dr. Siri Walt, the Ambassador of the 🇪🇺 Carmen Moreno, and the Ambassador of 🇮🇷 Dr. Alireza Delkhosh presenting their credentials to President @RW_UNP . (2/2) #DiplomacyLK @MFA_SriLanka @SwissAmbLKA @EU_in_Sri_Lanka @IRANinSriLanka #LKA #PMD
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
Congratulations & best wishes to the Government & All The People of Sri Lanka on this 72nd Independence Day. @MFA_SriLanka #LKA72
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
#EasterAttackSL : declaration of the #SwissPresident on today’s tragic events in #LKA “In the name of the 🇨🇭Federal Council, I strongly condemn the outrageous attacks on the religious celebrations in Colombo. My heartfelt sympathy to the victim’s relatives & the Authorities”
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
Very thankful to H.E. @abdulla_shahid , Foreign Minister of the #Maldives , for the “virtual” farewell call we had earlier today. The opening of a 🇨🇭 Hon. General Consulate in Malé last year is only one of the positive recent developments in our excellent relations. 🇨🇭🤝🇲🇻
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Ambassador Siri Walt
3 years
Welcome back to Colombo @swissairlines and @Edelweiss_Air ! We are happy and proud that there is again a direct connection between Switzerland🇨🇭 and Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 since today. Congratulations, best wishes, hope to be on board soon!
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Ambassador Siri Walt
2 years
At the 51st session of the UNHRC Switzerland🇨🇭emphasises reconciliation+accountability.🇨🇭is concerned about the use of PTA and arrest of peaceful protesters. It further calls on Gov. of Sri Lanka to guarantee a safe return of those who are expressing their voices in Geneva.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
🇨🇭/ 🇱🇰 company #Variosystems just gifted the first 2🇨🇭 @HamiltonMedical portable ventilators in #LKA to the Government of Sri Lanka. Many components of these important machines in the fight against #COVID19 are produced by Variosystems in Bandalgama. @GotabayaR @MFA_SriLanka
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
#FlyingHome : the last (for now) ✈️ to Zurich departed from Colombo this morning. A big thank to @flyedelweiss for their effort. I hope that all those who wanted to return to 🇨🇭could do so. The Embassy will continue to do its best effort for our compatriots remaining in #LKA .
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Ambassador Siri Walt
1 year
Great pleasure to meet Maldivian 🇲🇻Foreign Affairs Minister @abdulla_shahid to discuss bilateral cooperation and opening of Swiss🇨🇭visa desk at VFS in Malé. 🇨🇭will also provide visa services for Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxemburg, Poland, Slovenia and Liechtenstein @MoFAmv
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
Diplomacy in times of #coronavirus : European Ambassadors had a fruitful exchange with the Chairman of the #LKA Presidential Task Force @basil_rajapaksa on situation, measures & needs. More than ever, intl. cooperation is paramount! @MFA_SriLanka
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
An honor to attend to the 🇲🇻Independence Day Ceremonies and to convey the sincere greetings of the 🇨🇭Federal Council to H E @ibusolih , the Government and the people of the #Maldives , as they celebrate the 54th anniversary of independence.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
6 years
As Ambassador of #Switzerland to #SriLanka I am glad to share this new social media channel and I invite those interested in 🇨🇭Foreign policy and in the relations between 🇨🇭and 🇱🇰 to follow @SwissAmbLKA and @SwissMFA
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Ambassador Siri Walt
3 years
Looking forward to arrival of Swiss 🇨🇭relief flight to Sri Lanka 🇱🇰on Tuesday morning. Swiss Foreign Minister @ignaziocassis stressing need for international cooperation. Friends are helping each other in need! @MoH_SriLanka @MFA_SriLanka @EDA_DFAE
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Ignazio Cassis
3 years
Our third relief flight ✈️ to South Asia will bring antigen tests, respirators & oxygen concentrators to #SriLanka 🇱🇰 We can only end this pandemic together - international support is essential 🤝 #COVID19 #APlusForHumanity
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
Happy and proud to launch joint US🇺🇸 Swiss🇨🇭partnership for Safe and Resilient Labour Migration #SRMW #SLMP with my colleague Ambassador Alaina Teplitz @USAmbSLM . Increasing skills and counselling Sri Lankan Migrant Workers of all genders #SriLankaMigration . We support 🇱🇰people!
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
From the Swiss Embassy: Happy 55th #IndependenceDay to the people and government of the Maldives!
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
Very stimulating visit in the North allowing for intensive exchanges with a broad spectrum of civil society from North and East, political parties, the clergy and Security Forces. Inclusivity and and taking into account different views are key to the Swiss🇨🇭engagement.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
Always a privilege to meet with the Hon. Speaker of Parliament @KaruOnline . His courageous stance to defend the democratic institutions is a genuine example for all those committed to build a peaceful and successful #LKA . @MFA_SriLanka @ParliamentLK
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
Thankful to H.E. Malcom Cardinal Ranjith for his invitation to the laying of the foundational stone #today at St. Anthony’s Church. One month after the #EasterAttackSL , a moment to pray for the victims but also for peace, respect & harmony among all people in #LKA @MFA_SriLanka
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Ambassador Siri Walt
2 years
Many thanks to Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP for an interesting discussion on current political and economic challenges in Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 and ways Switzerland🇨🇭 can support the country and its people.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
The Delegation of the 🇪🇺 in #LKA , in agreement with the Embassies and High Commissions of the 🇫🇷 🇩🇪 🇮🇹 🇳🇱 🇷🇴 🇬🇧 🇳🇴 🇨🇭🇨🇦 and 🇦🇺 just issued a joint statement calling on the Sri Lankan Governement to maintain its moratorium on the death penalty. @MFA_SriLanka
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Ambassador Siri Walt
2 years
Today we remember all those who lost their lives or disappeared during the armed conflict. Switzerland 🇨🇭supports the right to know, justice, reparations and memorialization. #Vellamullivaikkal #gotagogama
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
Thanks to my Dear colleague H.E. the High Comissioner of 🇲🇻in 🇱🇰 @OmarARazak for today’s fruitful discussion on the excellent Swiss-Maldivian relations and multilateral cooperation .
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
Happy to enjoy again the beauty of the #LKA sunsets. This was yesterday at Galle Face.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
On behalf of the 🇨🇭Embassy to 🇱🇰&🇲🇻, wish to congratulate our new Hon. Consul General to the #Maldives Mr. Ali Nooradeen. Thank you Excellency @abdulla_shahid and apologies for not being able to attend, due to the tragic events in #LKA @SwissMFA @MDVForeign
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Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇲🇻
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Minister Shahid presents exequatur to Mr.Ali Nooradeen, newly appointed Honorary Consul General of #Switzerland to Maldives. Minister Shahid congratulated Mr.Nooradeen and emphasised on the important role of Honorary Consuls in fostering bilateral ties between the two countries.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
🇨🇭🤝🇱🇰 #UnitedAgainstCoronavirus : we are proud to work with our long-standing CSO-partners in Kurunegala (CHRCD), Ampara (SWOAD) & Batticaloa (ESCO) to distribute essentials to the most needed, in particular #MigrantWorkers & their families. @MFA_SriLanka @GotabayaR #LKA
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Ambassador Siri Walt
9 months
Joint visit to the Northern Province with the Ambassador of Japan and the High Commissioner of South Africa. We had productive discussions with various stakeholders about issues in the North, in particular with regards to reconciliation.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
3 years
Swiss🇨🇭 researcher Sonia Seneviratne who is also Sri Lankan 🇱🇰 is considered one of the world's most influential climate scientists. Learn more about the expertise she is providing in furthering the fight against climate change @SISeneviratne
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
Congratulations to Sri Lanka on its 73rd Independence Day and best wishes for a peaceful and prosperous future! Switzerland 🇨🇭is looking forward to working with Sri Lanka 🇱🇰to meet the many challenges at both domestic and global level. @MFA_SriLanka #IndependenceDay
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
Many thanks to Sajith Premadasa, Leader of SJB, and his colleagues Harsha de Silva MP and Eran Wickramaratne MP, for an intensive talk on central political issues, bilateral relations ... and cricket! You helped me to further understand the realities of my guest country 🇱🇰
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
Sincere congratulations to the people of the #Maldives on this important election days. Holding free, transparent and peaceful elections can only strengthen our democratic societies. @ElectionsMv
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Ambassador Siri Walt
6 years
“Our respect to the institutions of #LKA , their representatives and civil society”. The 🇨🇭Embassy in 🇱🇰issues #Today the following statement:
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Ambassador Siri Walt
3 years
It was an honour to present my credentials to H.E. Ibrahim Mohamed Solih , President of the Republic of Maldives. I am looking forward to furthering the excellent relations between Switzerland🇨🇭and the Maldives 🇲🇻. @presidencymv @MoFAmv @EDA_DFAE
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Ambassador Siri Walt
3 years
Thank you your Excellency and best wishes for your important work as President of the 76th UNGA in New York. I will do my best to further our already excellent bilateral relations.
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Abdulla Shahid
3 years
Warm congratulations to the new Ambassador of #Switzerland to Maldives H.E. Dr. Dominik Furgler, on presenting his credentials to President @ibusolih I am confident that the close relations between 🇲🇻-🇨🇭will continue to flourish during his tenure. @swissMFA @SwissAmbLKA
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
#Ella #LKA , enjoyable even on rainy days
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
A great privilege to have @thuryabeat , 1st all female 🇱🇰 drum ensemble as special guests performing at the #SwissNationalDay celebration in #Colombo #LKA
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Ambassador Siri Walt
11 months
Today we brought some vegetables from our embassy garden to the Home for the Elders Borella at Lankarame Temple.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
6 years
#OnThisDay I had the privilege to welcome the @FlyEdelweissAir inaugural flight landed on schedule at #Colombo airport. Here a quote from my address: “The Pearl of the Indian Ocean has a new jewel: it’s a flower and a symbol for #Switzerland , it is #Edelweiss
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
#unitedagainstcovid19 : together with the 🇨🇭Busness Circle, the Embassy donates LKR 4,5 M to @sarvodayalanka for CSO support to the most vulnerable in #LKA . Up to now 🇨🇭public support to 🇱🇰amounts to LKR 24 M, while 🇨🇭companies generously contribute. Media release ⬇️ @MFA_SriLanka
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Ambassador Siri Walt
6 years
Had the honor to be received #today by H.W. @Rosy_Senanayake , Mayor of #Colombo for a courtesy call. We discussed different issues of common interest and possible fields of cooperation.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
6 years
Honored to present this morning my credentials to H.E. President @MaithripalaS . As Ambassador of 🇨🇭to 🇱🇰, I am happy to contribute to the further development of the excellent relations between #Switzerland and #SriLanka ! @MFA_SriLanka
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Ambassador Siri Walt
6 years
Statement by the Embassy of Switzerland in Sri Lanka: “The Embassy of #Switzerland is closely following the recent events in #lka and in particular the announcement to prorogue @ParliamentLK . It calls on all parties to act in accordance with the Constitution, [...]
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
The Swiss 🇨🇭Embassy is happy to support @sarvodayalanka in providing the most needy with parcels containing the most basic necessities for their daily needs. Our privileged position obliges us to solidarity in such hard times.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
Contrasting worlds on the first day of my visit to the South: sacred and highly spiritual Kataragama, a beacon of peace and tolerance, and the Port of Hambantota. Enriching encounters for soul and mind, great hospitality and friendliness. Sincere thanks to all our hosts.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
10 months
Meet Farah Rumy, the first Sri Lankan born Swiss politician in the Swiss National Council.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
Thank you Hon. Minister @abdulla_shahid for receiving me at the @MDVForeign 🇲🇻today. It was an honor to personally convey the greetings of the 🇨🇭government on the eve of the national day of the Republic of the Maldives. @SwissMFA
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Abdulla Shahid
5 years
Pleasure to meet Ambassador of #Switzerland HE Hanspeter Mock today. Looking forward to strengthen the close relationship between Maldives and Switzerland as we celebrate 38yrs of diplomatic relations. 🇲🇻🇨🇭 @SwissAmbLKA @SwissMFA
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
Continuing my discussions with political actors to better understand Sri Lankan challenges and aspirations and further 🇱🇰🇨🇭partnership. Many thanks to @MASumanthiran MP Tamil National Alliance for a very interesting exchange.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
2 years
Sustainable transport 2: Ready for a sustainable take off! Soon, SWISS will be flying with kerosene made from sunlight produced by Synhelion. See more:
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Ambassador Siri Walt
2 years
Inauguration of NVQ Level Optometry Courses of Wickramarachchi Opticians together with @GIZ and AHK Sri Lanka. Switzerland 🇨🇭 is happy to partner and provide support. Vocational training is the core of the Swiss economic success. It can be the same in Sri Lanka - let's do it!
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
“Cycles of violence can only be stopped if the government ensures that perpetrators can no longer enjoy impunity”. Read the Official Declaration of the @SwissMFA 10 years on from civil war in #LKA @MFA_SriLanka :⤵️
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
Found this cute animal in my garden this morning... now it’s clear:August 1st is approaching... #SwissNationalDay
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
The pleasure to inaugurate #today the new premises of the 🇨🇭Embassy in #LKA . After an important renovation, the whole Embassy team is finally reunited in a single location. A big thank you to the architects, the contractor and their staff!
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Ambassador Siri Walt
2 years
This week I had the enormous pleasure to sign with SLEDB Chairman Suresh D. de Mel an MoU on a Swiss🇨🇭market study promoting trade relations and 🇱🇰 exports to 🇨🇭and the European Economic Area. Cooperation and support in difficult times in the spirit of bilateral friendship.
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
On behalf of the Embassy of Switzerland and all its staff members : Happy #Vesak2019 ! May the teaching of the Lord #Buddha inspire 🇱🇰in its journey towards lasting peace & harmony among ALL Sri Lankans. #VesakDay #LKA
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Ambassador Siri Walt
6 years
Admitted, this post can be seen as a propaganda exercise for #Switzerland . But it doesn’t come from 🇨🇭. Published in ⁦ @Forbes ⁩ ➡️ Switzerland Is A Great Economic Success. Why Don't More Countries Follow Its Example?
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Ambassador Siri Walt
4 years
Mirissa Central College - what a joy to visit the biggest Sri Lankan 🇱🇰school rebuilt after the Tsunami by SDC, the Swiss 🇨🇭Development Cooperation. Happy and motivated pupils and teachers, witnesses of our friendship!
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
Joint statement by the @EU_in_Sri_Lanka , @GermanyinSL @UKinSriLanka , the Embassies of 🇨🇭the 🇳🇱 , and 🇮🇹 : “The promotion of Lieutenant-General Silva to the post of Army Commander calls into question #LKA commitment to the @UNHumanRights to ensure justice & accountability”.⤵️
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Ambassador Siri Walt
5 years
Beautiful #SwissNationalDay celebration yesterday with the #SwissCircle of #LKA and the 🇨🇭community. Thank you to the almost 100 friends who joined us and to the team of the hotel Mount Lavinia for another perfect organisation!
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Ambassador Siri Walt
3 years
Let's celebrate International Translation Day! As Switzerland 🇨🇭 has 4 official languages, translation is like a second nature. However, learning each other's language is even more important. A bare necessity for communicating and living together. A sign of mutual respect.
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