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Gomel State Medical University Belarus strengthens bonds with their partner universities in Sri Lanka
Prof. Igor Stoma graduated from Belarusian State Medical University, Faculty of General Medicine, where he began his Ph.D. program in 2013. At the time, he was working as Assistant Professor and eventually became an Associate Professor in the Department of Infectious Diseases and visited Sri Lanka last week to strengthen bonds with their partner universities in Sri Lanka.
With the advancement of technology and fast developing ICT landscape many traditional ‘jobs’ are disappearing, but the demand for the medical profession will not reduce and have increased after the COVID-19 pandemic, said Rector (chancellor) Gomel State Medical University Belarus Prof. Igor Stoma who visited Sri Lanka.
He said that he came to Sri Lanka to strengthen bonds with their partner universities in Sri Lanka and to support them. The Rector (Chancellor) and vice-rector visited the University of Peradeniya and Wickramarachchi University of Gampaha during their stay in Sri Lanka.
“We hope to conduct meetings via zoom and other communication methods to look at academic staff exchange programs as well,” he said.
“As the medical profession is evolving, we need to exchange ideas. So I signed two MoUs with Peradeniya and Gampaha Wickramarachchi University mainly to share advancements of the medical profession and new technology and education methods with them,” he said.
REC Campus High Level Road, Nugegoda which has directed most of the students to Gomel State Medical University during the past 20 years, and hundreds of Sri Lankan students have now qualified as doctors. “We have around 4,000 students studying in our university from nearly 30 countries and it’s praiseworthy to note that over 200 are from Sri Lanka.”
“We expect to graduate more than 30 Doctors of Medicine Degree (MD) students from Sri Lanka in the next batch and this number is the highest rate among foreign students,” he added.
“Studying in Belarus should be the best choice for both domestic and International students. This is due to the standard and quality of the Education system in Belarus which is of a very high standard, hence every year students from all over the world troop into Belarus for studies in their respective courses of choice,” he noted.
Belarus is among the top ten safest countries in the world and most importantly the entire education is done in English. Today, Gomel State Medical University employs over 600 highly qualified professors and assistant professors.
Gomel State Medical University was founded in 1990 as per a resolution of the Council of Ministers and Order of the Minister of Health and today is recognized by the World Health Organization, ECFMG(USA), GMC(UK), AMC (Australia), SLMC (Sri Lanka), India, China, and EU/EEA.
The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) proudly facilitated the first-ever Sri Lankan delegation’s participation at Drupa 2024, the world’s largest trade fair for the printing industry and technology. Held after an eight-year hiatus, Drupa 2024 was a landmark event, marking significant advancements and opportunities in the global printing industry.
AHK Sri Lanka played a pivotal role in organising and supporting the delegation, which comprised 17 members from the Sri Lanka Association for Printers (SLAP), representing eight companies from the commercial, newspaper, stationery printing, and packaging industries. This pioneering effort by AHK Sri Lanka not only showcased the diverse capabilities of Sri Lanka’s printing sector but also facilitated vital bilateral discussions with key stakeholders from the German printing industry.
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Unveiling Ayugiri: Browns Hotels & Resorts sets the stage for a new era in luxury Ayurveda Wellness
In a captivating reimagining of luxury wellness tourism, Browns Hotels & Resorts proudly unveiled the exquisite Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya. This momentous occasion, celebrated amidst a vibrant and serene grand opening on the 6th of June, heralds a new chapter in the Ayurveda wellness tourism landscape in Sri Lanka. Nestled amidst 54 acres of unspoiled natural splendour, Ayugiri features 22 exclusive suites and stands out as the only luxury Ayurveda wellness resort in the country offering plunge pools in every room, rendering it truly one-of-a-kind.
The grand opening of Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort was an enchanting event, where guests were captivated by the melodies of flutists and violinists resonating through Sigiriya’s lush landscapes. As traditional drummers and dancers infused the air with vibrant energy, Browns Hotels & Resorts’ CEO, Eksath Wijeratne, Kotaro Katsuki, Acting Ambassador for the Embassy of Japan and General Manager, Buwaneka Bandara, unveiled the resort’s new logo, marking a significant moment witnessed by distinguished guests from the French Embassy, Ayurveda and wellness enthusiasts along with officials from the Sigiriya area, LOLC Holdings and Browns Group.
“Our strategic expansion into wellness tourism with Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya symbolises a significant milestone for Browns Hotels & Resorts. Wellness tourism has consistently outperformed the overall tourism industry for over a decade, reflecting a growing global interest in travel that goes beyond leisure to offer rejuvenation and holistic well-being. By integrating the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda with modern luxury, we aim to set a new standard in luxury wellness tourism in Sri Lanka. Whether your goal is prevention, healing, or a deeper connection to inner harmony, Ayugiri offers a sanctuary for holistic well-being” stated Eksath Wijeratne.
Ayugiri encapsulates the essence of life, inspired by the lotus flower held by the graceful queens of the infamous Sigiriya frescoes. Just as the lotus emerges from the murky depths, untainted and serene,
Ayugiri invites guests on a journey of purity and rejuvenation, harmonised with a balance of mind, body and spirit, the essence of nature, echoes of culture and the wisdom of ancient Ayurvedic healing.
HNB General Insurance, one of Sri Lanka’s leading general insurance providers, has been honored as the Best General Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2024 by the prestigious Global Banking and Finance Review – UK.
The esteemed accolade underscores HNB General Insurance’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its outstanding performance in the field of bancassurance. Through dedication and hard work, the HNB General Insurance team has continuously endeavored to deliver innovative insurance solutions, cultivate strong relationships with banking partners, and provide unparalleled service to customers nationwide. This recognition is a testament to the team’s dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence in the bancassurance business.
“We are honored to receive this prestigious award, which reflects our team’s tireless efforts and dedication to delivering value-added insurance solutions and exceptional service through our bancassurance partnerships,” said Sithumina Jayasundara, CEO of HNB General Insurance. “This recognition reaffirms our position as a trusted insurance provider in Sri Lanka and motivates us to continue striving for excellence in serving our customers and communities.”
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