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Korean Ambassador hosts the Annual GKS Alumni Reunion Gala Dinner
The Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) alumni reunion was held on the 6th of December 2021 at the Jetwing Colombo Seven Hotel. The annual event was a wonderful occasion bringing all facets of the alumni community together including the future GKS participants in Sri Lanka. It was a delightful evening with the Alumni sharing their positive life experiences during their stay in Korea that has had a significant impact on their lives.
Addressing the gathering, Korean Ambassador to Sri Lanka, H.E. Santhush Woonjin JEONG stated that “I am very glad that the network of GKS alumni family is expanding over the years. The GKS programme offers many valuable opportunities for young people globally including in Sri Lanka to pursue higher education in Korea. As scholars who received this wonderful opportunity, I am sure you experienced the merits of studying in Korea. It is now your duty to provide useful information and advice to aspiring Sri Lankan students who wish to study in Korea. I hope more and more people are encouraged to pursue this scholarship as it will enhance the friendship between our two countries and promote educational cooperation.”
GKS is designed to provide students with opportunities to study at higher educational institutions in Korea at graduate-level degrees, which will enhance international education exchange and deepen mutual friendship between Korea and Sri Lanka. Through the Global Korea Scholarship (GKS), offered by Korea’s National Institute for International Education Development (NIIED), students worldwide including in Sri Lanka can study in Korea for free. Every year, more than 10 Sri Lankan students have received this scholarship from Korea to pursue undergraduate and graduate programmes in Korea.
GKS envoy Dr. Sachini Amarasekara shared valuable information on “language learning and postgraduate training experience in South Korea”. She praised the excellent set of teachers and in-depth knowledge she gained from her experience in Korea which contributed immensely to her career as a lecturer in the University of Colombo.
The Immediate Past President of the GKS Alumni Association in Sri Lanka, Dr. Aruna Ranaweera delivered a presentation on “GKS, Lessons Learnt from Korea & Beyond.” As a senior lecturer at the Department of Physics and Electronics in the University of Kelaniya, he said that GKS has had a great impact on his professional success. The valuable lessons learnt from his stay in Korea have helped him achieve the Award for the Innovator of the University and the Award for the recipient of the highest amount of Research Grant in Sri Lanka.
The President of GKS Alumni Association Tharanga Ranasinghe also presented insightful advice on his experiences as a Volunteer in Korea during GKS. The informative presentations reflected their love and appreciation to Korea and their enjoyable educational experience in Korea.
The guests enjoyed an excellent dinner alongside lively conversation reminiscing their amazing time in Korea.
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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