Minister Vijitha Herath to Lead High-Level Diplomatic & Trade Mission to Belarus 🇰🇷

Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath is conducting an official visit to Belarus from May 12–15, 2026, aimed at strengthening bilateral ties following the 25th anniversary of diplomatic relations. • Diplomatic Engagements: The Minister will meet President Alexander Lukashenko and Foreign Minister Maxim Ryzhenkov to discuss bilateral cooperation and sign several sectoral MoUs and agreements. • Economic & Trade Focus: A key highlight includes a business and tourism roundtable organized by the National Export Centre of Belarus, focusing on market diversification and trade expansion. • Sectoral Cooperation: High-level discussions are scheduled with the Ministers of Education and Health, targeting strategic partnerships in human capital and public services. • Diaspora Relations: The Minister will engage with the Sri Lankan student community currently residing in Belarus. _Note: Based on official Ministry of Foreign Affairs data (12 May 2026)._