EU in Sri Lanka @EU_in_Sri_Lanka@respublicae.eu

40 years since #BlackJuly is marked by 2 art exhibitions called “fragile” & “delusion”, reminding us how important it is for communities to work together for remembrance and reconciliation.

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"Asia is the most dynamic region in the world and key int. predicaments play in Southeast Asia. The EU must be more present and engaged in this pivotal region"
📰Read HRVP @JosepBorrellF's latest blog post for more👉 https://europa.eu/!bk6FTx

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a great honour to meet Dishal Nimsara, 13 y old & 2nd at men na’l chess in SL, making his dad proud! Incredibly nice and resilient while undergoing heavy treatment. He can rely on @SuwaArana, the 1st palliative centre for children in SL, which deserves support from all !

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"Respect for diversity is a core value of the European Union. This includes respect for other religious communities."
Read the statement by High Representative @JosepBorrellF on the burning of the Quran and respect for community symbols👉https://europa.eu/!7xBWNC

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As newly arrived foreigners in SL, my wife & I met Mr Fernando and were struck by his kindness, charisma & aura. He put SL on the global map for the best reasons, promoting inclusivity & solidarity.
He was unique & inspirational.
Our thoughts are with his family- Amb. Chaibi https://t.co/c0yn6ZxEIn

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As newly arrived foreigners in SL, my wife & I met Mr M. Fernando & were immediately struck by his kindness, charisma & aura. He put SL on the global map for the best of reasons, promoting inclusivity & solidarity. He was unique & inspirational.
Our thoughts are with his family https://t.co/1obgYIKogY

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🧵-1/3: Did you know that the current GSP+ scheme is set to expire on 31 Dec 2023?
As one of Sri Lanka’s largest trading partners, w/ nearly EUR 3.2 billion worth of Sri Lankan #exports to the 🇪🇺 in 2022 alone, we recognise the importance of GSP+ for Sri Lankan exporters.

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Re 2/3: As negotiations for our new GSP+ arrangement are still ongoing between the EU’s co-legislators, the European Commission has proposed a 4⃣-year extension to the current scheme until 31 Dec 2027 so that countries like 🇱🇰, don't lose their #preferential access in the interim.

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Re 3/3: For 🇱🇰, the GSP+ extension proposal means that, for now, nothing changes – same access to 🇪🇺 market and same obligation to comply with the 2⃣7⃣ international conventions, which are key to ensuring that #economicrecovery is not just fast, but also #fair, #just, and #green.

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Today, the 🇪🇺 together with @WorldBank #SriLanka, @AFD_en signed a EUR 9.8 million agreement with the @MoFSriLanka to help strengthen #SriLanka’s management of public finances.
📰Read the press release for more information 👉http://tinyurl.com/2xby65j3 https://t.co/HQMwGHoPaS

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The EU is never too ‘far away’ for ASEAN!
Read HRVP @JosepBorrellF's interview in The Jakarta Post on why South East Asia is so important 👉
https://www.eeas.europa.eu/eeas/untapped-potential-eu-never-too-‘far-away’-asean_en
#EUatASEAN

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This #WorldYouthSkillsDay, we honor the passion, creativity & determination of young people worldwide 🌏
The 🇪🇺 will continue to work towards bridging the skills gap, unlocking #opportunities, and #empowering #young people for a brighter future.
#EUinSriLanka🌟✨ https://t.co/3W3lIhlfgD

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📰: Read the Joint statement on the EU-Japan Summit, where 🇪🇺 & 🇯🇵 discussed progress on the ongoing cooperation and renewed their commitments to working together to support #peace, #prosperity and #dignity for all.
🇪🇺🤝🇯🇵: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/STATEMENT_23_3846/smo

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📢🚨Reminder: One week more!
Apply Now 👉https://www.eeas.europa.eu/maldives/policy-officer-maldives_en?s=238&fbclid=IwAR0T16g78idSCTWaEiUip_Mahdwqds-sdk9-J8O_zC9uAb5S-nGdon36a1I
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EU in the Maldives: 📢We are hiring!
Are you interested in contributing towards the promotion of EU-Maldives bilateral relations in the areas of political, economic, trade, and culture at the EU Delegation?
If yes, then this opportunity is for you! For more information 👇
https://www.eeas.europa.eu/maldives/policy-officer-maldives_en?fbclid=IwAR305nEDQZ6akqnEIbCyHwj1B4KCLoeHXf2SS8zcT0SeQFrU_PlS22Inuj4
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📽️Watch: HE Denis Chaibi in conversation with @ravigamage1 on News Line, where they discussed 🇪🇺 efforts to boost #tourism in #Sri Lanka
🔗👉https://www.youtube.com/live/Lp-lM6Y1QWQ?feature=share via @YouTube
#EUinSriLanka

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EU walks the talk. Its leaders announced today their support to a seat for the @_AfricanUnion  at G20, as agreed at the last AU/EU Summit. With Africa we are determined to strengthen our common voice for a better world.
https://www.consilium.europa.eu/media/65398/2930-06-23-euco-conclusions-en.pdf

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EU walks the talk. Its leaders announced today their support to a seat for the @_AfricanUnion at G20, as agreed at the last AU/EU Summit. With Africa we are determined to strengthen our common voice for a better world.
https://www.consilium.europa.eu/media/65398/2930-06-23-euco-conclusions-en.pdf https://t.co/h6ZB4pBDAY

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📰Read more on how the 🇪🇺 will address the growing impact of #climatechange and environmental degradation in the fields of #peace, #security, and defence.
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Virginijus Sinkevičius: Restoring Nature &amp; fighting climate change is an investment in peace &amp; security.
We launched an essential new outlook on the climate &amp; security nexus.
It will ensure that the impacts of the planetary crisis are a concrete part of external policymaking.
https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_23_3492 https://t.co/yL8mLbWEtE
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Wishing everyone a joyous and blessed Eid!✨
#EidMubarak https://t.co/JEyDdPHmOZ

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We are working with @FAOSriLanka to empower smallholder #paddyfarmers and seed paddy farmers like Attanayaka embrace climate-smart techniques that reduce chemical reliance while boosting harvests.
🌱Read more on this initiative👉 https://bit.ly/3Nw8Ov8
#SustainableAgriculture
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FAO in Sri Lanka &amp; Maldives: "Due to the fertilizer shortage, we weren't able to cultivate our lands. Even smallholder farmers like us couldn't find enough fertilizer to cultivate."
Attanayaka from Ganegoda, Matale is one of 71,000 paddy farmers receiving EU-funded #fertilizer through @FAO this month.
#lka https://t.co/uAexsWFmYI
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