President’s Japan visit : Details released

September 22, 2025 at 10:35 AM

President Anura Kumara Dissanayaka will undertake an official visit to Japan from 27-30 September 2025, at the invitation of the Government of Japan.

According to the Foreign Ministry, the President is scheduled to have an audience with His Majesty the Emperor of Japan and will hold a summit meeting with the Japanese Prime Minister on a wide range of issues of mutual interest.

During the visit, President Dissanayaka will address a Business Forum attended by high-level representatives of key Japanese businesses and investors in Tokyo, focused on emerging economic opportunities in Sri Lanka.

President Dissanayaka will also attend “EXPO 2025 Osaka” as a Guest of the Government of Japan on the occasion of Sri Lanka Day at the Expo 2025. The event aims to highlight Sri Lanka’s cultural heritage and economic potential before an international audience.

The President will also address members of the Sri Lankan expatriate community residing in Japan during his four-day visit.

President Dissanayaka will be accompanied by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath and senior Government officials.

The Foreign Ministry states the visit to Japan will further consolidate and deepen the longstanding bonds of friendship and cooperation between the two countries. (Newswire)