The Sri Lanka High Commission in Canberra received a delegation of undergraduate students from the United Nations Society of the University of New South Wales (UNSW) on 11 September 2026 at the High Commission premises. The visiting delegation was led by President of the UN Society of UNSW, Gene Richards and comprised students pursuing degrees in International Relations and Law.

The visit was organised as part of the High Commission’s ongoing Education Diplomacy programmes, aimed at fostering youth engagement, expanding academic outreach and strengthening institutional ties with Australian higher education institutions.

During the session, Counsellor of the High Commission Dinushi Rupathunga engaged with the delegation in an interactive briefing. She provided an overview of Sri Lanka, covering the country’s socio-political context and cultural heritage, as well as its foreign policy principles and international relations. The Counsellor also highlighted Sri Lanka’s historical contributions to the United Nations system and discussed the multifaceted Sri Lanka-Australia bilateral relationship, with a focus on shared priorities in trade, education and strong people-to-people links.

Following the briefing, the undergraduates had the opportunity to experience traditional Sri Lankan delicacies and authentic Ceylon Tea.

The High Commission of Sri Lanka
Canberra

15 September 2026