Politics · Sri Lanka Bureau
PM Amarasuriya addresses global health and business summits in Antigua
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya participated in two major international summits during Sri Lanka's presence at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Antigua and Barbuda. The engagements focused on global eye health initiatives and high-level dialogue among Commonwealth business leaders.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
Dr. Amarasuriya attended the Global Summit for Eye Health and Exhibition, titled "The Value of Vision," on November 2, 2026, as part of her official delegation to Antigua and Barbuda for the 2026 CHOGM. The summit brought together international stakeholders to address vision-related health challenges and explore collaborative approaches to improving eye health access across Commonwealth nations.
Alongside the health-focused forum, the Prime Minister participated in the Commonwealth Leaders and CEOs' Summit, a high-level platform designed to strengthen economic ties and facilitate dialogue between government and business sectors across the Commonwealth network.
The dual engagement reflects Sri Lanka's commitment to advancing public health priorities while strengthening economic and diplomatic relationships within the Commonwealth. Dr. Amarasuriya's participation underscored the nation's interest in contributing to regional health solutions and promoting sustainable business partnerships during a significant gathering of Commonwealth leadership.
The CHOGM, held every two years, provides a platform for member nations to address shared challenges and opportunities. Sri Lanka's active participation in the associated summits demonstrates the country's engagement with both health and economic development agendas at the international level.