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Sri Lanka renews Honorary Consul post in Kenyan port city of Mombasa
Sri Lanka's Acting High Commissioner to Kenya has formally reappointed Prageeth Seneviratne as Honorary Consul in Mombasa, recognizing his contributions to advancing the nation's diplomatic interests in East Africa.
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Ruvini de Silva, Acting High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to Kenya, officially handed over the renewed appointment to Seneviratne during a formal ceremony, underscoring the importance of the consular position in the East African region.
The reappointment recognizes Seneviratne's sustained commitment to representing Sri Lankan interests in Mombasa, a strategically significant port city on the Indian Ocean. De Silva commended him for his outstanding service and dedication in advancing bilateral relations and providing support to Sri Lankan nationals in the jurisdiction.
The Honorary Consul's role encompasses promoting trade, investment, and cultural ties between Sri Lanka and Kenya, as well as assisting Sri Lankan citizens requiring consular services in the Mombasa region. The renewed appointment signals Sri Lanka's continued focus on strengthening diplomatic presence across East Africa.
The position forms part of Sri Lanka's broader efforts to maintain active consular representation in key regional hubs, facilitating commercial engagement and protecting national interests in increasingly important maritime zones.