Bucharest:Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment Arun Hemachandra will undertake an official visit to Romania from October 20 to 26, 2026, with the goal of strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation in trade, investment, employment, and other areas of mutual interest.

According to News.LK, a key highlight of the visit will be the Sixth Round of Bilateral Consultations between Sri Lanka and Romania. This event will provide a platform to review existing cooperation and identify new opportunities for collaboration.

Deputy Minister Hemachandra is also scheduled to attend the inaugural meeting of the Sri Lanka-Romania Joint Working Group on Labour Cooperation, which was established under a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding. The discussions will focus on expanding employment opportunities, promoting safe and transparent recruitment practices, and protecting the rights and welfare of Sri Lankan workers in Romania.

The visit will include meetings with senior Romanian government officials, parliamentary representatives, and business chambers in Bucharest, Timi?oara, and Arad to explore opportunities for trade, investment, and institutional cooperation.

Deputy Minister Hemachandra will also meet with Sri Lankan communities in several regions of Romania to discuss their concerns, welfare, and access to consular assistance. The visit aims to further strengthen Sri Lanka-Romania relations and translate bilateral cooperation into practical economic opportunities and benefits for the people of both countries.