Sri Lanka HC in Canada visits Newfoundland and Labrador to seek collaborations
View(s):Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner to Canada Mohammed Jauhar visited the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) to identify potential collaborations and opportunities to enhance trade, academic and research partnerships.
The visit was organised by Global Affairs Canada and the Provincial Government of NL the High Commission said.
The programme held from November 3 to 8 was tailored for heads of mission and diplomats based in Ottawa, with the objective of highlighting opportunities for trade, investment, and educational collaboration in the province.
The visit entailed field visits to Memorial University, which hosts over 4,100 international students, including Lankans, with a focus on ocean-related research and innovation, and institutes such as the Marine Institute. The strengths of the province are fisheries, marine sciences, renewable energy and technology.
The programme included briefing sessions by NL government officials and private sector representatives on renewable energy, oil and gas, and other key industries.
The High Commissioner made courtesy calls on Lt Governor Joan Marie J Aylward and Premier Dr Andrew Furey during the visit.
He also met with members of the Lankan community in St John’s, professionals, students, and others residing in the province during the visit.
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