Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka He Mizukoshi Hideaki visited the University of Ruhuna on 17th May 2023.
The Japanese Ambassador HE Mizukoshi Hideaki accompanied by several other delegates from the Embassy of Japan visited the University of Ruhuna on 17th May 2023.
HE Mizukoshi Hideaki and the delegation was welcomed by the Deputy Vice Chancellor Prof. Saman Chandana Ediriweera and the Director of CINTA Prof. P.B. Terney Pradeep Kumara. A formal meeting was conducted at the Vice Chancellor’s office with the participation of the Chancellor of the University of Ruhuna Most venerable Dr. Akuretiye Nada.
The close relationship between Japan and Sri Lanka through Buddhism was emphasized during the discussions.
Followed by the discussions Ambassador planted a tree commemorating his visit to the University and participated in a sightseeing tour at the University premises.
Prof. H.D. Karunarathne the Vice Chancellor of University of Colombo was also present for the occasion.
On the 18th of May ambassador Hideaki attended the International Symposium on Agriculture and Environment (ISAE 2023) organized by the Faculty of Agriculture as the Guest of Honour.
