PM discusses foreign employment and investment with Italian Ambassador

PM discusses foreign employment and investment with Italian Ambassador

October 31, 2024   10:08 am

Ambassador of Italy to Sri Lanka Damiano Francovigh has met with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at the Prime Minister’s Office on Wednesday (30). 

The meeting reinforced the longstanding diplomatic relationship between Italy and Sri Lanka, with both parties discussing key areas for enhanced collaboration, the Prime Minister’s Media Division said in a statement.

A primary focus of the meeting was on foreign employment opportunities in Italy, particularly the role of skilled migration, the statement added.

Prime Minister Amarasuriya underscored the importance of training Sri Lankan migrant workers through the Vocational Training Authority to support this demand. Both sides emphasized the role of supportive policies in attracting tourists and investors, recognizing their contributions to the nation’s economic development, it said.

The meeting was attended by Dr. Alberto Arcidiacono, Deputy Head of Mission of the Embassy of Italy, as well as key Sri Lankan officials, including Mr. Pradeep Saputhanthri, Secretary to the Prime Minister, Mr. Mahinda Gunarathne, Additional Secretary to the Prime Minister, and Ms. Isurika Karunarathna, Director for Europe and North America Division of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

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