German Embassy Colombo

03/10/2026

Democracy cannot be taken for granted. It must be safeguarded and practised anew every day.

🇩🇪 Germany has experienced this first-hand throughout its history; its first democracy was established in 1919. However, it came to an end in 1933. This was followed by a period of dictatorship, war and the division of Germany, symbolised by the Berlin Wall. Places such as Niederkirchnerstrasse in Berlin serve as a reminder of this history.

In 1990, 36 years ago, reunification was achieved through free elections. This was driven by the peaceful revolution of the people in the GDR and made possible by international diplomacy.

Divided by history. United by choice. 🇩🇪

What decisions have shaped your country?

02/10/2026

🌊🎨 Little artists, big ideas for a cleaner future!

To mark Children’s Day yesterday, our project partner Janathakshan brought children, parents and the local community together at the Early Childhood Development Center in Atampalawatta, Wattala, for a colourful art competition and awareness programme under the Clean Rivers and Circular Economy Communities Project. 🇩🇪🇱🇰

The young artists explored themes such as plastic-free oceans, clean rivers and protecting our beaches, while children and parents learned more about reducing plastic use and keeping waste out of rivers and waterways. 🌱

Supported by the German Embassy, the project works with communities in the Gampaha District to reduce plastic pollution, promote the 3Rs — Reduce, Reuse and Recycle — and encourage more sustainable habits. 🇩🇪🇱🇰

A lovely way to celebrate Children’s Day while showing that caring for our environment can start from a very young age. 🌳🪾♻️

Swipe to see some of their drawings 👇

27/09/2026

🌍✈️ Celebrating World Tourism Day — exploring the world, connecting people 🇩🇪

Travel has the power to bring people closer — opening doors to new landscapes, cultures, traditions and connections that can last a lifetime.

Whether you’re dreaming of Sri Lanka’s tropical beauty 🌴, the Maldives’ breathtaking islands and turquoise waters 🐠, or Germany’s forests, mountains, historic towns and vibrant cities 🏰🌿 — every journey begins with curiosity.

Thinking of Germany for your next adventure? 🇩🇪
Check out this travel guide and start exploring! ✈️

27/09/2026

📢 Take part in the next special Web Tutorial “Recognition for Academic Professionals” 🇩🇪 on 09.10.2026📅

💻 This Webinar is hosted by the German International and Specialized Placement (ZAV), who is responsible for international services within the Federal Employment Agency (BA).

📍 The ZAV is your central point of contact for all questions about working 💼 and living 🏡 in Germany 🇩🇪.

🤝 With its information and advisory services, the ZAV supports foreign employees 🌍 – both before and after entry ✈️ – to quickly find their way around Germany and to feel welcome.

📚 For more in-depth advice, the ZAV offers a professional estimation about your chances on the labour market 📈 and provides lots of information about migration topics such as:

🛂 Visa
🎓 Recognition
🇩🇪 Learning German

💬 Questions can be asked after each lecture, as well as during the lecture via the chat function.
🔗 You can register here for your participation:

The International and Specialized Service (ZAV) is responsible for international services within the Federal Employment Agency (BA). The BA works with many high-ranking domestic and...

24/09/2026

🌊 Our oceans connect us.

On , we celebrate the extraordinary marine world surrounding Sri Lanka and the Maldives — from colourful coral reefs and tropical fish to the sea turtles that call these waters home. 🐢🐠🪸

For the two island nations, the ocean is much more than a beautiful view. It sustains livelihoods, connects communities and countries, and is a vital space for trade, connectivity and regional cooperation.

Safe, secure and well-governed seas are essential to the prosperity and stability of the Indian Ocean region and beyond.

Today is a reminder of how much we share, and of our common responsibility to keep our seas healthy, resilient, peaceful and secure for generations to come. 💙🌊

🇩🇪🤝🇱🇰🇲🇻

23/09/2026

🌿 Cleaner rivers start with all of us! 💧♻️

Our Chargée d’Affaires a.i. Sarah Hasselbarth joined Janathakshan for a project observation visit to see our Clean Rivers & Circular Economy project in action. 🇩🇪🇱🇰

At Gonsalvez College, Pamunugama, students took part in an awareness-raising programme on keeping waterways clean, reducing plastic waste and how a circular economy can help protect our environment. 🌱💬

In Wattala, the team visited locations planned for the installation of trash barriers — nets designed to catch plastic waste before it travels further through our waterways. 🌊

From raising awareness among students to planning practical solutions, we’re working towards cleaner waterways and communities. 🇩🇪🤝🇱🇰

🦎 Swipe to the end for one curious local observer!

20/09/2026

🥂 Good conversations don’t always end when the meetings do.

To wrap up the delegation’s visit to Colombo, we hosted an evening reception bringing together members of Sri Lanka’s political, business, civil society and media communities. 🇩🇪🇱🇰

We were particularly pleased to welcome Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment Hon. Arun Hemachandra. Many thanks for joining us and for contributing to an evening of open dialogue and exchange.

A relaxed evening of good conversations, new connections and plenty to talk about. 🇩🇪🤝🇱🇰



©️ Jayan Chanuka Pathirana

20/09/2026

🏛️ Strengthening parliamentary ties 🇩🇪🇱🇰

Parliamentary dialogue was at the heart of the German Bundestag delegation’s visit to the Parliament of Sri Lanka. 🇩🇪🤝🇱🇰

The delegation joined a luncheon hosted by Deputy Speaker Dr Rizvie Salih, together with Minister of Justice and National Integration Harshana nanayakkara, President of the Sri Lanka–Germany Parliamentary Friendship Association and members of the Association. 🇩🇪🇱🇰

The visit continued with an exchange with members of the Ministerial Consultative Committees on Finance, Foreign Relations and Energy, focusing on areas of shared interest and closer cooperation.

The discussion was co-chaired by Hon. S.M. Marikkar, Chair of the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Infrastructure and Strategic Development, and Hon. Lakmali Hemachandra, Chair of the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Economic Development and International Relations.

An important opportunity to strengthen the links between our two parliaments and deepen dialogue between Germany and Sri Lanka. 🇩🇪🤝🇱🇰

©️ Parliament of Sri Lanka

19/09/2026

Everyone knows Oktoberfest for the b**r but that Bavaria’s culture is the main event? 🇩🇪

Beyond the steins and lederhosen, Munich’s Oktoberfest is a living celebration of Bavarian tradition: brass bands filling the tents, dirndls and lederhosen worn with pride, folk dances, centuries-old recipes, giant pretzels passed around the table, and strangers becoming friends over a shared “Prost.” 🍺🥨🎺

It’s loud, joyful, a little chaotic and deeply rooted in community. Because Oktoberfest isn’t just a party; it’s Bavaria showing the world how tradition stays alive when everyone’s invited.

Have you been to Oktoberfest, or is it now officially on your bucket list?

19/09/2026

🇩🇪🤝🇱🇰 German parliamentary delegation meets Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa

The German Bundestag’s multi-party delegation met with Leader of the Opposition Hon. Sajith Premadasa for a wide-ranging exchange on Sri Lanka–Germany relations and opportunities for closer cooperation. 🇩🇪🇱🇰

The conversation focused on building an even more forward-looking partnership between our two countries — particularly in the areas of investment, technology, skills, knowledge and innovation.

The delegation and the Opposition Leader also exchanged views on renewable energy and energy security, the green transition and skills development, as well as current developments in Sri Lanka and Germany. They highlighted the importance of continued parliamentary dialogue in strengthening bilateral relations. 🇩🇪🤝🇱🇰



©️ Office of the Leader of the Opposition Sri Lanka