Ambassador of Sri Lanka in Riyadh
It is with immense pleasure that I extend my best wishes to the Sri Lankan International School (SLISR) in Riyadh. As one of the participants at the inauguration of the first Management Committee of the Sri Lankan International School Riyadh
during my stint in Saudi Arabia in the year 2000 and the incumbent patron of the school, I am truly proud to witness the great strides that the SLISR has achieved over the last more than three decades in the realization of its vision of cultivating future leaders. SLISR serves, indeed, as an asset of Sri Lanka’s migrant workers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
In the year 2024, Sri Lanka and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia commemorates 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries. SLISR shares this illustrious history of bilateral relations between the two countries as it has been serving as a beacon of learning to the children of Sri Lankan migrant workers in the Kingdom who are one of the vital components of the bilateral relations. During this year of historic importance, I take this opportunity to pay a tribute to all who rendered their invaluable services to the development and progress of the SLISR, the legacy of which continues to inspire us and propel the school forward.
As the world continues to rapidly evolve, so too must our approach to education. International schools, known for their diverse student populations and global outlook, are well poised to play a vital role in shaping the future of education driven by technology, innovation, adaptability and global connectivity. It is the collective responsibility of the school managers, teachers, parents, alumni, community members as well as well-wishers to jointly work towards this direction and to impart quality
education to all our children with capabilities that they require to become well-equipped global citizens empowering them to face the ever-evolving challenges in the landscape of education.
Let us join hands to create a learning environment in the SLISR that inspire our students to become knowledgeable, disciplined, responsible, empathetic and forward-thinking global citizens who are equipped to navigate an inter connected world with confidence and resilience.