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Sri Lankan diplomat receives Russia's highest civilian honour
Dr. Saman Weerasinghe was awarded Russia's highest civilian honour, the Order of Friendship, by President Putin at the Kremlin. The accolade recognises his decades-long efforts to strengthen cultural and diplomatic ties between Sri Lanka and Russia.
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Summary
The honour, one of Russia's highest civilian distinctions, recognises his decades of dedication to strengthening diplomatic, cultural, and economic ties between Sri Lanka and Russia. Weerasinghe is the only Asian recipient of the award in 2025, marking a proud milestone for Sri Lanka's global diplomatic presence.
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