On 20th July 2021, Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Russia H.E. Prof. M.D. Lamawansa paid a farewell visit to the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Ambassador H.E. Prof. Lamawansa was received by the Director of the Second Asian Department H.E. Zamir Kabulov.

Ambassador Prof. M.D. Lamawansa thanked the Director and the Department staff for close cooperation and the tremendous support provided to the Embassy whenever it was needed.
Director Kabulov appreciated the contribution of Ambassador Lamawansa over the year of his tenure to strengthening the traditionally friendly relations established between Russia and Sri Lanka.
Ambassador Lamawansa expressed hope that the Second Asian Department would extend assistance to the new Sri Lankan Ambassador to carry out her duties the same way as Ambassador Lamawansa was privileged to receive.