The Bandaranaike Centre for International Studies (BCIS) and Rossotrudnichestvo, represented by the Russian House in Colombo, have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to foster deeper academic, cultural, and educational cooperation between Sri Lanka and the Russian Federation. The MoU was formally signed by Ms. Priyanthi Fernando, Executive Director, BCIS and Ms. Maria Popova,...Read More

BCIS Human Library | June 13, 2025 The BCIS Library hosted an engaging Human Library session on “India–China Relations and the New World Order” featuring Dr. Rajiv Ranjan, Associate Professor of China Studies at the University of Delhi. Participants gained valuable insights into the shifting dynamics of global power, diplomacy, and strategic leadership in Asia. Thank you to...Read More

The Bandaranaike Centre for International Studies (BCIS) and the Iran Cultural Center, affiliated with the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Colombo, officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Thursday, 12th June 2025, at the BCIS premises, Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 07. The agreement marks the commencement of a formal collaboration to offer...Read More

A delegation from Sichuan University, China headed by the Dean of the School of International Studies and Director of the Institute of South Asian Studies (ISAS), Sichuan University – Professor Ding Zhongyi visited the Bandaranaike Centre for International Studies in May 2025. The two sides discussed possible avenues for teaching and research collaboration. The Sichuan University delegation...Read More

A delegation from Randolph College, Virginia, USA headed by President Sue Ott Rowlands visited the Bandaranaike Centre for International Studies in May 2025. The two sides discussed possible avenues for teaching and research collaboration. The Randolph College delegation included both academic staff and undergraduates, while the BCIS delegation consisted of Mr Lalith Weeraddana – CAO/Registrar,...Read More

The Bandaranaike Centre for International Studies (BCIS) successfully held the Inauguration Ceremony of its Language Programmes on Saturday, April 26, 2025,at the BCIS Auditorium. The ceremony was graced by distinguished guests, with H.E. İskender Okyay, First Resident Ambassador of Türkiye to Sri Lanka, attending as Guest of Honour, and Dr. B. Moazami Goodarzi, Cultural Counsellor at...Read More

“Reading with Mangala” – Honouring a Legacy of Thought and Expression 22 April 2025 |Bandaranaike Centre for International Studies (BCIS) The BCIS Library organized a commemorative event titled “Reading with Mangala” on 22 April 2025, celebrating the enduring legacy of the late Hon. Mangala Samaraweera—a visionary leader remembered not only for his contributions to politics but also...Read More

The Inauguration Ceremony of the Academic programmes in International Relations of the Bandaranaike Centre for International Studies (BCIS), Colombo was held on Saturday, 15 March 2025 at the BCIS ‘Olympus’ from 9.00 a.m. to 10.00 a.m.   BCIS Alumni members, Mrs. Renuka Jayasundara, Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) of Child and Women Abuse, Investigation,...Read More

The Annual Convocation of the International Relations programmes of the Bandaranaike Centre for International Studies (BCIS) was held on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, from 3:00 p.m. onwards at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH). A total of 242 students were awarded Certificates, Diplomas, Higher Diplomas, and Postgraduate qualifications in International Relations, marking the successful culmination of...Read More

The Bandaranaike Centre for International Studies (BCIS) celebrated its 50 year legacy and launched its commemorative volume ‘BCIS at Fifty: A Journey of Learning and Dialogue’ on Monday, December 09, 2024, at the Mihilaka Madura, BMICH. This momentous occasion brought together diplomats, eminent scholars, esteemed guests, and staff of the BCIS.  Read More