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21/06/2025BydamithriBlog0

BCIS Signs MoU with Russian Cultural Center to Launch Russian Language Programmes

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, Director, Russian House in Colombo , Rossotrudnichestvo Representative in Sri Lanka. This partnership marks a...

13/06/2025BydamithriBlog0

Human Library session on “India–China Relations and the New World Order”

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 all who took part in this timely and thought-provoking discussion.

12/06/2025BydamithriBlog0

BCIS Signs MoU with Iran Cultural Center to Launch Persian Language Programmes

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 Persian language programmes at the BCIS. This partnership aims to foster greater cultural exchange and...

28/05/2025BydamithriBlog0

Sichuan University delegation

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 included Chief Expert and Deputy Director of the China Center for South Asia Studies –...

22/05/2025BydamithriBlog0

Visit of Randolph College, Virginia to the Bandaranaike Centre for International Studies

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, Dr Nishara Mendia – Director of Research, Dr Bhagya Senaratne – Director of Education, Ms....

26/04/2025BydamithriBlog0

The Inauguration Ceremony of the Language programmes – 2025 A Batch

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 the Iran Cultural Centre, Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran, serving as Chief Guest. Opening...

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