This year, the 72nd anniversary of The Colombo Plan was commemorated with grand celebrations at the Colombo Galle Face Hotel premises. The event was presided over by His Excellency Dr. Bandula Gunawardena, Minister of Transport, Highways and Mass Media. His Excellency Dr. Benjamin P. Reyes the secretary general of The Colombo Plan presented the minister with a special commemorative edition of The Colombo Plan coffee table book illustrating the lasting impact of the organization worldwide at this momentous occasion.
The occasion drew a large gathering, including representatives and delegates from Colombo Plan member countries and observers as well as members of the diplomatic community.
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