German Embassy Colombo

🇱🇰 Looking to explore business opportunities in Sri Lanka?

Join this exclusive webinar hosted by AHK Sri Lanka and partners to gain practical insights into Sri Lanka's business landscape, market entry opportunities, and real-world sales experiences.

📅 17 July 2026
🕜 1:30 PM (Sri Lanka) | 🕙 10:00 AM (Germany)
💻 Online via Microsoft Teams

Register via the QR code or the link 👉 https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=VL43fvEA9EilV8URVbBq1y2LIZUIikZHuNtzSpVTp0dUMFJSR0JIOE9VNkdOM1c5RTlaTzk3NFBSSC4u

🌍🚫🛍️ International Plastic Bag Free Day

Today reminds us that small everyday choices can make a big difference for our planet.

Single-use plastic bags may only be used for a few minutes, but their impact on the environment lasts for decades—affecting ecosystems, oceans, and wildlife.

On International Plastic Bag Free Day, we are encouraged to rethink our habits and choose sustainable alternatives such as reusable bags, baskets, and eco-friendly packaging. Collective action—by individuals, businesses, and communities—can significantly reduce plastic pollution and protect our environment for future generations.

Let’s move towards a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future—one bag at a time. 🌱

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🌍 Discover Bremen – Germany’s Smallest Federal State with a Big Maritime Spirit! 🇩🇪⚓

The Federal State of Bremen, made up of the cities of Bremen and Bremerhaven, may be Germany’s smallest state, but it is packed with history, culture, innovation, and seafaring tradition. Home to around 700,000 people, Bremen combines Hanseatic heritage with modern science and industry. 🌊🏙️

✨ Top Highlights:

UNESCO World Heritage: Bremen’s beautiful Town Hall and the famous Roland Statue symbolize centuries of civic freedom and Hanseatic prosperity. 🏛️

Fairytale Fame: Meet the legendary Bremen Town Musicians from the Brothers Grimm fairytale — one of Germany’s most beloved cultural icons! 🐴🐶🐱🐓

Maritime Charm: In Bremerhaven, visitors can explore one of Europe’s most important ports, fascinating museums, and the North Sea coast. ⚓🌊

Historic Beauty: Wander through the charming Schnoor Quarter, Bremen’s oldest neighborhood, with its narrow lanes, colorful houses, cafés, and artisan shops. 🏘️✨

🗺️ Did You Know?

Bremen was a key member of the powerful Hanseatic League, the medieval trade network that connected Northern Europe for centuries. ⚓
The city is home to major aerospace and high-tech industries, including projects linked to Airbus, space research, and renewable energy. 🚀💡

Bremerhaven houses the renowned German Emigration Center, telling the stories of millions of Europeans who left for the Americas. 🌍
Bremen’s Christmas Market is considered one of the most beautiful in Germany, attracting visitors from around the world every winter. 🎄✨

🍽️ Culinary Delights:

Bremer Klaben: A traditional fruit bread similar to stollen, filled with raisins, almonds, and spices. 🍞

Kohl und Pinkel: The beloved northern German kale and sausage dish is also a local favorite here. 🥘

Fresh North Sea Fish & Seafood: Bremen’s maritime location makes it a paradise for seafood lovers. 🐟⚓

Experience Bremen’s unique blend of maritime history, fairytale charm, innovation, and northern German hospitality! 🌟



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📅 Save the Date: Vocal Recitals & Masterclasses with Thaisen Rusch and Ireene Ollino 🎶

We're pleased to share an upcoming musical event presented by the Chamber Music Society of Colombo, featuring German tenor Thaisen Rusch and Estonian mezzo-soprano Ireene Ollino of the Deutsche Oper Berlin.

🎼 Vocal Recitals

📅 Saturday, 25 July 2026
📍 Lionel Wendt, Colombo

📅 Tuesday, 28 July 2026
📍 Kälam Hall, Jaffna

🎓 Masterclasses

📅 20 & 21 July 2026
📍 Goethe-Institut Sri Lanka, Colombo

Music enthusiasts, students, and aspiring performers are invited to experience these recitals and learn from two distinguished artists through a series of masterclasses celebrating the richness and diversity of classical vocal music.

Please contact Chamber Music Society of Colombo on 112508008 or follow their page for inquiries and further updates on tickets.