COLOMB ; The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in coordination with the French embassy conducted a special memorial service in memory of former French Ambassador Jean-François Pactet at St Mary’s Church, Colombo 4 on Sunday ,July 2
The service was conducted by Archbishop Brian Udaigwe, Apostolic Nuncio of the Holy See to Sri Lanka.
This solemn event brought together the diplomatic corps, Honorary Consuls and
members of the French community to pay tribute to the late Ambassador’s dedication
and tireless efforts in fostering friendship and cooperation between the two nations.
Foreign Minister Ali Sabry, Foreign Secretary Aruni Wijewardane, Chargé d’ Affaires of the French Embassy in Colombo Marie-Noëlle Duris addressed the event honouring Ambassador Pactet’s contributions towards elevating bilateral relations to greater heights.
During his short spell, the late Ambassador was instrumental in marking watershed
moments including the first ever visit of a French President to Sri Lanka, convening
inaugural bilateral political consultations and celebrating the 75th anniversary of
diplomatic relations between the two countries.
Ambassador Pactet was a talented diplomat, a Chevalier in the National Order of Merit
and holder of the Medal of Honour of Foreign Affairs of France.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs extends its deepest condolences to the Government of
the French Republic, the French Embassy in Colombo, the family, friends, and
colleagues of the late Ambassador. His contributions to our bilateral relations will
In appreciation of his distinguished servicea and valuable contributions to strengthening the longstanding bilateral relations between France and Sri Lanka.
, Apostolic Nuncio of the Holy See to Sri Lanka and organized by the Ministry in coordination with the Embassy of France in Colombo.
This solemn event brought together the diplomatic corps, Honorary Consuls and
members of the French community to pay tribute to the late Ambassador’s dedication
and tireless efforts in fostering friendship and cooperation between the two nations.
Foreign Minister Ali Sabry, Foreign Secretary Aruni Wijewardane, Chargé d’ Affaires of the French Embassy in Colombo Marie-Noëlle Duris addressed the event honouring Ambassador Pactet’s contribution towards elevating bilateral relations to greater heights.
During his short spell, the late Ambassador was instrumental in marking watershed
moments including the first ever visit of a French President to Sri Lanka, convening
inaugural bilateral political consultations and celebrating the 75th anniversary of
diplomatic relations between the two countries.
Ambassador Pactet was a talented diplomat, a Chevalier in the National Order of Merit and holder of the Medal of Honour of Foreign Affairs of France.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs extends its deepest condolences to the Government of
the French Republic, the French Embassy in Colombo, the family, friends, and
colleagues of the late Ambassador. His contributions to our bilateral relations will be remembered and cherished.
