Semih Lütfü Turgut

Semih Lütfü Turgut is currently Türkiye's Ambassador to Sri Lanka, with a distinguished diplomatic career spanning over two decades. He has held key roles at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and served in various postings worldwide, including as Consul-General in Alexandria, Edinburgh, and Mazar-e Sharif, demonstrating his commitment to advancing Türkiye's diplomatic relations globally.

April 15, 2026

Columns/Geopolitics

Bound by Rivers, Driven by Strategy

Since the beginning of the new era, China’s policy of fostering amity, sincerity, mutual benefit, and inclusiveness in neighborhood diplomacy has significantly advanced its relations with neighboring countries. China has reached a

Diplomacy

China Marks 76th National Day in Maldives as President Muizzu Pledges Stronger Ties

The Chinese Embassy in the Maldives hosted a grand reception on September 30 to celebrate the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China and the Mid-Autumn Festival. The event brought together nearly 250 distinguished guests, including

October 3, 2025

Solidarity in the Storm

Columns/Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka was struck by severe flooding and landslides caused by Cyclone Ditwah, leading to road blockages, destruction of homes and loss of life.

Clean Water, Shared Destiny: China–Sri Lanka Friendship in Action

Diplomacy

China and Sri Lanka first became connected through Buddhism and later through the Maritime Silk Road. The friendship between the two peoples has transcended

102 Years of the Republic: Türkiye’s Enduring Vision

October 31, 2025

Columns/Geopolitics

Editor’s Note: The following column is based on excerpts from a speech delivered by Semih Lütfü Turgut, Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Sri Lanka, on the occasion of the National

Resilience and Unity: Türkiye’s July 15 Journey

July 17, 2024

Columns

There are milestones in every nation, and July 15 is one of those significant milestones for Türkiye. Türkiye witnessed a thwarted coup attempt on July 15, 2016, when a section of the

TCG Kınalıada: Strengthening Turkish-Sri Lankan Bonds

July 10, 2024

Defence/Diplomacy

Following article is based on the speech by the author as the Ambassador of Turkey to Sri Lanka, the port call of the Turkish military vessel TCG KINALIADA (F-514) in Colombo was