Sri Lanka, Oct. 19 -- The United National Party (UNP) has criticised the present government over its alleged failure to provide diplomatic courtesies and security to Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand Suphajee Suthumpun during her recent visit to Sri Lanka, describing the incident as evidence of the government's immature foreign policy.

In a statement, the UNP said Deputy Prime Minister Suthumpun attended the ceremony to unveil the pinnacle of the Mihindu Maha Seya in Mihintale as the chief guest in her capacity as Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister. The party noted that the ceremony was an important event in Sri Lanka's Buddhist religious calendar.

The UNP said it was customary for foreign leaders visiting Sri Lanka, whether on official ...