Sri Lanka, Oct. 30 -- The United Nations Association of Sri Lanka (UNASL) recently held the national observance of the 81st United Nations Day at the Sri Lanka Medical Association Auditorium, marked by the hoisting of the national flag and the United Nations flag.Sri Lanka Travel

Former Ambassador H.M.G.S. Palihakkara was the chief guest, while Public Health Specialist Dr. Lahiru Kodithuwakku was the guest of honour. Lisadi Ayansa Jayasinghe, a student of Sanghamitta Balika Vidyalaya, Galle, and winner of the 'Best Speaker' award, delivered the keynote address.

The UNASL is the sole national affiliate of the World Federation of United Nations Associations (WFUNA), an organisation established in 1946 to support the work and objectives of...