Prime Minister Brings Sri Lanka’s Ancient Wisdom on Sustainable Food Systems to the Global Stage in Bhutan
The Prime Minister, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, delivered the keynote address at the inaugural Global Conscious Food Systems Summit 2026, held on 01 September 2026 at Dungkar Dzong, Bhutan. She addressed the Summit under the theme “Rising to the Moment: Igniting Consciousness to Address the Polycrisis.”
The Global Conscious Food Systems Summit 2026 is the inaugural global summit dedicated to exploring the role of consciousness, values, culture, spirituality and inner transformation in advancing sustainable, equitable and regenerative food systems. The Summit is jointly hosted by the Royal Government of Bhutan, the Conscious Food Systems Alliance (CoFSA) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), under the overarching theme “Activating the Heart of Food Systems Transformation.”
Addressing the Global Conscious Food Systems Summit in Bhutan, the Prime Minister expressed her pride in a national heritage shaped by generations of people who recognized the importance of maintaining harmony with nature throughout every stage of food production, storage, preservation and consumption.
Following her keynote address, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya participated in a panel discussion alongside H.E. Dasho Tshering Tobgay, Prime Minister of Bhutan, under the theme “Conscious Leadership – The Art of Facilitating Transformation for a More Just and Regenerative World.”
The Prime Minister noted that Sri Lanka’s ancient food systems were founded on a deep consciousness of sustainability and balance, with traditional agricultural practices designed to work in harmony with nature rather than against it.
Immediately following the panel discussion, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya participated in a press conference, where she responded to questions from local and international media representatives on a range of issues, including food security, best agricultural practices, women’s employment and sustainable social and economic development.
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya’s participation in the Summit provided an important platform to share Sri Lanka’s perspectives and experiences on sustainable food systems, inclusive development and the role of conscious leadership in addressing the interconnected challenges facing the world today.
