Sri Lanka's Dissanayake meets Chinese official to discuss maritime research after India visit

firstpost.com — December 19, 2024, 09:01 AM UTC

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with Chinese official Qin Boyong shortly after his visit to India. They discussed resuming maritime research and strengthening ties, including investments and unfinished projects. Dissanayake expressed gratitude for China's support during Sri Lanka's economic crisis and debt restructuring. He emphasized the need for continued Chinese assistance in the future. This meeting comes as Sri Lanka's moratorium on Chinese research vessels is nearing its end. Dissanayake assured Indian Prime Minister Modi that Sri Lanka would not allow activities harmful to India's security.

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