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June 22, 2024 6:27 PM

Sri Lanka survived two tough years of economic crisis due to India’s financial support: President Wickremesinghe

Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe expressed gratitude for India’s financial support that helped the island nation survive two tough years of economic crisis. Addressing the 31st All India Partners meet in Colombo, Mr. Wickremesinghe emphasized his commitment to maintaining a strong partnership with India. The President recalled his recent visit to India to attend the swearing-in of the new government and mentioned that he discussed core areas of partnership with Prime Minister Narendra...

Sri Lanka set to take over chairmanship of Indian Ocean Rim Association during 23rd Council of Ministers' Meeting

Sri Lanka is set to take over the chairmanship of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) during the 23rd Council of Ministers' Meeting scheduled for October 11, 2023, in Colombo. Sri Lanka’s Foreign Ministry in an announcement said that the association’s member states will hold discussions on collaboration in various sectors, including trade and investment, maritime safety and security, fisheries management, disaster risk management, and the blue economy, among others. The delibera...