India-Sri Lanka Deepen Bilateral Ties: Jaishankar and Wickremesinghe Lead the Way

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held comprehensive talks with Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe, commissioning a Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre built with a USD 6 million Indian grant. They discussed various cooperation areas, including energy, connectivity, and housing projects, reinforcing the deep-rooted ties between the two nations.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar engaged in extensive discussions with Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe on Thursday, signaling a significant step in enhancing India-Sri Lanka bilateral cooperation. The talks culminated in the joint commissioning of the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre, a USD 6 million project funded by India.

During their meeting, Jaishankar conveyed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's warm greetings and discussed future cooperation, touching upon critical sectors such as power, energy, connectivity, and health. 'Honoured to call on Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe. Appreciated the progress on bilateral projects,' Jaishankar shared on his X post.

The joint efforts underscore India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy. Projects discussed included the development of renewable energy sectors and a proposed petroleum pipeline. The visit highlights the unwavering commitment to stronger India-Sri Lanka relations, with focus areas spanning economic growth and enhanced people-to-people linkage.

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