Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa met with Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in Colombo today during the latter’s official visit to Sri Lanka, with discussions centering on strengthening the longstanding relationship between the two countries.
The meeting highlighted the deep historical, cultural, and people‑to‑people ties between Sri Lanka and India.
Premadasa underscored the importance of maintaining close, constructive, and continuous engagement, noting that such cooperation is vital for the mutual benefit of both nations.
Both leaders exchanged views on regional developments and matters of mutual interest, including collaboration towards peace, security, stability, and prosperity in the Indian Ocean region.
Premadasa reaffirmed the importance of a strong and mutually beneficial relationship founded on mutual respect, sovereign equality, trust, and understanding.
The meeting reaffirmed the importance of continued engagement at all levels in further strengthening the longstanding friendship and cooperation between the peoples of Sri Lanka and India. (Newswire)