Icelandic President Guðni Jóhansson says that the people of Iceland and Sri Lanka have a good relationship, and that both countries can experience significant benefits by increasing the exchange programs between the two countries.
The President of Iceland has also stated that the hope is to further strengthen the friendship between Sri Lanka and Iceland.
The President of Iceland has mentioned this while sending a special congratulatory message to Mr. Ranil Wickramasinghe on his assumption of the presidency.
Mr. Johanneson has also mentioned that he believes that Sri Lanka will be able to successfully face economic challenges while maintaining social harmony.
Commenting on the high inflation experienced by Sri Lanka, it was noted that inflation is a common problem that Iceland also recognizes very well.
The President of Iceland has also highlighted the importance of everyone working together on issues such as recent epidemics and environmental threats.