Mr. Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, said that China is willing to support the industrialization process and agricultural modernization development of Sri Lanka to free the country from poverty.
He said this in the meeting held yesterday (16) between Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena who is attending the China-South Asian Exhibition in Kuming, China.
The Prime Minister expressed his gratitude to China for its support in protecting the independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Sri Lanka. He also said that Sri Lanka will follow the global initiatives presented by President Xi Jinping together with China. The Prime Minister also said that it is the government’s desire to expand cooperation including economic and trade investments between the two countries.
Foreign Minister Mr. Wang Yi said that China appreciates Sri Lanka’s continued friendly attitude towards China. He also praised Sri Lanka’s support to China in activities related to China’s central interests.
Together with Sri Lanka, China is ready to exchange ideas on governance experiences and strengthen cooperation in various fields. China also supports Sri Lanka in dealing with crises including the debt problem in a practical manner.
