Indian External Affairs Minister arrives in Sri Lanka

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June 20, Colombo (LNW): The Indian Minister of External Affairs, S. Jaishankar, has highlighted Sri Lanka’s significance in India’s ‘Neighbourhood First’ and ‘Security and Growth for All in the Region’ (SAGAR) policies during his official visit to the island nation.

Minister Jaishankar was greeted upon arrival by State Minister of Foreign Affairs Tharaka Balasuriya and Eastern Province Governor Senthil Thondaman.

This marks his inaugural visit to Sri Lanka since being reappointed under Prime Minister Modi’s administration following the recent elections.

Expressing his anticipation for the visit, Minister Jaishankar mentioned that he looks forward to engaging with the Sri Lankan leadership.

His itinerary includes courtesy visits to President Ranil Wickremesinghe and Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena.

Additionally, Minister Jaishankar and his delegation are set to hold discussions with Foreign Minister Ali Sabry at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

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