President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, during his participation in the World Governments Summit 2025.
The discussions, also attended by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Defence Minister of the UAE, focused on strengthening global coordination and fostering collaboration to address economic and developmental challenges.
Sheikh Mohammed praised Sri Lanka’s commitment to enhancing international partnerships and sharing expertise in governance and strategic sectors. He reiterated the UAE’s support for further strengthening bilateral ties, building on the remarkable progress achieved in recent years.
President Dissanayake expressed gratitude for the UAE’s continued support in developing key sectors in Sri Lanka, highlighting the advancements in investment, trade, and tourism. He also commended the World Governments Summit for its role in equipping global leaders with strategic insights to enhance governance, explore new opportunities, and address emerging challenges.
