April 03, Colombo (LNW): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced that he will undertake an official visit to Sri Lanka from April 04 to 06, with a focus on strengthening the longstanding ties between the two nations.
His visit follows the recent high-profile trip of Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to India, during which both countries reaffirmed their commitment to deepening cooperation across multiple sectors.
In a statement issued ahead of his tour, which also includes a stop in Thailand, Prime Minister Modi emphasised that the visit to Colombo would provide an opportunity to assess the progress made on key bilateral initiatives.
He highlighted the importance of reviewing the implementation of the joint vision, Fostering Partnerships for a Shared Future, which aims to enhance collaboration in economic development, security, and cultural exchanges.
The Indian leader expressed optimism that the visit would build on the achievements of past engagements and pave the way for further strengthening diplomatic and economic ties.
He reiterated that fostering a closer relationship between India and Sri Lanka would not only benefit both countries but also contribute to stability and growth in the wider region.
My visit to Sri Lanka will take place from the 4th till the 6th. This visit comes after the successful visit of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to India. We will review the multifaceted India-Sri Lanka friendship and discuss newer avenues of cooperation. I look forward to the…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 3, 2025
