Rajnath Singh meets Sri Lankan President Anura Dissanayake in Colombo
· World · The Hindu, Times of India
Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived in Colombo for a three-day visit to strengthen bilateral ties and cooperation. During the visit, he held a meeting with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, whom he congratulated on completing two years in office. Singh described the two nations as civilizational cousins and maritime partners, emphasizing a commitment to regional security and prosperity. This marks the first visit by an Indian Defence Minister to Sri Lanka in 38 years.
Why it matters
This visit signals high-level diplomatic engagement between India and Sri Lanka, focusing on critical maritime security and regional stability.
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