Discussions on further strengthening bilateral relations between Sri Lanka and China and expanding cooperation in support of Sri Lanka’s economic development were held yesterday afternoon (14) at the Ministry of Finance.

The meeting was held between Mr. Wei Huaxiang, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Sri Lanka and Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando, Minister of Labour and Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning.

During the meeting, both parties exchanged views on the support China could extend to strengthen Sri Lanka’s economy and on potential areas for further expanding economic cooperation between the two countries.

The discussions also focused on the importance of building on the longstanding friendship between Sri Lanka and China and further strengthening bilateral relations through cooperation in support of Sri Lanka’s economic development.

The meeting was attended by Mr. Prabath Chandrakeerthi, Chief of Staff to the President; Mr. Indika Premarathna, Director General of the National Planning Department; and officials of the External Resources Department (ERD) of the Ministry of Finance.

The Chinese delegation comprised Mr. Tang Yandi, Counsellor in charge of Economic and Commercial Affairs; Ms. Meng Yue, Attaché; Ms. Lu Wenjing, Third Secretary; and Ms. Li Xinwei, Attaché.