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Both sides are also expected to sign agreements on the development of solar-power plants and trade cooperation in several sectors
Published: 8:00am, 3 Apr 2025
Sri Lanka’s President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi pose for photos ahead of their meeting in New Delhi in December. Photo: Reuters
The visit by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Sri Lanka is seen as another step by New Delhi to counter China’s rising influence and presence on the island nation, with observers citing a landmark defence pact to be signed by the South Asian neighbours.
Delhi and Colombo will finalise key agreements such as the set-up of solar-power plants during Modi’s trip over the weekend, following up on talks that began when Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake visited India in December.
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