The head of the high-level delegation from the People’s Republic of China, who is currently visiting Sri Lanka has assured that China will continue to assist Sri Lanka for the success of the country’s development drive.

The seven- member delegation led by Yang Jiechi, Politburo member of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Director of the Office of the Foreign Affairs Commission of the CPC Central Committee met President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (9).

“The present status of bilateral relations between China and Sri Lanka is highly satisfactory. Maintaining and promoting this friendship is a key priority of President Xi Jingping,” the head of the delegation said adding that China will firmly stand with Sri Lanka to protect the country’s independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity at international fora including United Nations Human Rights Council.

President Gotabaya Rajapaksa also asked China to purchase more goods to reduce a large trade deficit and also invest in a technology university during a visit of a delegation led by ex-Foreign Minister Jang Jiechi.

“Sri Lanka has a strong private sector,” President Gotabaya had said.
 
“They manufacture various products. Open the Chinese market for these items. Encourage Chinese investors to invest in Sri Lanka. Promote Chinese people to visit Sri Lanka.”

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