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Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa who called Pakistan a close and genuine friend said he discussed with Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan about the enhancement of bilateral cooperation in the fields of trade and other areas such as defence, science and technology.

Making remarks to the media at the joint press conference, he said there was agreement to pursue the   opportunities available within the framework of Free Trade Agreement (FTA).

“We discussed important international and regional issues as well as the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. We further agreed on increasing activities through tourism and aviation sectors, “he said.

He also thanked Pakistan for opening up the corridor for Sri Lankan pilgrims to visit the ancient, Buddhist sites there.  

“Sri Lanka believes political stability and regional peace as the key to sustainable development, economic growth and prosperity in South Asia,” he said.

He said Sri Lanka and Pakistan would continue to fight terrorism, religious extremism and fundamentalism. (Kelum Bandara)


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  • Dee Tuesday, 23 February 2021 10:41 PM

    Please ask for some cash?

    idiot Tuesday, 23 February 2021 11:00 PM

    p.m. who is the best friend,india, Pakistan, or China.

    Jaya Tuesday, 23 February 2021 11:04 PM

    Now best friend day after tomorrow Moslem all enemy. What a drama tomorrow everyone can see wimp and udaya ??? What is our buddist culture. Because tongue have no bones. Any where you can twist

    Buddhika Wednesday, 24 February 2021 07:05 AM

    Best friend is whoever loans the most money.

    Maqshood Wednesday, 24 February 2021 12:17 PM

    Utter shame on you'll. When it comes to getting favors, Muslims and Muslim countries are genuine and good friends. When it comes to their rights, they are the No.1 enemies... Hmmm..

    SANDEEP KULKARNI Wednesday, 24 February 2021 01:28 PM

    Sri Lanka must realize that Pakistan is proxy defending or promoting Chinese interests which are not good for the region. Already Sri Lanka has experienced the Chinese debt trap. Hope they get wiser and get closer to India

    Lankan Wednesday, 24 February 2021 03:52 PM

    Pakistan does not have two faces as others. But others do, one face for bullying through terrorism and the other face for friendship.

    GGT Thursday, 25 February 2021 01:04 AM

    Best friend came to rescue Sri Lanka from LTTE terrorism, later entitled HIS COMMUNITY in Sri Lanka as ISIS

    Denver Thursday, 25 February 2021 05:34 AM

    A Genuine friend? Much like a genuine terrorist, why would you invite these kinda terrorist our country.


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