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Chinese President Xi Jinping and Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake pledged to supercharge Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) cooperation this week, focusing on modern agriculture, digital innovation, and marine economy projects. The leaders emphasized creating a 'community with a shared future' during talks in Beijing, marking 68 years of diplomatic ties.
President Xi highlighted that China's modernization efforts will unlock new opportunities for Sri Lanka's development, while both nations aim to deliver 'tangible benefits' through high-quality infrastructure and tech collaborations. From AI-driven farming to sustainable ocean ventures, the partnership is diversifying beyond traditional BRI projects.
Xi praised the strategic cooperative partnership between the countries, calling it a model of mutually beneficial diplomacy. Analysts say this signals a shift toward value-added sectors, blending Sri Lanka's geostrategic Indian Ocean position with China's tech prowess.
President Dissanayake's state visit—his first since taking office—reflects Colombo's push to stabilize its economy through partnerships. With over a decade of BRI projects already reshaping regional connectivity, this new chapter could redefine South Asia's economic playbook.
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The leaders emphasized creating a 'community with a shared future' during talks in Beijing, marking 68 years of diplomatic ties.
