The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has pledged its support to the Government of Sri Lanka in its efforts to create a developed and prosperous nation.
In a high-level discussion held at the Presidential Secretariat on Thursday (12), the United Arab Emirates Ambassador to Sri Lanka H.E. Mr. Khaled Nasser Al Ameri assured the President Mr. Anura Kumara Dissanayake about the commitment of the United Arab Emirates to strengthen bilateral relations.
They plans to increase investments in Sri Lanka and share technical expertise in digitization and modern technology.

The discussion drew attention to the unique role played by the 150,000 Sri Lankans currently working in the United Arab Emirates. Both sides explored ways to expand employment opportunities for Sri Lankan workers in the UAE and further strengthen economic ties.
The United Arab Emirates, Sri Lanka’s sixth largest export market, has been identified as a key area for growth. The diversification and expansion of Sri Lankan exports to the United Arab Emirates was discussed here.

The Ambassador extended an official invitation to President Dissanayake to visit the United Arab Emirates
Ahmed M.A.A. Attended this meeting. Al Shehi, Minister of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Colombo, further strengthening the cooperation between the two countries.