Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe, currently on a visit to China, has conducted significant discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The President's visit to China is in the context of the third international forum of the Belt and Road initiative, a global infrastructure and economic development project led by China.

During the high-level talks, President Xi Jinping reaffirmed China's commitment to supporting Sri Lanka's growth-oriented economic transformation. The Belt and Road initiative, which aims to promote economic cooperation and connectivity, has the potential to play a pivotal role in advancing Sri Lanka's economic development.

Both leaders expressed their mutual dedication to further strengthening the robust partnership between the two nations and expanding their extensive cooperation in various fields. The commitment to cooperation across multiple sectors, including trade, infrastructure development, and technology exchange, underscores the enduring bond between Sri Lanka and China.

President Wickremesinghe's visit to China and the discussions held with President Xi Jinping exemplify the significance of international partnerships in driving economic growth and fostering global collaboration.