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Sri Lanka considering joint tourism initiative with Maldives

25 Feb, 2025

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Sri Lanka is considering implementing a joint tourism initiative with the Maldives.

The proposed initiative was discussed between President Anura Kumara Disanayake and the Maldives High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Masood Imad.

During the meeting, the High Commissioner congratulated the government on its recent electoral victory and expressed his satisfaction with the positive changes taking place in the country following the election results, the President’s Media Division said.

The discussions also emphasized the longstanding 60-year diplomatic relationship between the Maldives and Sri Lanka, focusing on strengthening and advancing this bilateral partnership.

President Anura Kumara Disanayake acknowledged and expressed his appreciation for the Maldives’ unique contributions in fortifying the ties between the two nations.

The meeting was attended by several senior officials, including Senior Additional Secretary to the President Roshan Gamage and Maldivian officials. (Colombo Gazette)

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