Sri Lanka's President-elect Dissanayake thanks PM Modi, lays stress on strengthening ties

Sri Lanka President-designate Anura Kumara Dissanayake thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday for his congratualtory wishes on winning elections.

In a post on X, Dissanayake highlighted strengthening ties between India and Sri Lanka and stressed working towards enhancing cooperation.

"Thank you, Prime Minister Modi, for your kind words and support. I share your commitment to strengthening the ties between our nations. Together, we can work towards enhancing cooperation for the benefit of our peoples and the entire region," Dissanayake said.


Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Anura Kumara Dissanayake following his win in the Sri Lankan Presidential election on Sunday.

In a post on X, PM Modi said that the island country holds a special place in India's Neighbourhood First Policy and Vision SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region), which focusses on concerted cooperative measures for sustainable use of oceans and provides a framework for a safe, secure and stable maritime domain in the region.

High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka, Santosh Jha, also conveyed greetings to Dissanayake.