Both rivals India and China have vied for influence in the island country that sits strategically along shipping routes in the Indian Ocean

Dissanayake said that India's economic support is critical in realizing his vision of a prosperous Sri Lanka, as the island nation emerges from the worst economic crisis in its independent history. "Our conversations focused on strengthening Indo-Sri Lanka economic cooperation,

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake assured Prime Minister Narendra Modi that Colombo would not allow its soil to be used for activities against India.

That Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s first overseas visit after assuming office is to India signals the importance the new Sri Lankan President has attached to the relationship.

Sri Lanka assures India its soil won`t be used against India`s interests. Both nations agree on defense cooperation, energy ties, and debt restructuring.

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake of Sri Lanka assured that his nation's land would not be utilised for any actions harmful to India. His statement was made following a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi.

The proposal for establishing a pipeline between Tamil Nadu and Sri Lanka is expected to ensure an affordable and reliable supply of fuel to Sri Lanka

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake was hosted by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his first overseas visit since assuming office that focused on shoring up ties as concerns grew over China’s influence in the region.

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake vowed to bolster ties with India Monday on his first overseas visit as head of state, with a red carpet welcome by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.Modi said he was "happy" that India was Dissanayake's first foreign visit,

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held discussions with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, focusing on key bilateral issues, including trade, investment, connectivity and energy and said that the two nations will work together to strengthen the fight against terrorism and organised crime.