Jaishankar holds talks with Lankan minister; discusses India-assisted projects, seeks early release of Indian fishermen
The Hindu
Mr. Jaishankar said he assured that India will take up with other international partners initiatives to support Sri Lanka at this important juncture.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Saturday held discussions with Sri Lankan Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa on projects by India that would strengthen the economy of the island nation and sought an early release of detained Indian fishermen on humanitarian considerations.
During the meeting, Mr. Jaishankar conveyed that India has always stood with Sri Lanka, and will continue to support that country in all possible ways for overcoming the economic and other challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, a statement issued by the Ministry of External Affairs said.
As close friends and maritime neighbours, both India and Sri Lanka stand to gain from closer economic interlinkages, the external affairs minister conveyed during the virtual interaction.