Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe has expressed strong support for the joint statement issued by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on December 16, 2024. In a special statement, Wickremesinghe emphasized that the agreement will serve to further stabilize and enhance cooperation between India and Sri Lanka, calling it a positive step forward for both nations.
Wickremesinghe specifically praised President Dissanayake for his decision to move forward with the Economic and Technical Cooperation Agreement (ETCA), which aims to deepen economic ties between the two countries. He also highlighted the development of Trincomalee as a regional energy and industrial hub, a project he believes will boost Sri Lanka’s economic growth and strengthen its position in the region. Wickremesinghe expressed confidence that these initiatives will contribute to long-term stability and prosperity in Sri Lanka, underscoring the importance of collaboration between neighboring countries in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
This statement from Wickremesinghe reflects his continued belief in the strategic importance of Indo-Lanka relations and the potential benefits of greater cooperation in areas such as trade, energy, and industrial development.
