Chinese Ambassador meets Speaker

Chinese Ambassador meets Speaker

Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Sri Lanka – Mr. Qi Zhenhong met with the Speaker – Mahinda Yapa Abeywardana, today (19) in Parliament.

Acting Secretary General of Parliament Mr. Chaminda Kularatne was also present at this meeting.

The Chinese Ambassador conveyed the greetings of the Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress of the People’s Republic of China (Speaker of the Parliament of the People’s Republic of China) Mr. Zhao Leji for the new year to Mr. Abeywardena.

Furthermore, cordial discussions were held between the two parties and the Chinese Ambassador stated his appreciation of Sri Lanka’s support regarding the ‘One China’ Policy. Mr. Abeywardena had stated that as a government, Sri Lanka always accepts the ‘One China’ policy.

Apart from the stated, discussions at length were held between the two parties regarding Chinese investment and development projects in Sri Lanka, including the Colombo Port City Project.

courtesy island.lk