Modi and Disanayaka underscored the common challenges faced by the two nations in the Indian Ocean and vowed to work together in countering traditional and non-traditional threats as well as to ensure a free,

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

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.

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

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.

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.

Sri Lanka's Dissanayake assures India its territory won't be used against its interests, enhancing security cooperation amid concerns over Chinese vessels.

In India-Sri Lanka Joint Press Statement, Sri Lankan President made a big promise to India and said that they will not allow our land to be used against India's interest. Source: DD

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, during his maiden overseas visit to India, assured New Delhi that Sri Lanka's territory would not be used against India’s security interests. The commitment was made following his wide-ranging discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Monday.

Dissanayake’s assurances are seen as crucial to India over concerns about a growing number of visits to Sri Lanka by Chinese research or surveillance vessels