Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is scheduled to visit Sri Lanka next Friday (October 4) for high-level talks with the newly elected President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
The visit, set to last one day, comes as a significant step in solidifying diplomatic ties between the two countries, with several important Indian projects on the agenda.
Traditionally, newly elected Sri Lankan presidents make their first official visit to New Delhi; however, this meeting will mark a shift, with Dr. Jaishankar visiting Colombo instead.
The Indian minister previously met Dissanayake in New Delhi before the elections, indicating strong bilateral discussions ahead.
During his visit, Jaishankar is expected to discuss ongoing and future Indian projects in Sri Lanka, as well as regional cooperation.
The two leaders are also likely to address issues of strategic importance, including maritime security and economic collaboration.