29 June 2024 05:55 pm Views - 3514
During their discussions, Xi and Rajapaksa discussed areas of mutual interest and the development projects going forward.
Rajapaksa in a statement on X said he was 'thrilled' to meet his old friend Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the anniversary celebrations and said together, countries should strive to build a peaceful and cooperative world.
Rajapaksa is in Beijing on a four day official visit on an invitation extended by Foreign Minister Wang Yi and during his stay he held discussions with leading Chinese officials.
China last week agreed on a debt restructuring agreement with Sri Lanka along with the Paris Club and India.