China’s Vice Minister calls on Mahinda Rajapaksa in Beijing

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China’s Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sun Weidong, called on former President Mahinda Rajapaksa in Beijing today and reiterated the strong partnership between China and Sri Lanka.

Referring to President Rajapaksa as an "old friend of China," Vice Minister Sun recalled the historic visit of President Xi Jinping to Sri Lanka in 2014 during Rajapaksa's tenure.

Vice Minister Sun Weidong emphasized that Sri Lanka and China remain very good partners in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).

He assured that China would extend its utmost support to promote the economic and social development of Sri Lanka, in line with China's Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence and President Xi's vision for a shared future for mankind.

Rajapaksa expressed his gratitude for China's steadfast support in Sri Lanka’s development and requested continued cooperation in the future. The former President is in Beijing to participate in the conference marking the 70th anniversary of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, attended by Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang.

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Still In Control Of The Government Friday, 28 June 2024 02:34 PM

Very obvious the Paka’s have control in the affairs of the country. Ranil is just planted in there to follow instructions given by the brothers and he will enjoy the perks and extras of being a “puppet” of them! That’s why till today, he’s not arrange to bring to justice all the corruption and unresolved prominent murder cases over the years.

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Dayaka Sabhawa Saturday, 29 June 2024 10:01 AM

China is wise to receive him by a vice minister. What control the collective morons have over the country? They just dancing to the tune of IMF and creditors and their voters dancing Bali-Thovil.

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DOT Friday, 28 June 2024 02:38 PM

Sorry to ask : Is he in good state of mind to represent Sri Lanka?

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Romesh Friday, 28 June 2024 02:50 PM

What is MR discussing? Settling in China when Anura becomes the President.?Anura is going to open up old books and probably all his Family members including himself in prison

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Dayaka Sabhava Saturday, 29 June 2024 10:23 AM

What are the JVP's plans to face economic crisis? What the country achieve only by sending Anura's former political mentor to jail who is too old and nearing death? Rajapaksha younger generation should be in jail but JVP cannot do that because their political future relies on Pohottu goons votes and these rich

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Priyantha Ellepola Friday, 28 June 2024 03:17 PM

More loans from communist crooks to sink the country once and for all.

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Ram Friday, 28 June 2024 03:20 PM

Zombie Ranil failing to restructure the debts MR is visiting to get relief as a gratitude for all the business MR channelled to China during his time.

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Ron Friday, 28 June 2024 03:22 PM

Big MR is the man ..give him one more chance he will make everyone happy again.....cost of living inflation business sentiments he only have to curve the culprits

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ACA Friday, 28 June 2024 03:25 PM

More bribe and land grab discussion.

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S.H.Moulana Friday, 28 June 2024 03:31 PM

Who will call this a 'high level' meeting?

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Lost Guy Friday, 28 June 2024 03:33 PM

Look at him sitting as the KING of Sri Lanka! But it is little more than a lost demented soul. What a wretch! Sri Lankans must rest assured that this pathetic wretch or any of their pathetic family members never enter the Government again. Because he only comes for the money and not for the people, because they don't interest him at all!

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Patcitz Friday, 28 June 2024 04:17 PM

Twin countries' engangement in development projects in Sri Lanka during HE Mahinda Rajapaksa and Xi Jinping was a GOLDEN ERA.

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When will be he will retire Friday, 28 June 2024 04:20 PM

Mahinda Percy Rajapaksha, a 78-year-old two-time President and two-time Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, continues to hold political office despite concerns about his prolonged tenure and perceived greed for power. There are calls to amend the constitution to establish an age limit, barring individuals over 70 from seeking elected positions. Critics argue that Sri Lankan voters exhibit selective amnesia by repeatedly electing long-standing politicians. Many advocate for a generational shift in leadership to empower the youth in governing the country. Concerns persist about the potential impact of Rajapaksha's actions on Sri Lanka's economy, compounded by his family's involvement in governance. The influence of external powers, such as China, through the Rajapaksha clan raises apprehensions about unsustainable projects and loans. It is crucial for citizens to engage in democratic processes, promote transparency, and advocate for accountable governance to shape a better future for Sri Lanka

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CitizenP Friday, 28 June 2024 04:48 PM

Gone to collect the balance money?

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sss Friday, 28 June 2024 05:45 PM

Mr. Minister, Rajapassas are not your friends. They misused and mismanaged aid and loans given by China to SL people, Unfortunately you did not check on their wholesale stealing and mismanagement of funds. Now because of what Rajapassas did SL people do not have a very good opinion of China

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Nimal Friday, 28 June 2024 05:50 PM

Both r useless in the office and power. Waste of money on flight ticket

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ROSH Friday, 28 June 2024 06:48 PM

Excellent news. I am so glad the power player met minister of vice to asking more loans to fund his non profitable projects and commission base rouge development.

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Sambo Saturday, 29 June 2024 08:00 AM

Has he gone to invest the stolen monies in China. He and his family are the down fall of this country.

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Maja Hoffmann Saturday, 29 June 2024 10:33 AM

And the bottle of wine in the corner lol. MR the known drunken helding high level talks. . . People of SL don’t let yourself fool again by this family no matter how difficult the situation is at the moment. If you don’t have someone young without the SL attitude of profiting for themselves when in power then think wisely and on a long term. It’s easy to blame RW but what about the people around e.g in parliament and so? It’s those people you have to change and get new guys who really care about the country and its people but have the ability and knowledge to lead the country to its glory and who are not interested in big vehicles (like SP) and other luxurious good.

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