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Moragoda seeks bilateral cooperation with India’s transport sector
High Commissioner Milinda Moragoda Friday met India’s Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari in New Delhi to discuss bilateral cooperation in the transport sector, Moragoda’s office announced.
The cordial discussion focused on collaboration and partnership between the two countries in the transport sector with Moragoda requesting Gadkari’s assistance in sharing India’s experience in public-private partnerships in highways with Sri Lanka through a platform set up for this purpose.
He suggested that Indian investors could be encouraged to positively look at investment opportunities in Sri Lanka’s infrastructure. Minister Gadkari expressed his support to these proposals.
As India aims to become a developed economy by 2047, its government has focused on boosting infrastructure, including highways and the road network. India’s spending on infrastructure has gone up several times over the last decade to hit a record Rs 10 trillion for the next financial year.
The discussion included the electrified mobility sector with India sharing with Sri Lanka its experience, expertise and best practices in the electrical vehicle industry. Moragoda also sought the minister’s assistance in encouraging Indian private companies from this sector to invest in Sri Lanka.
The interaction included Moragoda briefing the Indian minister on the economic revival programme in Sri Lanka and observing that India is playing a pivotal role in it. He also presented a copy of his policy roadmap the ” Integrated Country Strategy for Sri Lanka Diplomatic Missions in India 2021/2023″ to Gadkari who in turn presented a copy of his latest book ‘Unmasking India’ to the High Commissioner.
Hailing from the State of Maharashtra, Shri Nitin Gadkari is the longest serving Minister for Road Transport and Highways of India with a tenure running for over eight years in this post since 2014.
He also served as the President of the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) from 2009 to 2013. Previously, he has held the ministerial portfolios of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises; Shipping; Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation; and Rural Development & Panchayati Raj. He has authored several books as well.
The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Sahyadri arrived at the Port of Colombo on a formal visit on Friday [04 Apr 25]. The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions.
INS Sahyadri is a 143m long Frigate manned by a crew of 320 and the ship is commanded by Captain Rajat Kumar.
During their visit to the crew of INS Sahyadri will participate in events hosted by the Sri Lanka Navy, aimed to strengthen bilateral ties. They will also visit several tourist hotspots across the country.
Concluding the visit, INS Sahyadri is scheduled to set sail from Colombo on 07 Apr
Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF) BUNGO and ETAJIMA which arrived in Sri Lanka on a goodwill visit on 01 Apr 25, departed the island on Friday [04 Apr].
The Sri Lanka Navy bade customary farewell to the departing ships at the Port of Colombo, following naval traditions. Upon leaving, the duo of ships engaged in a successful Passage Exercise (PASSEX) with SLNS Vijayabahu. The PASSEX involved training exercises in communication and tactical maneuvering, concluding with the traditional cheer ship salute.
During their stay in Colombo, crew members of the JMSDF ships took part in several programmes organized by the Sri Lanka Navy, aimed at enhancing mutual cooperation. In addition, they also explored some tourist attractions in Colombo. Further, personnel of Sri Lanka Navy had the opportunity to visit JMSDF BUNGO and ETAJIMA, gaining insights into their operational capabilities.
The Commanding Officers of JMSDF BUNGO and ETAJIMA, Commander TANAKA Koji and Commander ODA Takayuki called on Commander Western Naval Area, and Director General Operations, on 01 Apr.
The official welcoming ceremony for the Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, who arrived in Sri Lanka on Friday (April 4) night for a three-day state visit, is currently underway at Independence Square in Colombo.
INS Sahyadri arrives at Port of Colombo
JMSDF BUNGO and ETAJIMA depart island
Ceremonial reception for Indian PM Narendra Modi commences
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