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Modi's Landmark Visit: India and Sri Lanka Forge Defense Pact

4/10/2025

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi's historic visit to Sri Lanka from April 4-6, 2025, ushered in a new era of cooperation, as he became the first foreign leader to be welcomed by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. The two nations solidified their partnership by signing seven agreements, including a pivotal defense pact, underscoring India's dedication to Sri Lanka's economic resurgence and regional stability against the backdrop of rising Chinese influence.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi's historic visit to Sri Lanka from April 4-6, 2025, ushered in a new era of cooperation, as he became the first foreign leader to be welcomed by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. The two nations solidified their partnership by signing seven agreements, including a pivotal defense pact, underscoring India's dedication to Sri Lanka's economic resurgence and regional stability against the backdrop of rising Chinese influence.