Strengthening Ties: Sri Lanka and India’s Joint Endeavor for Economic Growth through Capacity Building
Sri Lanka and India have joined forces in a strategic partnership aimed at fostering economic prosperity through a comprehensive capacity-building initiative.
A high-profile Sri Lankan delegation, led by Prime Minister’s Secretary Anura Dissanayake, is currently on an official visit to India from February 12 to 17.
The primary objective of this visit is to gain valuable insights into India’s recent endeavors to enhance the quality of its public service and effectively implement policy improvements.
During their stay, the 14-member delegation will prioritize capacity development within Sri Lankan government institutions, with a focus on contributing to the nation’s overall economic growth.
The President’s Media Division (PMD) has outlined the delegation’s extensive program, which includes in-depth discussions with various Indian institutions. The sessions, scheduled at India’s National Centre for Good Governance, will cover critical areas such as digitalization, capacity development, anti-corruption measures, and investment facilitation.
The delegates are expected to hold meetings with key Indian officials, including the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Minister of State for Personnel, and the Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister. These discussions aim to explore opportunities for enhanced collaboration between the two nations.
The capacity-building initiative is a significant stride towards achieving shared objectives of economic prosperity and sustainable development for both Sri Lanka and India.
The PMD emphasized that this initiative underscores the commitment of both nations to leverage their collective potential for mutual benefit and regional stability.
The roots of this collaborative effort trace back to discussions between Bharat Lal, the Director General of India’s National Centre for Good Governance, and senior Sri Lankan officials, including President Ranil Wickremesinghe and Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena.