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Foreign Minister Khaleel to visit Sri Lanka on official visit

Feb 17, 2025, 8:48 AM

Foreign Minister Dr. Abdullah Khaleel. -- Photo: President's Office

Foreign Minister Dr. Abdullah Khaleel is scheduled to pay an official visit to Sri Lanka.

According to a statement from the Sri Lankan Foreign Ministry, Khaleel will arrive in Sri Lanka tomorrow for a four-day trip.

He will meet and hold discussions with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Disanayake and Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya for official talks.

During the talks, they will exchange views on strengthening the long-standing relationship between the two countries and strengthening cooperation in new areas.

The Foreign Minister will be accompanied by the Foreign Secretary Fathimath Inaya.

Foreign Ministry Foreign Minister Dr. Abdulla Haleel Maldives-Sri Lanka relations Sri Lanka

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