China and Sri Lanka: Partners in Achieving National Dreams

COLOMBO (News 1st); Zhu Yanwei, Deputy Chief of Mission of the Chinese Embassy, emphasized the strong ties between China and Sri Lanka, highlighting the shared aspirations of both nations.

He highlighted the efforts of the Chinese people under the leadership of the Chinese Communist Party and President Xi to achieve the "Chinese dream" of modernization and national rejuvenation.

Zhu noted that Sri Lanka also has a dream of becoming a prosperous, digitalized nation free from poverty. He expressed China's commitment to supporting Sri Lanka in achieving this dream, emphasizing the shared future between the two nations.

Following the economic downturn in Sri Lanka last year, the Chinese government provided 40 million rupees in cash assistance and 400 million rupees in material aid. Zhu assured that China would continue to offer support and work closely with Sri Lanka to provide necessary assistance in the long term.