Sri Lanka, India united against terrorism, says Rajapaksa
Praising new Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “inspirational qualities of leadership”, Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa said yesterday that Colombo was one with New Delhi against terrorism.
In a message to Modi after he took oath as India’s 14th prime minister, Rajapaksa said: “Your victory rewards your tireless commitment to serving the people of India. It recognises your inspirational qualities of leadership and represents the hopes and aspirations of the Indian polity.
“In electing (you) as their prime minister, the people of India have unambiguously chosen the path of change, development and effective leadership,” he added.
He said Indians had reposed “their steadfast faith in you, and on your party and its alliance partners, to preside over their destiny for the next five years with a strong and decisive mandate”.
Rajapaksa said: “Today, we are united in our struggle against terrorism and nation building efforts.
“Our two countries enjoy a multifaceted relationship encompassing all areas of contemporary relevance, and India has emerged as a pre-eminent partner in development and commercial activities across Sri Lanka.
“I am confident that the warm and friendly relations that have long existed between our two countries will continue to be strengthened and consolidated under your able stewardship.
“I keenly look forward to working with you in close cooperation to realise this goal.”
(Courtesy: Ceylon Today)

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