Sri Lanka reiterates its territory won’t be used against India
The Indian Defence Ministry in a statement issued yesterday (09) quoted President Anura Kumara Dissanayake as having assured visiting Defence Minister Rajnath Singh that Sri Lanka would never allow its territory to be used for activities inimical to India’s security interests. The text of the Indian press release: “Visiting Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh called […]
Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in Colombo on September 9, 2026. The leaders discussed various aspects of their strong bilateral relationship. Both emphasized their commitment to peace, security, and regional development. President Dissanayake reiterated that Sri Lanka would not use its territory for activities against India's security.
The two nations signed MoUs for upgrading air defence guns for the Sri Lankan Air Force and established academic and NCC cooperation between their respective institutions.
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