India and Sri Lanka Ink Historic Defence Pact to Boost Military Cooperation

India and Sri Lanka Ink Historic Defence Pact to Boost Military Cooperation In a landmark development, India and Sri Lanka signed a major defence agreement on Saturday, marking a new chapter in their military relations. This historic accord, one of seven agreements, aims to institutionalize a framework for deeper engagement between the two countries.During discussions between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, the focus extended beyond defence to involve agreements on developing Trincomalee as an energy hub and power grid connectivity. PM Modi stressed the interdependent security of both nations and urged a humane approach to resolving the fisherman's issue.The meeting highlighted India's commitment to aiding Sri Lanka's economic recovery, announcing a 2.4 billion Lankan rupees support package for the Eastern provinces. Additionally, India agreed to provide economic assistance and pledged support for the Sri Lanka Unique Digital Identity project.

In a landmark development, India and Sri Lanka signed a major defence agreement on Saturday, marking a new chapter in their military relations. This historic accord, one of seven agreements, aims to institutionalize a framework for deeper engagement between the two countries. During discussions between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, the focus extended beyond defence to involve agreements on developing Trincomalee as an energy hub and power grid connectivity.

PM Modi stressed the interdependent security of both nations and urged a humane approach to resolving the fisherman's issue. The meeting highlighted India's commitment to aiding Sri Lanka's economic recovery, announcing a 2.4 billion Lankan rupees support package for the Eastern provinces.

Additionally, India agreed to provide economic assistance and pledged support for the Sri Lanka Unique Digital Identity project. (With inputs from agencies.).