Sri Lanka backs Spain

Monday, 30 October 2017 00:00 - - {{hitsCtrl.values.hits}}

The Sri Lankan Government has declared its support for Spain against the independence declared by Catalonia, the Foreign Ministry said in a statement.

“Sri Lanka and Spain enjoy an enduring friendship and Sri Lanka considers Spain as an important member in Sri Lanka’s partnership with the European Union,” the statement said.

The Government of Sri Lanka unequivocally supports the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Spain, and considers Catalonia an integral part of Spain.

The Government of Sri Lanka urges the pursuit of dialogue for a united Spain in accordance with the rule of law, and within the Spanish constitutional framework.