Chinese Ambassador calls on Minister Vijitha Herath

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Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Sri Lanka Qi Zhenhong called on Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath recently, to discuss multi-faceted support to be considered for Sri Lanka following cyclone Ditwah, based on a needs assessment.

During the meeting, Minister Herath expressed deep appreciation for China’s continued support to Sri Lanka, including in the aftermath of the recent adverse weather conditions.

Further, the Minister reiterated Sri Lanka’s longstanding support for the One China Policy in line with UN General Assembly resolution 2758 and reaffirmed that Sri Lanka continues to recognise the Government of the People’s Republic of China as the sole legal Government representing the whole of China.