President meets Kuwaiti PM

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President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who is currently in the United Arab Emirates to participate in the 2025 World Governments Summit, met with State of Kuwait Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmed Abdullah Al Ahmad Al Sabah yesterday afternoon (11).

During the discussion, President Dissanayake highlighted Sri Lanka’s improved political and financial stability, emphasising expanded potentials in the investment and tourism sectors.

Both leaders focused on strengthening trade relations and diversifying markets between the two countries. They also discussed the importance of exploring new strategic initiatives to enhance economic cooperation.

President Dissanayake expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmed Abdullah Al Ahmad Al Sabah and the State of Kuwait for its support in securing the International Monetary Fund (IMF) loan facility, acknowledging its contribution to Sri Lanka’s economic recovery.

Additionally, the President noted that approximately 155,000 Sri Lankan workers are employed in Kuwait, contributing $ 700 million in annual remittances, which serves as a significant boost to Sri Lanka’s economy.

Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath, accompanied the President on this visit.