India, Sri Lanka Discuss Parliamentary Coop.

2025-08-28 03:03:14

(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) NEW DELHI, Aug 28 (KUNA) -- India and Sri Lanka on Thursday held discussions on parliamentary collaboration as a high-level delegation from Sri Lanka-India Parliamentary Friendship Association met Indian Parliament (Lok Sabha) Speaker Om Birla at the Parliament House complex in New Delhi.
A statement from the Lok Sabha Secretariat said that Om Birla welcomed 24-member high level Sri Lanka-India Parliamentary Friendship Association delegation led by Minister of Health and Mass Communication of Sri Lanka Nalinda Jayatissa.
"India and Sri Lanka share deep historical, cultural and civilisational ties. Today, these bonds have evolved into a strong, multi-dimensional partnership. Sri Lanka holds a special place in India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy and 'Vision SAGAR'," Birla said.
He emphasized the need for institutional cooperation and regular dialogue between the parliaments of both countries to share democratic practices and the experiences of elected representatives.
Birla underlined the shared heritage of India and Sri Lanka with deep-rooted cultural and people-to-people connections.
He termed the development of religious tourism circuits, along with cultural exchanges as strong foundation for bilateral relations.
"The use of AI technology and digital innovations in the Indian Parliament has enhanced transparency, efficiency and ease of functioning, promoting paperless proceedings," Birla said while promising to share these innovations with other nations.
Jayatissa thanked India for being the first responder during Sri Lanka's economic crisis and praised India's role in ensuring peace and stability in the Indian Ocean region. India's cooperation in health and education is a lifeline for Sri Lanka, he said.
"India-Sri Lanka cooperation is increasingly focused on investment-led development, grant assistance, trade, tourism, education, and cultural exchanges," the statement said.
Both the neighbouring countries have signed several agreements in defence, energy, health, communications, and religious tourism. (end)
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