Mon Sep 23 01:50:38 UTC 2024: ## India Congratulates Sri Lanka’s New President, Pledges Enhanced Cooperation
**New Delhi, India** – Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Anura Kumara Dissanayake on his victory in the recent Sri Lankan presidential elections. In a tweet, Prime Minister Modi expressed his hope for closer cooperation with the new Sri Lankan government.
“Congratulations @anuradisanayake, on your victory in the Sri Lankan Presidential elections,” Modi wrote. “Sri Lanka holds a special place in India’s Neighbourhood First Policy and Vision SAGAR. I look forward to working closely with you to further strengthen our multifaceted cooperation for the benefit of our people and the entire region.”
The statement highlights India’s commitment to strengthening ties with Sri Lanka, emphasizing its importance within the country’s “Neighbourhood First Policy” and “Vision SAGAR” – a strategic vision for India’s maritime security in the Indian Ocean region. Prime Minister Modi’s message signals a positive outlook for enhanced bilateral cooperation between the two nations in areas of mutual interest.
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