Chinese Minister of Commerce Meets with President

COLOMBO : Chinese investors express keen interest in investing in Sri Lanka in light of the
current government’s transparent policy framework
The Minister of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China, Mr. Wang Wentao, who is currently
on an official visit to Sri Lanka, met with President Anura Kumara Disanayake this afternoon (29)
at the Presidential Secretariat for discussions.
Minister Wang noted that, considering the current political and economic stability in Sri Lanka,
along with the clear policy direction being pursued by President Disanayake’s administration, there
has been a notable rise in interest from Chinese investors looking to invest in the country.
He further stated that this visit undertaken with the participation of over 100 Chinese investors
demonstrates a solid dedication to enhancing economic collaboration between the two nations.
The discussion also focused on the importance of working together to achieve mutually beneficial
trade and economic goals during this challenging period. In light of global economic instability, the
Chinese Minister of Commerce reiterated China’s commitment to providing the necessary support
to Sri Lanka.
One of the key objectives of Minister Wang Wentao’s visit is to follow up on the agreements
reached during President Anura Kumara Disanayake’s recent visit to China. The two sides also
discussed the timely completion of on-going development projects in Sri Lanka with Chinese
government support, as well as the prompt implementation of proposed new initiatives.
The Chinese delegation included H.E. Qi Zhenhong, Ambassador of China to Sri Lanka, Mr. Wang
Liping, Director General of the Department of Asian Affairs and Ms. Shu Jueting, Director General
of the Department of Foreign Affairs.
Representing Sri Lanka, Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative
Development Wasantha Samarasinghe Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake
and Senior Additional Secretary to the President Roshan Gamage, along with other officials, were
also present at the occasion.