I wish to convey our sincere congratulations to the peoples of Sri Lanka on the joyous occasion of the 75th Anniversary of Independence.
I am pleased that our relations, which also marks the 66th year of diplomatic relations, remain close and friendly. The depth and substance of our cooperation has significantly improved over the years in various fields especially trade and investment, education, and tourism.
It is our fervent hope that we could advance our relationship to a higher level despite the current global challenges.