BEIJING ; Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, who is in Beijing for the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women has held discussions with China’s top political advisor Wang Huning today (13).
During the meeting, Prime Minister Amarasuriya congratulated China on the successful hosting of the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women.
She said Sri Lanka highly values its relations with China and is willing to work with China to deepen practical cooperation in economy, education, tourism and other fields, and elevate bilateral relations to new heights.
Meanwhile, Wang, the chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), said China is willing to work with Sri Lanka to implement the important consensus reached by the two countries’ heads of state and deepen high-quality Belt and Road cooperation.
Wang added that the National Committee of the CPPCC is willing to make active contributions to this end.
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya arrived in Beijing, China, on 12 October for an official visit to attend the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women 2025, upon the invitation of the Government of the People’s Republic of China. On her arrival, she was welcomed by Ms. Cao Shumin, Minister of the National Radio and Television Administration.
During the first day’s programme, the Prime Minister visited the Forbidden City and the Great Wall of China. The Forbidden City (Palace Museum), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, showcases imperial architecture and nationally curated collections. The Great Wall, also a UNESCO site, stands as a symbol of China’s historical ingenuity and ongoing conservation efforts.
In the coming days, the Prime Minister will attend the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women 2025 and hold high-level bilateral meetings, including with President Xi Jinping and the Premier of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China, Li Qiang.
