Colombo, March 29 (ANI): Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Sunday expressed gratitude to India after 38,000 metric tonnes of fuel arrived in Colombo amid disruptions caused by the West Asia crisis.
In a post on X, Dissanayake said he had spoken with Prime Minister Narendra Modi about the fuel supply disruptions and thanked India for its swift support, also acknowledging External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar for his coordination.
The Prime Minister’s Office said Modi spoke by phone with President Dissanayake on March 24 to discuss the evolving West Asia situation, focusing on disruptions to global energy security. Both leaders emphasized the importance of keeping shipping lanes open and secure, reviewed progress on India–Sri Lanka energy cooperation, and reaffirmed commitments under India’s Neighbourhood First policy and the MAHASAGAR vision. They agreed to stay in touch.
On March 23, Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath, discussing the repercussions of the West Asia conflict. Jaishankar noted India’s commitment to Neighbourhood First and Vision MAHASAGAR.
The outreach to Colombo comes as several neighbouring countries have sought additional fuel supplies from India to manage shortages stemming from the crisis. (ANI)
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