Reflecting the strength of bilateral friendship

Sri Lankan President, Maithripala Sirisena has arrived in Pakistan on a three-day official visit. Governor Sindh Muhammad Zubair received him at Karachi airport yesterday afternoon. Maithripala Sirisena will be the Guest of Honour on Pakistan Day parade.

This is the first time a Sri Lankan leader received such an invitation to be the chief guest on the national day of Pakistan, and it reflects the strength of bilateral friendship and ties. The president will also hold discussions with President Mamnoon Hussain and Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi during his visit to Islamabad.

The two countries will also discuss economic, trade and educational relations. Pakistan and Sri Lanka will sign four agreements related to foreign service training, education and tourism, during the president’s visit.