Indian Vice President Meets Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa

21-Apr-2026

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Indian Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan, currently on an official visit to Sri Lanka, met and held discussions with Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa.

The meeting was held on 19 April at the Taj Samudra Hotel in Colombo.

Issuing a statement on the meeting, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said:

“We warmly welcome Indian Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan to Sri Lanka on his first official bilateral visit.

We engaged in constructive discussions on expanding trade, strengthening economic ties, and opening practical opportunities that would benefit both nations.

Sri Lanka and India are not merely neighbours, but true partners with a shared history, shared challenges, and a shared future. The time has come to move forward with ambition, determination and confidence to ensure that the benefits of this partnership reach all citizens.”