Dubai: Pakistan and Sri Lanka have agreed to increase high-level exchanges and explore new opportunities for enhanced cooperation. This understanding was reached during a meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on the margins of the World Governments Summit in Dubai today. This was the first in-person interaction between the two leaders.

According to Radio Pakistan, the two leaders recalled the historical linkages between their countries and agreed to build on the existing goodwill. They discussed key aspects of bilateral relations, focusing on areas such as trade, defense and security, education, religious tourism, and sports.

The Sri Lankan President expressed appreciation for the cordial and time-tested relations between the two countries. He also shared his fond memories of the 1996 cricket world cup final that took place in Lahore, highlighting the strong cultural ties between the nations.