Joint Press Conference chaired by Presidents of Iran and Sri Lanka

President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized that Global South countries must capitalize on their strengths and collaborate effectively.

He underscored the importance of their voices in tackling global challenges like climate change, food security, debt management, digitization, technological advancement, and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. 

President Ranil Wickremesinghe, expressing delight over Sri Lanka and Iran’s collaborative efforts towards fostering peace, security, and regional prosperity through diplomatic engagements, highlighted the significance of President Raisi’s visit to Sri Lanka. He anticipated mutual benefits and fresh opportunities for collaboration between the two nations, expressing confidence in the potential cooperation. 

Addressing the Palestinian matter, the President affirmed Sri Lanka and Iran’s acknowledgment of the legal and inalienable right of the Palestinian people to establish their state.

Furthermore, he reiterated Sri Lanka’s  steadfast commitment to advocating for a just and comprehensive political resolution to the Palestinian issue, aligning with the United Nations’ proposals for the creation of two neighboring states within the 1967 borders. The President highlighted the Uma Oya project as a testament to the ongoing collaboration between Iran and Sri Lanka in energy generation, irrigation, and water management. He expressed satisfaction that the project is a model of cooperation among Global South countries in these vital sectors.