During a visit by Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa, Sri Lanka and Japan agreed to revive stalled bilateral projects, notably the $1.5 billion Japan-funded light rail venture. Sri Lanka withdrew from the rail project in 2020 during a period of closer ties with China, which led to strained relations. However, the Sri Lankan cabinet recently authorized President Ranil Wickremesinghe to determine the timeline for reactivating projects with Japan. This move signals a thaw in relations and a renewed commitment to collaboration between the two nations.
Sri Lanka and Japan to Revive Bilateral Projects, Including $1.5 Billion Rail Venture
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