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India–Sri Lanka Strategic Past & Prosperous Future

By Ankit K – Asst Professor in International Relations, National Defence University, India  India–Sri Lanka economic relations have evolved from a security-driven partnership into a comprehensive framework for shared prosperity. Anchored by the 2000 India-Sri Lanka Free Trade Agreement, bilateral trade, investment, tourism and development cooperation have expanded steadily. India’s USD 5 billion in assistance, crisis support, and growing trade and investment flows underscore its role as a trusted first responder. Going forward, connectivity, energy, digitalisation and climate cooperation will shape a resilient, future-oriented partnership. From Strategic Partners to Partners of Prosperity After independence, India and Sri Lanka gradually transformed…

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