Sri Lanka, Sept. 9 -- Visiting Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has held talks with Sri Lanka's Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa in Colombo during a three-day official visit to the island. The discussion allowed both figures to address areas of shared interest and deliberate on the wider partnership between the two nations. Marks of goodwill were also exchanged between Singh and Premadasa, signifying the enduring bond between the neighbouring countries.

Scheduled from 8 to 10 September, Singh's visit focuses on boosting strategic and defence cooperation between India and Sri Lanka. The agenda features key discussions with Sri Lankan political and military leadership.

Prior to this, Singh conferred with President Anura Kuma...