India, Sept. 8 -- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived in Sri Lanka on Tuesday on a three-day visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and expanding cooperation in defence and regional maritime security.

"Looking forward to a productive engagement with the leadership of Sri Lanka during the visit," Singh said ahead of his departure for the island nation.

During his visit, Singh will also interact with members of the Indian diaspora.

"Besides our longstanding partnership as well as deep historical and civilisational ties, Sri Lanka is one of our most important partners under the Neighbourhood First and MAHASAGAR initiatives," he said.

Singh was received at the Bandaranaike International Airport by Sri Lanka's Deputy Minister of De...