Anwar congratulates Sri Lanka's new President, reaffirms commitment to bilateral ties


KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has congratulated Anura Kumara Dissanayake on his election as Sri Lanka’s new President and expressed optimism about strengthening Malaysia-Sri Lanka relations.

"Congratulations to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Sri Lanka on their successful elections. Looking forward to renewing the bonds of friendship with Sri Lanka soon and working together for the benefit of our peoples," said Anwar in a Facebook post on Monday (Sept 23).

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