Apr 17, Colombo: Sri Lanka and Italy signed a bilateral agreement on cultural, educational, scientific and technological co-operation in Rome yesterday. Foreign Minister Rohitha Bogollagama signed the agreement on behalf of Sri Lanka with Italian Foreign Affairs Minister and Vice Prime Minister, Massimo D’ Alema.
Bogollagama who is on an official visit to Italy briefed the Italian leaders on the current political situation in the country and the steps taken by the Sri Lankan government to address these issues, the Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
Minister Bogollagama reiterated his government’s commitment to find a political solution to the ethnic conflict in Sri Lanka that is acceptable to all parties.
Minister D’ Alema condemning all forms of terrorism including the indiscriminate attacks on civilians assured his government’s support in combating terrorism. He assured Italy’s collaboration with Sri Lanka in combating other illegal activities such as narcotics and human trafficking and money laundering.
Italy also agreed to extend its support to develop human resources in Sri Lanka, particularly, technical and vocational training, including teaching of Italian language.
Minister Bogollagama is also expected to meet other Italian political leaders and prominent Italian businessman to promote trade and tourism. The Foreign Minister will visit Greece next to meet his counterpart and Greek Prime Minister for bilateral discussions.
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