Qingdao authorities at the highest level expressed their eagerness to conclude the twin city agreement with Kandy. This will be done as soon as a mutually convenient date is agreed for a virtual signature ceremony. A twin city agreement is expected to encourage people to people contacts, religious and cultural exchanges, student placements, sports relations, etc.
Further, Dr. Kohona encouraged more Qingdao residents to visit Sri Lanka after the pandemic restrictions were lifted. Mr. Liu also expressed Qingdao's intention to expand its international routes from the new airport in Jiaozhou, which will facilitate more tourist visits to Sri Lanka.
Embassy of Sri Lanka
Beijing
29 October 2021
