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UK look to invest in bridges & hospitals in SL

UK State Minister of Trade Policies Greg Hands says the UK is expected to look into trade and investment opportunities in order to construct rural bridges and hospitals in Sri Lanka.

The statement was made during a discussion held with Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe who is on a tour of London, England.

The UK State Minister had directed Premier Wickremesinghe’s attention over providing British expertise on building public and private partnerships in the development of the Colombo Port City.

The discussion also focused on the investment opportunities in Sri Lanka’s mineral resources and the UK’s ability to provide financial technology.

The Prime Minister’s Media Division said Premier Wickremesinghe also held discussions with Former UK Prime Minister David Cameron.

The discussion focused on future development project in Sri Lanka and the country’s current political situation.

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