Malaysia–Sri Lanka relations

Malaysia–Sri Lanka relations

Malaysia
Sri Lanka

Malaysia–Sri Lanka relations refers to bilateral foreign relations between the two countries, Malaysia and Sri Lanka. Malaysia has a high commission in Colombo,[1] and Sri Lanka has a high commission in Kuala Lumpur.[2]

History

Relations between Sri Lanka and Southeast Asian countries has started since a long time ago when Sri Lanka became the main entrance to the Bay of Bengal.[3] During the time, there are connection between Sri Lanka and the Malay Peninsular due to trade activities.[3] Some proof also can be found in a book by S. Paranavitana with a title "Ceylon and Malaysia" which published in 1961.[3]

In the modern time, the current diplomatic relations has been establish since 1957, President Chandrika Kumaratunga made a state visit on 1997 and several memorandum of understanding (MoU) has been signed during the meeting.[4]

Economic relations

Malaysia is one of the major trade partner for Sri Lanka,[5] and among the leading investors in the country with the trade relations are expected to reach U$1 billion in 2015.[6][7] In 2011, trade between the two countries reached U$814 million with exports from Malaysia amounting to U$644 million while imports accounted to U$169 million.[8] A joint commission also focused on some issues for both sides especially on economic and commercial matters, technical and scientific co-operation and in areas such as tourism, culture, sports, immigration and human resources development.[9]

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Official Website of High Commission of Malaysia, Colombo". Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Malaysia. Retrieved 27 January 2014.
  2. ↑ "Sri Lanka High Commission, Kuala Lumpur". High Commission of Sri Lanka in Malaysia. Retrieved 27 January 2014.
  3. 1 2 3 W. M. Sirisena (1 January 1978). Sri Lanka and South-East Asia: Political, Religious and Cultural Relations from A.D. C. 1000 to C. 1500. Brill Archive. pp. 3–. ISBN 90-04-05660-2.
  4. ↑ "Sri Lanka - Malaysia Relations". High Commission of Sri Lanka in Malaysia. Retrieved 27 January 2014.
  5. ↑ "Sri Lanka Major Trade Partners". Bridgat. Retrieved 27 January 2014.
  6. ↑ "Malaysia has emerged the biggest investor in Sri Lanka". News.lk. 26 June 2012. Retrieved 27 January 2014.
  7. ↑ "Trade between Sri Lanka and Malaysia to reach US$1 billion by 2015". Asia News Network. 19 July 2013. Retrieved 27 January 2014.
  8. ↑ "Malaysia -Sri Lanka business Council to be set-up". Sunday Observer. 8 July 2012. Retrieved 27 January 2014.
  9. ↑ "Sri Lanka - Malaysia bilateral ties strengthened". Ministry of External Affairs Sri Lanka. 23 June 2006. Retrieved 27 January 2014.
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