BANK ENGLISH QUIZ 24

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No “third party” should interfere in China-Sri Lanka ties, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has said, during his recent visit to Colombo, while also proposing a forum for Indian Ocean Island nations. During his nearly 24-hourvisit to Colombo, where Hemet the Sri Lankan leadership, Mr. Wang spoke of the “friendly relationship” between China and Sri Lanka that “benefits the development of both countries and serves the fundamental interest” of both peoples, a statement issued by the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Monday. “It does not target any third party and should not be interfered with by any third party. The all-round cooperation and strategic mutual trust between the two countries have injected positive energy into regional peace and stability, “according to the readout from Beijing. In December 2021, the Colombo-based Chinese Embassy tweeted about a Chinese company shifting its solar energy project from northern Sri Lanka to the Maldives, in the wake of “security concerns from a third-party”. While the Embassy did not name the party, it was clearly alluding to India that objected to the Chinese project in three islands of Jafna peninsula. Rubber-rice pact Mr. Wang was on a brief official visit to Sri Lanka — as part of a five-nation tour in the New Year — to launch celebrations marking the 70th anniversary of the historic Rubber-Rice Pact, and the 65th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and China. His visit came at a time when Sri Lanka is battling a severe economic crisis of a persisting dollar crunch, soaring living costs and a shortage of essentials in the import-reliant island nation. Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa urged China to restructure Sri Lanka’s debt and help the country cope with the economic strain. FTA talks According to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, Mr. Wang said the two sides should makegood use of “the two engines”, referring to the $1.4billion China-backed Colombo Port City in Colombo, and the Hambantota Port in the island’s Southern Province. He urged Sri Lanka to “tap the opportunities” of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP)and China’s “vast market”, and restart talks on a free trade agreement between China and Sri Lanka “to send more positive signals to the world and contribute to Sri Lanka’s economic recovery and development”, the Ministry’s statement on his meeting with Mr. Gotabaya said. The resident Chinese envoy also conveyed the same to a select group of Sri Lankan journalists following the visit, although official statements from the Sri Lankan side made no mention of either “third party” interference or resuming FTA talks. During Mr. Wang’s visit, China and agreed to extend Yuan 800 million for partnerships in the health sector, for technical cooperation, besides supporting construction of low-cost housing in capital Colombo. Another aspect of Mr. Wang’s bilateral discussions in Colombo, which was not captured in local statements or media, was his proposal for a “forum on the development of Indian Ocean Island countries” to build consensus and synergy and promote common development. Mr. Wang, according to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, told the Sri Lankan leadership: “During my visit to several Indian Ocean island countries this time, I feel that all island countries share similar experiences and common needs, with similar natural endowment and development goals, and have favourable conditions and full potential for strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation,” while proposing the forum that sounded similar to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) initiative. New Delhi would watch any regional forum with interest, amid its own efforts. Last year, a Secretariat for Trilateral National Security Advisers (NSA) on Maritime Security Cooperation among India, Maldives and Sri Lanka was set up in Colombo.

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No “third party” should interfere in China-Sri Lanka ties, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has said, during his recent visit to Colombo, while also proposing a forum for Indian Ocean Island nations. During his nearly 24-hourvisit to Colombo, where Hemet the Sri Lankan leadership, Mr. Wang spoke of the “friendly relationship” between China and Sri Lanka that “benefits the development of both countries and serves the fundamental interest” of both peoples, a statement issued by the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Monday. “It does not target any third party and should not be interfered with by any third party. The all-round cooperation and strategic mutual trust between the two countries have injected positive energy into regional peace and stability, “according to the readout from Beijing. In December 2021, the Colombo-based Chinese Embassy tweeted about a Chinese company shifting its solar energy project from northern Sri Lanka to the Maldives, in the wake of “security concerns from a third-party”. While the Embassy did not name the party, it was clearly alluding to India that objected to the Chinese project in three islands of Jafna peninsula. Rubber-rice pact Mr. Wang was on a brief official visit to Sri Lanka — as part of a five-nation tour in the New Year — to launch celebrations marking the 70th anniversary of the historic Rubber-Rice Pact, and the 65th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and China. His visit came at a time when Sri Lanka is battling a severe economic crisis of a persisting dollar crunch, soaring living costs and a shortage of essentials in the import-reliant island nation. Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa urged China to restructure Sri Lanka’s debt and help the country cope with the economic strain. FTA talks According to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, Mr. Wang said the two sides should makegood use of “the two engines”, referring to the $1.4billion China-backed Colombo Port City in Colombo, and the Hambantota Port in the island’s Southern Province. He urged Sri Lanka to “tap the opportunities” of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP)and China’s “vast market”, and restart talks on a free trade agreement between China and Sri Lanka “to send more positive signals to the world and contribute to Sri Lanka’s economic recovery and development”, the Ministry’s statement on his meeting with Mr. Gotabaya said. The resident Chinese envoy also conveyed the same to a select group of Sri Lankan journalists following the visit, although official statements from the Sri Lankan side made no mention of either “third party” interference or resuming FTA talks. During Mr. Wang’s visit, China and agreed to extend Yuan 800 million for partnerships in the health sector, for technical cooperation, besides supporting construction of low-cost housing in capital Colombo. Another aspect of Mr. Wang’s bilateral discussions in Colombo, which was not captured in local statements or media, was his proposal for a “forum on the development of Indian Ocean Island countries” to build consensus and synergy and promote common development. Mr. Wang, according to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, told the Sri Lankan leadership: “During my visit to several Indian Ocean island countries this time, I feel that all island countries share similar experiences and common needs, with similar natural endowment and development goals, and have favourable conditions and full potential for strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation,” while proposing the forum that sounded similar to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) initiative. New Delhi would watch any regional forum with interest, amid its own efforts. Last year, a Secretariat for Trilateral National Security Advisers (NSA) on Maritime Security Cooperation among India, Maldives and Sri Lanka was set up in Colombo.

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No “third party” should interfere in China-Sri Lanka ties, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has said, during his recent visit to Colombo, while also proposing a forum for Indian Ocean Island nations. During his nearly 24-hourvisit to Colombo, where Hemet the Sri Lankan leadership, Mr. Wang spoke of the “friendly relationship” between China and Sri Lanka that “benefits the development of both countries and serves the fundamental interest” of both peoples, a statement issued by the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Monday. “It does not target any third party and should not be interfered with by any third party. The all-round cooperation and strategic mutual trust between the two countries have injected positive energy into regional peace and stability, “according to the readout from Beijing. In December 2021, the Colombo-based Chinese Embassy tweeted about a Chinese company shifting its solar energy project from northern Sri Lanka to the Maldives, in the wake of “security concerns from a third-party”. While the Embassy did not name the party, it was clearly alluding to India that objected to the Chinese project in three islands of Jafna peninsula. Rubber-rice pact Mr. Wang was on a brief official visit to Sri Lanka — as part of a five-nation tour in the New Year — to launch celebrations marking the 70th anniversary of the historic Rubber-Rice Pact, and the 65th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and China. His visit came at a time when Sri Lanka is battling a severe economic crisis of a persisting dollar crunch, soaring living costs and a shortage of essentials in the import-reliant island nation. Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa urged China to restructure Sri Lanka’s debt and help the country cope with the economic strain. FTA talks According to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, Mr. Wang said the two sides should makegood use of “the two engines”, referring to the $1.4billion China-backed Colombo Port City in Colombo, and the Hambantota Port in the island’s Southern Province. He urged Sri Lanka to “tap the opportunities” of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP)and China’s “vast market”, and restart talks on a free trade agreement between China and Sri Lanka “to send more positive signals to the world and contribute to Sri Lanka’s economic recovery and development”, the Ministry’s statement on his meeting with Mr. Gotabaya said. The resident Chinese envoy also conveyed the same to a select group of Sri Lankan journalists following the visit, although official statements from the Sri Lankan side made no mention of either “third party” interference or resuming FTA talks. During Mr. Wang’s visit, China and agreed to extend Yuan 800 million for partnerships in the health sector, for technical cooperation, besides supporting construction of low-cost housing in capital Colombo. Another aspect of Mr. Wang’s bilateral discussions in Colombo, which was not captured in local statements or media, was his proposal for a “forum on the development of Indian Ocean Island countries” to build consensus and synergy and promote common development. Mr. Wang, according to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, told the Sri Lankan leadership: “During my visit to several Indian Ocean island countries this time, I feel that all island countries share similar experiences and common needs, with similar natural endowment and development goals, and have favourable conditions and full potential for strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation,” while proposing the forum that sounded similar to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) initiative. New Delhi would watch any regional forum with interest, amid its own efforts. Last year, a Secretariat for Trilateral National Security Advisers (NSA) on Maritime Security Cooperation among India, Maldives and Sri Lanka was set up in Colombo.

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No “third party” should interfere in China-Sri Lanka ties, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has said, during his recent visit to Colombo, while also proposing a forum for Indian Ocean Island nations. During his nearly 24-hourvisit to Colombo, where Hemet the Sri Lankan leadership, Mr. Wang spoke of the “friendly relationship” between China and Sri Lanka that “benefits the development of both countries and serves the fundamental interest” of both peoples, a statement issued by the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Monday. “It does not target any third party and should not be interfered with by any third party. The all-round cooperation and strategic mutual trust between the two countries have injected positive energy into regional peace and stability, “according to the readout from Beijing. In December 2021, the Colombo-based Chinese Embassy tweeted about a Chinese company shifting its solar energy project from northern Sri Lanka to the Maldives, in the wake of “security concerns from a third-party”. While the Embassy did not name the party, it was clearly alluding to India that objected to the Chinese project in three islands of Jafna peninsula. Rubber-rice pact Mr. Wang was on a brief official visit to Sri Lanka — as part of a five-nation tour in the New Year — to launch celebrations marking the 70th anniversary of the historic Rubber-Rice Pact, and the 65th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and China. His visit came at a time when Sri Lanka is battling a severe economic crisis of a persisting dollar crunch, soaring living costs and a shortage of essentials in the import-reliant island nation. Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa urged China to restructure Sri Lanka’s debt and help the country cope with the economic strain. FTA talks According to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, Mr. Wang said the two sides should makegood use of “the two engines”, referring to the $1.4billion China-backed Colombo Port City in Colombo, and the Hambantota Port in the island’s Southern Province. He urged Sri Lanka to “tap the opportunities” of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP)and China’s “vast market”, and restart talks on a free trade agreement between China and Sri Lanka “to send more positive signals to the world and contribute to Sri Lanka’s economic recovery and development”, the Ministry’s statement on his meeting with Mr. Gotabaya said. The resident Chinese envoy also conveyed the same to a select group of Sri Lankan journalists following the visit, although official statements from the Sri Lankan side made no mention of either “third party” interference or resuming FTA talks. During Mr. Wang’s visit, China and agreed to extend Yuan 800 million for partnerships in the health sector, for technical cooperation, besides supporting construction of low-cost housing in capital Colombo. Another aspect of Mr. Wang’s bilateral discussions in Colombo, which was not captured in local statements or media, was his proposal for a “forum on the development of Indian Ocean Island countries” to build consensus and synergy and promote common development. Mr. Wang, according to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, told the Sri Lankan leadership: “During my visit to several Indian Ocean island countries this time, I feel that all island countries share similar experiences and common needs, with similar natural endowment and development goals, and have favourable conditions and full potential for strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation,” while proposing the forum that sounded similar to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) initiative. New Delhi would watch any regional forum with interest, amid its own efforts. Last year, a Secretariat for Trilateral National Security Advisers (NSA) on Maritime Security Cooperation among India, Maldives and Sri Lanka was set up in Colombo.

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No “third party” should interfere in China-Sri Lanka ties, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has said, during his recent visit to Colombo, while also proposing a forum for Indian Ocean Island nations. During his nearly 24-hourvisit to Colombo, where Hemet the Sri Lankan leadership, Mr. Wang spoke of the “friendly relationship” between China and Sri Lanka that “benefits the development of both countries and serves the fundamental interest” of both peoples, a statement issued by the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Monday. “It does not target any third party and should not be interfered with by any third party. The all-round cooperation and strategic mutual trust between the two countries have injected positive energy into regional peace and stability, “according to the readout from Beijing. In December 2021, the Colombo-based Chinese Embassy tweeted about a Chinese company shifting its solar energy project from northern Sri Lanka to the Maldives, in the wake of “security concerns from a third-party”. While the Embassy did not name the party, it was clearly alluding to India that objected to the Chinese project in three islands of Jafna peninsula. Rubber-rice pact Mr. Wang was on a brief official visit to Sri Lanka — as part of a five-nation tour in the New Year — to launch celebrations marking the 70th anniversary of the historic Rubber-Rice Pact, and the 65th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and China. His visit came at a time when Sri Lanka is battling a severe economic crisis of a persisting dollar crunch, soaring living costs and a shortage of essentials in the import-reliant island nation. Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa urged China to restructure Sri Lanka’s debt and help the country cope with the economic strain. FTA talks According to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, Mr. Wang said the two sides should makegood use of “the two engines”, referring to the $1.4billion China-backed Colombo Port City in Colombo, and the Hambantota Port in the island’s Southern Province. He urged Sri Lanka to “tap the opportunities” of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP)and China’s “vast market”, and restart talks on a free trade agreement between China and Sri Lanka “to send more positive signals to the world and contribute to Sri Lanka’s economic recovery and development”, the Ministry’s statement on his meeting with Mr. Gotabaya said. The resident Chinese envoy also conveyed the same to a select group of Sri Lankan journalists following the visit, although official statements from the Sri Lankan side made no mention of either “third party” interference or resuming FTA talks. During Mr. Wang’s visit, China and agreed to extend Yuan 800 million for partnerships in the health sector, for technical cooperation, besides supporting construction of low-cost housing in capital Colombo. Another aspect of Mr. Wang’s bilateral discussions in Colombo, which was not captured in local statements or media, was his proposal for a “forum on the development of Indian Ocean Island countries” to build consensus and synergy and promote common development. Mr. Wang, according to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, told the Sri Lankan leadership: “During my visit to several Indian Ocean island countries this time, I feel that all island countries share similar experiences and common needs, with similar natural endowment and development goals, and have favourable conditions and full potential for strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation,” while proposing the forum that sounded similar to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) initiative. New Delhi would watch any regional forum with interest, amid its own efforts. Last year, a Secretariat for Trilateral National Security Advisers (NSA) on Maritime Security Cooperation among India, Maldives and Sri Lanka was set up in Colombo.

Which of the following is/are correct?
(I)The resident Chinese envoy also conveyed the same to a select group of Sri Lankan journalists following the visit, although official statements from the Sri Lankan side made no mention of either “third party” interference or resuming FTA talks.
(II) During Mr. Wang’s visit, China and agreed to extend Yuan 800 million for partnerships in the health sector, for technical cooperation, besides supporting construction of low-cost housing in capital Colombo.
(III) Another aspect of Mr. Wang’s bilateral discussions in Colombo, which was not captured in local statements or media, was his proposal for a “forum on the development of Indian Ocean Island countries” to build consensus and synergy and promote common development.

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No “third party” should interfere in China-Sri Lanka ties, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has said, during his recent visit to Colombo, while also proposing a forum for Indian Ocean Island nations. During his nearly 24-hourvisit to Colombo, where Hemet the Sri Lankan leadership, Mr. Wang spoke of the “friendly relationship” between China and Sri Lanka that “benefits the development of both countries and serves the fundamental interest” of both peoples, a statement issued by the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Monday. “It does not target any third party and should not be interfered with by any third party. The all-round cooperation and strategic mutual trust between the two countries have injected positive energy into regional peace and stability, “according to the readout from Beijing. In December 2021, the Colombo-based Chinese Embassy tweeted about a Chinese company shifting its solar energy project from northern Sri Lanka to the Maldives, in the wake of “security concerns from a third-party”. While the Embassy did not name the party, it was clearly alluding to India that objected to the Chinese project in three islands of Jafna peninsula. Rubber-rice pact Mr. Wang was on a brief official visit to Sri Lanka — as part of a five-nation tour in the New Year — to launch celebrations marking the 70th anniversary of the historic Rubber-Rice Pact, and the 65th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and China. His visit came at a time when Sri Lanka is battling a severe economic crisis of a persisting dollar crunch, soaring living costs and a shortage of essentials in the import-reliant island nation. Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa urged China to restructure Sri Lanka’s debt and help the country cope with the economic strain. FTA talks According to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, Mr. Wang said the two sides should makegood use of “the two engines”, referring to the $1.4billion China-backed Colombo Port City in Colombo, and the Hambantota Port in the island’s Southern Province. He urged Sri Lanka to “tap the opportunities” of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP)and China’s “vast market”, and restart talks on a free trade agreement between China and Sri Lanka “to send more positive signals to the world and contribute to Sri Lanka’s economic recovery and development”, the Ministry’s statement on his meeting with Mr. Gotabaya said. The resident Chinese envoy also conveyed the same to a select group of Sri Lankan journalists following the visit, although official statements from the Sri Lankan side made no mention of either “third party” interference or resuming FTA talks. During Mr. Wang’s visit, China and agreed to extend Yuan 800 million for partnerships in the health sector, for technical cooperation, besides supporting construction of low-cost housing in capital Colombo. Another aspect of Mr. Wang’s bilateral discussions in Colombo, which was not captured in local statements or media, was his proposal for a “forum on the development of Indian Ocean Island countries” to build consensus and synergy and promote common development. Mr. Wang, according to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, told the Sri Lankan leadership: “During my visit to several Indian Ocean island countries this time, I feel that all island countries share similar experiences and common needs, with similar natural endowment and development goals, and have favourable conditions and full potential for strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation,” while proposing the forum that sounded similar to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) initiative. New Delhi would watch any regional forum with interest, amid its own efforts. Last year, a Secretariat for Trilateral National Security Advisers (NSA) on Maritime Security Cooperation among India, Maldives and Sri Lanka was set up in Colombo.

Which of the following is/are correct?
(I) “During my visit to several Indian Ocean island countries this time, I feel that all island countries share similar experiences and common needs, with similar natural endowment and development goals, and have favourable conditions and full potential for strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation,” while proposing the forum that sounded similar to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) initiative.
(II) New Delhi would watch any regional forum with interest, amid its own efforts.
(III) Last year, a Secretariat for Trilateral National Security Advisers (NSA) on Maritime Security Cooperation among India, Maldives and Sri Lanka was set up in Colombo.

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No “third party” should interfere in China-Sri Lanka ties, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has said, during his recent visit to Colombo, while also proposing a forum for Indian Ocean Island nations. During his nearly 24-hourvisit to Colombo, where Hemet the Sri Lankan leadership, Mr. Wang spoke of the “friendly relationship” between China and Sri Lanka that “benefits the development of both countries and serves the fundamental interest” of both peoples, a statement issued by the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Monday. “It does not target any third party and should not be interfered with by any third party. The all-round cooperation and strategic mutual trust between the two countries have injected positive energy into regional peace and stability, “according to the readout from Beijing. In December 2021, the Colombo-based Chinese Embassy tweeted about a Chinese company shifting its solar energy project from northern Sri Lanka to the Maldives, in the wake of “security concerns from a third-party”. While the Embassy did not name the party, it was clearly alluding to India that objected to the Chinese project in three islands of Jafna peninsula. Rubber-rice pact Mr. Wang was on a brief official visit to Sri Lanka — as part of a five-nation tour in the New Year — to launch celebrations marking the 70th anniversary of the historic Rubber-Rice Pact, and the 65th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and China. His visit came at a time when Sri Lanka is battling a severe economic crisis of a persisting dollar crunch, soaring living costs and a shortage of essentials in the import-reliant island nation. Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa urged China to restructure Sri Lanka’s debt and help the country cope with the economic strain. FTA talks According to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, Mr. Wang said the two sides should makegood use of “the two engines”, referring to the $1.4billion China-backed Colombo Port City in Colombo, and the Hambantota Port in the island’s Southern Province. He urged Sri Lanka to “tap the opportunities” of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP)and China’s “vast market”, and restart talks on a free trade agreement between China and Sri Lanka “to send more positive signals to the world and contribute to Sri Lanka’s economic recovery and development”, the Ministry’s statement on his meeting with Mr. Gotabaya said. The resident Chinese envoy also conveyed the same to a select group of Sri Lankan journalists following the visit, although official statements from the Sri Lankan side made no mention of either “third party” interference or resuming FTA talks. During Mr. Wang’s visit, China and agreed to extend Yuan 800 million for partnerships in the health sector, for technical cooperation, besides supporting construction of low-cost housing in capital Colombo. Another aspect of Mr. Wang’s bilateral discussions in Colombo, which was not captured in local statements or media, was his proposal for a “forum on the development of Indian Ocean Island countries” to build consensus and synergy and promote common development. Mr. Wang, according to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, told the Sri Lankan leadership: “During my visit to several Indian Ocean island countries this time, I feel that all island countries share similar experiences and common needs, with similar natural endowment and development goals, and have favourable conditions and full potential for strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation,” while proposing the forum that sounded similar to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) initiative. New Delhi would watch any regional forum with interest, amid its own efforts. Last year, a Secretariat for Trilateral National Security Advisers (NSA) on Maritime Security Cooperation among India, Maldives and Sri Lanka was set up in Colombo.

Direction: Read the passage and answer the question that follow:

No “third party” should interfere in China-Sri Lanka ties, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has said, during his recent visit to Colombo, while also proposing a forum for Indian Ocean Island nations. During his nearly 24-hourvisit to Colombo, where Hemet the Sri Lankan leadership, Mr. Wang spoke of the “friendly relationship” between China and Sri Lanka that “benefits the development of both countries and serves the fundamental interest” of both peoples, a statement issued by the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Monday. “It does not target any third party and should not be interfered with by any third party. The all-round cooperation and strategic mutual trust between the two countries have injected positive energy into regional peace and stability, “according to the readout from Beijing. In December 2021, the Colombo-based Chinese Embassy tweeted about a Chinese company shifting its solar energy project from northern Sri Lanka to the Maldives, in the wake of “security concerns from a third-party”. While the Embassy did not name the party, it was clearly alluding to India that objected to the Chinese project in three islands of Jafna peninsula. Rubber-rice pact Mr. Wang was on a brief official visit to Sri Lanka — as part of a five-nation tour in the New Year — to launch celebrations marking the 70th anniversary of the historic Rubber-Rice Pact, and the 65th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and China. His visit came at a time when Sri Lanka is battling a severe economic crisis of a persisting dollar crunch, soaring living costs and a shortage of essentials in the import-reliant island nation. Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa urged China to restructure Sri Lanka’s debt and help the country cope with the economic strain. FTA talks According to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, Mr. Wang said the two sides should makegood use of “the two engines”, referring to the $1.4billion China-backed Colombo Port City in Colombo, and the Hambantota Port in the island’s Southern Province. He urged Sri Lanka to “tap the opportunities” of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP)and China’s “vast market”, and restart talks on a free trade agreement between China and Sri Lanka “to send more positive signals to the world and contribute to Sri Lanka’s economic recovery and development”, the Ministry’s statement on his meeting with Mr. Gotabaya said. The resident Chinese envoy also conveyed the same to a select group of Sri Lankan journalists following the visit, although official statements from the Sri Lankan side made no mention of either “third party” interference or resuming FTA talks. During Mr. Wang’s visit, China and agreed to extend Yuan 800 million for partnerships in the health sector, for technical cooperation, besides supporting construction of low-cost housing in capital Colombo. Another aspect of Mr. Wang’s bilateral discussions in Colombo, which was not captured in local statements or media, was his proposal for a “forum on the development of Indian Ocean Island countries” to build consensus and synergy and promote common development. Mr. Wang, according to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, told the Sri Lankan leadership: “During my visit to several Indian Ocean island countries this time, I feel that all island countries share similar experiences and common needs, with similar natural endowment and development goals, and have favourable conditions and full potential for strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation,” while proposing the forum that sounded similar to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) initiative. New Delhi would watch any regional forum with interest, amid its own efforts. Last year, a Secretariat for Trilateral National Security Advisers (NSA) on Maritime Security Cooperation among India, Maldives and Sri Lanka was set up in Colombo.

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No “third party” should interfere in China-Sri Lanka ties, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has said, during his recent visit to Colombo, while also proposing a forum for Indian Ocean Island nations. During his nearly 24-hourvisit to Colombo, where Hemet the Sri Lankan leadership, Mr. Wang spoke of the “friendly relationship” between China and Sri Lanka that “benefits the development of both countries and serves the fundamental interest” of both peoples, a statement issued by the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Monday. “It does not target any third party and should not be interfered with by any third party. The all-round cooperation and strategic mutual trust between the two countries have injected positive energy into regional peace and stability, “according to the readout from Beijing. In December 2021, the Colombo-based Chinese Embassy tweeted about a Chinese company shifting its solar energy project from northern Sri Lanka to the Maldives, in the wake of “security concerns from a third-party”. While the Embassy did not name the party, it was clearly alluding to India that objected to the Chinese project in three islands of Jafna peninsula. Rubber-rice pact Mr. Wang was on a brief official visit to Sri Lanka — as part of a five-nation tour in the New Year — to launch celebrations marking the 70th anniversary of the historic Rubber-Rice Pact, and the 65th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and China. His visit came at a time when Sri Lanka is battling a severe economic crisis of a persisting dollar crunch, soaring living costs and a shortage of essentials in the import-reliant island nation. Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa urged China to restructure Sri Lanka’s debt and help the country cope with the economic strain. FTA talks According to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, Mr. Wang said the two sides should makegood use of “the two engines”, referring to the $1.4billion China-backed Colombo Port City in Colombo, and the Hambantota Port in the island’s Southern Province. He urged Sri Lanka to “tap the opportunities” of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP)and China’s “vast market”, and restart talks on a free trade agreement between China and Sri Lanka “to send more positive signals to the world and contribute to Sri Lanka’s economic recovery and development”, the Ministry’s statement on his meeting with Mr. Gotabaya said. The resident Chinese envoy also conveyed the same to a select group of Sri Lankan journalists following the visit, although official statements from the Sri Lankan side made no mention of either “third party” interference or resuming FTA talks. During Mr. Wang’s visit, China and agreed to extend Yuan 800 million for partnerships in the health sector, for technical cooperation, besides supporting construction of low-cost housing in capital Colombo. Another aspect of Mr. Wang’s bilateral discussions in Colombo, which was not captured in local statements or media, was his proposal for a “forum on the development of Indian Ocean Island countries” to build consensus and synergy and promote common development. Mr. Wang, according to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, told the Sri Lankan leadership: “During my visit to several Indian Ocean island countries this time, I feel that all island countries share similar experiences and common needs, with similar natural endowment and development goals, and have favourable conditions and full potential for strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation,” while proposing the forum that sounded similar to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) initiative. New Delhi would watch any regional forum with interest, amid its own efforts. Last year, a Secretariat for Trilateral National Security Advisers (NSA) on Maritime Security Cooperation among India, Maldives and Sri Lanka was set up in Colombo.

Which of the following is/are correct?
(I)No “third party” should interfere in China-Sri Lanka ties, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has said, during his recent visit to Colombo, while also proposing a forum for Indian Ocean Island nations.
(II) During his nearly 24-hourvisit to Colombo, where Hemet the Sri Lankan leadership, Mr. Wang spoke of the “friendly relationship” between China and Sri Lanka that “benefits the development of both countries and serves the fundamental interest” of both peoples, a statement issued by the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Monday.
(III) “It does not target any third party and should not be interfered with by any third party.

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No “third party” should interfere in China-Sri Lanka ties, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has said, during his recent visit to Colombo, while also proposing a forum for Indian Ocean Island nations. During his nearly 24-hourvisit to Colombo, where Hemet the Sri Lankan leadership, Mr. Wang spoke of the “friendly relationship” between China and Sri Lanka that “benefits the development of both countries and serves the fundamental interest” of both peoples, a statement issued by the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Monday. “It does not target any third party and should not be interfered with by any third party. The all-round cooperation and strategic mutual trust between the two countries have injected positive energy into regional peace and stability, “according to the readout from Beijing. In December 2021, the Colombo-based Chinese Embassy tweeted about a Chinese company shifting its solar energy project from northern Sri Lanka to the Maldives, in the wake of “security concerns from a third-party”. While the Embassy did not name the party, it was clearly alluding to India that objected to the Chinese project in three islands of Jafna peninsula. Rubber-rice pact Mr. Wang was on a brief official visit to Sri Lanka — as part of a five-nation tour in the New Year — to launch celebrations marking the 70th anniversary of the historic Rubber-Rice Pact, and the 65th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and China. His visit came at a time when Sri Lanka is battling a severe economic crisis of a persisting dollar crunch, soaring living costs and a shortage of essentials in the import-reliant island nation. Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa urged China to restructure Sri Lanka’s debt and help the country cope with the economic strain. FTA talks According to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, Mr. Wang said the two sides should makegood use of “the two engines”, referring to the $1.4billion China-backed Colombo Port City in Colombo, and the Hambantota Port in the island’s Southern Province. He urged Sri Lanka to “tap the opportunities” of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP)and China’s “vast market”, and restart talks on a free trade agreement between China and Sri Lanka “to send more positive signals to the world and contribute to Sri Lanka’s economic recovery and development”, the Ministry’s statement on his meeting with Mr. Gotabaya said. The resident Chinese envoy also conveyed the same to a select group of Sri Lankan journalists following the visit, although official statements from the Sri Lankan side made no mention of either “third party” interference or resuming FTA talks. During Mr. Wang’s visit, China and agreed to extend Yuan 800 million for partnerships in the health sector, for technical cooperation, besides supporting construction of low-cost housing in capital Colombo. Another aspect of Mr. Wang’s bilateral discussions in Colombo, which was not captured in local statements or media, was his proposal for a “forum on the development of Indian Ocean Island countries” to build consensus and synergy and promote common development. Mr. Wang, according to the Chinese Foreign Ministry, told the Sri Lankan leadership: “During my visit to several Indian Ocean island countries this time, I feel that all island countries share similar experiences and common needs, with similar natural endowment and development goals, and have favourable conditions and full potential for strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation,” while proposing the forum that sounded similar to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) initiative. New Delhi would watch any regional forum with interest, amid its own efforts. Last year, a Secretariat for Trilateral National Security Advisers (NSA) on Maritime Security Cooperation among India, Maldives and Sri Lanka was set up in Colombo.