Sri Lanka, July 28 -- In a congratulatory message to the newly appointed Prime Minister of Nepal Sher Bahadur Deuba, Sri Lankan Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa described Sri Lanka and Nepal as 'true friends' who draw their strength from "multifaceted civilizational linkages and entrenched fellowship".

Prime Minister Rajapaksa further recalled the enduring engagement between the two countries anchored in mutual respect and solidarity and fostered by close cooperation, including on matters of global and regional importance.

The message was handed by Ambassador Himalee Arunatilaka during a courtesy call on Prime Minister Deuba on Monday (26), the PM's Office said.

Prime Minister Deuba thanked his Sri Lankan counterpart for the warm congr...