India, Oct. 17 -- Sri Lankan PM Harini Amarasuriya called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, when they discussed measures to strengthen cooperation in several areas, including education, technology, innovation, development cooperation and welfare of our fishermen.

"While extending a warm welcome, Prime Minister conveyed that her visit would impart fresh momentum to the historic and multi-faceted India-Sri Lanka ties," read a statement issued by the Indian government.

Highlighting the special ties between India and Sri Lanka, Prime Minister Modi reaffirmed India's commitment to work together in the shared development journey of the two countries.

Prime Minister Modi conveyed his warm wishes to President Disanayaka, and said that...