Courtesy Daily Mirror

Colombo, Dec. 29 (Daily Mirror) – Foreign Affairs Minister Vijitha Herath has proposed that China support the installation of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across Sri Lanka as a donation, in line with the country’s plans to import electric vehicles in large numbers, including from China.

The Minister said the initiative would be crucial as the government is also planning to introduce more electric buses in the future. He made these remarks during a meeting with Chinese Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Qi Zhenhong, held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs this morning (29).

Ambassador Qi Zhenhong responded positively to the proposal and agreed to convey it to the Chinese government for consideration.

During the meeting, Minister Herath also requested urgent Chinese assistance for the reconstruction of railway lines and bridges damaged by the ongoing flood situation in the country. The Ambassador agreed to immediately draw the attention of the Chinese government to the request.

Meanwhile, Ambassador Qi Zhenhong said he hopes to assess the damage caused by Cyclone Ditva and discuss possible avenues of assistance with the Chinese government, covering all necessary sectors.