NEW DELHI (Feb 21, 2026) — Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met during the AI Impact Summit to advance bilateral cooperation across technology and regional security.

Core Focus Areas

• Connectivity: The leaders prioritized physical, digital, and energy links, following up on the progress of India’s $450 million reconstruction package for the island nation.
• AI Collaboration: Discussions centered on using Artificial Intelligence to improve public service delivery and drive inclusive economic growth.
• Disaster Relief: President Dissanayake thanked India for "Operation Sagar Bandhu," the swift humanitarian response provided after Cyclone Ditwah.

Regional Outlook

The meeting underscored a shared commitment to stability in the Indian Ocean Region, blending high-tech collaboration with India's long-standing role as Sri Lanka's "First Responder."