China hopes Sri Lankans bear in mind fundamental interests of their country

Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Wang Wenbin has told Monday’s (11) regular, media briefing all stakeholders could bear in mind their fundamental interests.

Responding to a Bloomberg query on the situation in Sri Lanka the day after protesters took control of the President’s House, Presidential Secretariat and Temple Trees, Wenbin said: “China is closely following the latest developments in Sri Lanka. As a friendly neighbour and cooperation partner, we sincerely hope that all sectors in Sri Lanka could bear in mind the fundamental interests of their country and people and work together in solidarity to overcome the current difficulties and strive to restore stability, revitalize the economy and improve people’s livelihoods at an early date.”