Sri Lanka has allowed a Chinese naval sailing ship, the Po Lang, to dock in Colombo, but has clarified that a ban on foreign research vessels remains in place. The decision comes amid heightened tensions over China’s growing influence in the Indian Ocean region, particularly in Sri Lanka and the Maldives.
Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe has assured India that there are no espionage activities taking place by Chinese research vessels docking in the country. He acknowledged India’s concerns and stated that Sri Lanka is transparent about its dealings with China.
