29.3.2008
During his visit Prime Minister
adn his delegation met the leaders of the three countries
and discussed bilateral issues. They also promoted business
and investments in Sri Lanka.
A
special highlight of his visit to Palestine was that he
was greeted by the Mayor of Ramallah at Mahinda Rajapaksa
Mawatha. This is the first time that a street in Palestine
has been named after a foreign Head of State. It symbolises
President Rajapaksa's longstanding commitment to the Palestine
cause.
The
Prime Minister detailed the efforts taken by the Government
to eradicate terrorism and restore peace to the leaders
of the three States. He explained the All Party Representative
Committee process.
In
Jordan, he focused on the possibility of getting more
employment opportunities for Lankans.
Finally,
the Prime Minister called on the international community
to join hands to eliminate terrorism.
Courtesy
- Government Information