Speaking on the topic “Sri Lanka; the Center of Maritime Silk Road” he said that Sri Lanka can be a key player in the Maritime Silk Road for it enjoys a strategically important geographical location in the Indian Ocean Region. He pointed three areas, namely trade, combatting terrorism and piracy, and confidence building and cooperation. Further, the historical role played by the island in the ancient Silk Road was brought to the notice of the audience.

Many distinguished scholars, diplomats and government officers from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh ,Maldives ,Nepal ,Sri Lanka and China participated in the Seminar.

(KH/ST)