On October 23, H.E. Ambassador Wei attended and delivered remarks at the China Yunnan–Sri Lanka Colombo Specialty Products Promotion Conference. At the Conference, Sri Lanka and Yunnan Province,China signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Trade Cooperation under the “Three Free and Three Facilitation” framework. He expressed hope that the conference would serve as an opportunity to further deepen economic and trade exchanges between Yunnan and Sri Lanka, promote mutually beneficial cooperation and inject fresh impetus into the development of the China–Sri Lanka Strategic Cooperative Partnership.🇨🇳🇱🇰

On October 26, H.E. Ambassador Wei visited the China–Sri Lanka Joint Center for Education & Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), and China-Sri Lanka Belt and Road Joint Laboratory on Tropical Oceanography for research and exchanges. Ambassador Wei expressed China’s willingness to further strengthen practical cooperation with Sri Lanka, make full use of joint research platforms, and deepen collaboration in marine science, climate change, disaster monitoring and early warning, and emergency disaster response. He emphasized the importance of enhancing Sri Lanka’s disaster prevention, mitigation and emergency response capabilities, and expressed hope that scientific and technological cooperation would support Sri Lanka’s sustainable development and bring tangible benefits to the Sri Lankan people.🇨🇳🇱🇰

On October 23, H.E. Ambassador Wei attended and delivered remarks at the 11th China–Sri Lanka Joint Seminar on Climate Change and Sustainable Development, jointly organized by the China–Sri Lanka Joint Center for Education and Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences and the South China Sea Institute of Oceanology, Chinese Academy of Sciences. China stands ready to further strengthen scientific and technological exchanges and cooperation with Sri Lanka, jointly address the challenges of climate change, promote sustainable development, and deliver benefits to the peoples of both countries.🇨🇳🇱🇰

CCTV: China released the Progress Report on the AI Capacity-Building Action Plan for Good and for All at the 2026 Global Governance Forum (Xiong’an). How does China see the role of AI capacity-building in global governance? Guo Jiakun: Artificial intelligence is an emerging field in global governance, and a litmus test for the effectiveness of the global governance system. The global governance system would not become more just and equitable without the collective capacity enhancement of the Global South, and requires concrete efforts to strengthen the representation and voice of developing countries. China advocates for respecting the digital sovereignty of all countries. We believe that every country has the right to possess the foundational capabilities for independent AI development, and to seek a development path suited to its national conditions and practical needs, one that enables AI to be applied in real-world scenarios, address real problems, and generate sustained value. As a responsible major country, China remains committed to providing global public goods in the field of AI. In 2024, China promoted the adoption of a UN General Assembly resolution on enhancing international cooperation on capacity-building of artificial intelligence, established the Group of Friends for International Cooperation on AI Capacity-Building, and released the AI Capacity-Building Action Plan for Good and for All. Over the past two years, China has taken major steps and practical measures to honor its commitment in advancing the above-mentioned initiative. Recently, at the 2026 Global Governance Forum (Xiong’an), China released the Progress Report on the AI Capacity-Building Action Plan for Good and for All, which systematically reviews the cooperation outcomes, practical experience and specific cases since the Action Plan was launched two years ago. The report identifies access to technology as the starting point and independent development as the goal, stresses the importance of demand-driven approaches, joint consultation and co-development for project delivery, and calls for promoting openness and open source and advancing AI models, data, and talent in a coordinated manner. Looking ahead, we welcome more countries to join the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization, to explore more pathways for international cooperation on AI capacity-building, and to promote global AI development for good and for all with concrete actions.

On October 22, H.E. Ambassador Wei Huaxiang paid a call on Hon. Hiniduma Sunil Senevi, Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs of Sri Lanka. The two sides had in-depth discussions on China-Sri Lanka exchanges and cooperations in Buddhism and culture. Counsellor Ji Lili, who is in charge of cultural and educational affairs, attended.

FM Wang Yi Announced China’s Follow-up Actions to Implement GGI

FM Wang Yi: Turn the GGI from Blueprint into Reality

Xiong’an New Area in Hebei—a millennial project for China’s development and a new path for modern governance—has risen from the ground in just nine years, transforming into a true city of the future. 🌆

Ambassador Wei Huaxiang met the family members of Hon. R.G. Senanayake, former Minister of Trade and Commerce, who signed the Rubber-Rice Pact in 1952 with China. Will never forget our old friends. May the traditional friendship between our two countries be passed down from generation to generation!

Delighted to witness the fruitful conclusion of the Undergraduate Seminar 2026 on "Sri Lanka and the Belt and Road Initiative-Building Synergies for Sustainable Development"! Warmest congratulations to all bright young participants! Youth represents the future of China-Sri Lanka friendship and sustainable cooperation. Keep shining and building bridges together! #ChinaSriLanka

China held a gathering in Beijing on Thursday to commemorate the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Red Army's Long March.

2026 marks the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Long March, a legendary military maneuver led by the Communist Party of China in the 1930s. Ninety years on, the spirit of the Long March lives on.

🇨🇳🤝🇱🇰A warm visit to Kandy: Ambassador Wei Huaxiang visited the girls’ school on 16 October, joined classroom chats and shared stationery and smiles.😊

Day 1 of the BRISL Undergraduate Seminar 2026 is Successfully Concluded! Undergrads from the University of Colombo, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, and University of Kelaniya joined the Seminar for deep-dive sessions on "Sri Lanka and the Belt and Road Initiative-Building Synergies for Sustainable Development." Students also visited Huawei Technologies Lanka and Port City Colombo, gaining first-hand insights into digital innovation, infrastructure, and investment shaping Sri Lanka's future. Youth are the future of China-Sri Lanka friendship and cooperation. Looking forward to another productive session on Day 2! @BRI_SL

Ambassador Wei Huaxiang Calls on Founder of Sri Chandananda Buddhist College and Visits the College On October 17, Ambassador Wei Huaxiang called on Most Venerable Doctor Godagama Mangala Nayaka Thero, founder of Sri Chandananda Buddhist College, in Kandy. The two sides had friendly exchanges on China-Sri Lanka Buddhist cultural exchanges and educational cooperation. The Thero expressed appreciation to the Chinese side for providing scholarship support through the Yunnan Provincial Government Scholarship program, noting that six outstanding students from the College will pursue undergraduate studies at Yunnan University of Science and Technology under the scholarship this year. During his stay in Kandy, Ambassador Wei also visited the College's Girls' and Boys' Schools, interacted with teachers and students, and presented stationery packs to the students. Ms. Ji Lili, Counsellor for Cultural and Educational Affairs, and Ven. Godagama Dhammakiththi Thero, Principal of Sri Chandananda Buddhist College, attended the events.

On October 16, Ambassador Wei Huaxiang visited Kandy and called on Chief Prelate of the Asgiriya Chapter Most Ven. Warakagoda Sri Gnanarathana Mahanayake Thero and Chief Prelate of the Malwatta Chapter Most Ven. Thibbotuwawe Sri Sumangala Mahanayake Thero. The two sides had extensive and in-depth exchanges on China-Sri Lanka Buddhist cultural exchanges and bilateral people-to-people cooperation. Ms. Ji Lili, Counsellor for Cultural and Educational Affairs, attended the meeting.

Warm congratulations on the complete success of the seminar!

On October 15, the official unveiling ceremony of Sri Lanka's Renminbi Clearing Bank was held in Colombo. The establishment of the RMB Clearing Bank is a pragmatic choice to serve bilateral economic and trade exchanges，a timely move to support Sri Lanka's economic recovery and also a vivid practice in building the China-Sri Lanka community with a shared future.🇨🇳🇱🇰

Nice meeting. Long live China and Sri Lanka friendship!