For ‘Friend’ India? Sri Lanka tells Chinese ‘spy’ ship to defer Hambantota port visit

After India questioned the 'real purpose' of Chinese 'spy' ship's visit to Hambantota port, Sri Lankan government has asked China to defer the arrival of Yuan Wang 5 ship. The Chinese space-satellite tracker ship was set to dock at the China-leased, strategic Sri Lankan port on August 11 and leave on August 17 after refuelling. Indian officials had reportedly informed Sri Lanka that the Chinese ship could pose a threat to its national security as India's external affairs ministry informed it was monitoring the development closely. Watch this video for more details.

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[sp-tjye]

I welcome Sri Lanka's decision not to allow Chinese spy ship in Hambantota port. Both countries must not harm each other's national security.

[Azad-Ek-Desh-Bhakt]

As a indian we should remember Sri lanka was that country who helped pakistan navy in 1971 war. So never believe srilanka as our friendly country.

[gouravsinha]

I'm 100% sure that Dr Jaishankar is moving the pieces on the board. ❤️

[Rahul-]

Great diplomatic win by India this is why we should help our neighbour ..

[dvrsrikanth]

This is what a Stable and Powerful Government can do. Kudos to the Indian Govt and PM Modi!! Its definitely a diplomatic victory over China in the region.

[wilfreddsouza]

India has been the only country to help Sri Lanka in its current economic meltdown. This isn’t the first time India has helped
Sri Lanka. It is imperative that Sri Lanka is sensitive to the security concerns of India & keeps China out of its territory.

[bmmilind]

SriLanka has noted that IMF has delayed the loan to them due to this treacherous behavior of their leadership, if Srilanka doesn't understand India's security concerns and keeps flirting with China then India will need to take tough measures to safeguard her interests .

[arjyoni]

Finally they realise that staying together and united as neighbours supporting each other for overall development and security must be priority

[rajrohan]

Finally a great move by India and Lanka 👏

[pujanshah]

China wanted to flex its muscles in IOR India punctured and humiliated it.

[madhavant]

India was there to help Sri Lanka when it faced a tough situation. Hopefully SL will be sensitive to our concern with regard to presence of China and their activities there.

[SAURABH]

This is INDIA's growing soft power in INDO PACIFIC where we are fully able and capable to replace china's dominance.. by our neighbourhood first policy, from our look east to ACT EAST policy, our SAGAR( security and growth for all in the region), first responder to every crisis, millions of dollars grant to small island and many more, , #NEW_INDIA #JAI_HIND

[shekharkale]

Sri Lanka didn't respect us, we by pressure made them to do this. Even after help from us, srilankan president allowed Chinese shop in first place.

[iskit]

Then why let it dock in first place? Very skeptical.

[j.h.viegas]

Given that Srilanka is heavily dependent on India's help in its difficult time it had no option but to refuse permission to the Chinese vessel to dock at its port.

[tripti]

A day without hypocrisy is a day wasted!!!
~~China 🇨🇳~~

[knightrider]

Srilankan Government are so much mischievous that they forgotten recent helps in there bad times. A country who policy are been so much devastating for the people of Srilanka are only to trying to increase there deposit in the swiss bank

[justwannabenameless]

Stay strong Sri Lanka. We can overcome these difficulties together.

[perusocoris_]

If Sri Lanka does not defend itself, it will lose its sovereignty and be invaded by Hans settlers who will replace the natives as is happening in Mongolia, northern Laos, Cambodia, Tibet, Xinjiang etc. The culture of Sri Lanka will disappear. Thanks for sharing.

[The_risingsun]

They're just trying to control damage here that already done . They're just trying to show that they're also concerned about India's safety but if they that concern why they allowed them at first place . Now they're just acting like they care . They're afraid that India will stop free funds 💰