India’s assistance as our closest neighbour in implementing the Trincomalee District Development Project is of immense value to Sri Lanka.

Source: https://www.onlanka.com/news/sri-lanka-president-delivers-special-statement-in-parliament.html

The discussion had focused on developing Trincomalee as an energy hub and promoting renewable energy, infrastructure development and supply of liquefied natural gas.

Source: https://easternmirrornagaland.com/sl-to-sign-deal-with-india-to-shift-to-renewable-energy-for-power-generation/

With regard to increasing sea and air connectivity, for example, the development of ports and logistics infrastructure at Colombo, Trincomalee, and Kankesanthurai with Indian assistance has been a topic of discussion for decades.

Source: https://thediplomat.com/2023/08/india-sri-lanka-vision-document-old-wine-new-bottle/