- The objective of this programme is to develop a framework needed to extend cooperation in the field of sport research, development and excellence between the two countries based on the mutual performance and aspirations. In this regard, a greater focus will be made on the following aspects:

* Exchange of teams of Boxing, Golf, Karate, Taekwondo, Table Tennis, Volley Ball, Baseball, Hockey, Squash and Cricket;

* Exchange of sports training programmes and officials;

* Exchange of equipment required for development of sports related programmes;

Accordingly, the proposal made by Hon. Navin Dissanayake, Minister of Tourism and Sports, to enter into the above Memorandum of Understanding, was approved by the Cabinet.