Sri Lanka has banned Chinese research ships from entering its ports and exclusive economic zone for one year, following objections from India and the US

Sri Lanka has banned Chinese research ships from entering its ports and exclusive economic zone for one year, following objections from India and the US. The move comes in response to concerns over the presence of at least 25 Chinese ships, including warships and submarines, in the Indian Ocean this year. The ban aims to address security worries raised by India and the US about Chinese activities in the region.