Feb 27, Beijing: Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa and Chinese President Hu Jintao met this evening at the Great Hall.

Sri Lankan First Lady Shiranthi Rajapaksa is also pictured.

Mr. Rajapaksa's visit to China coincides with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

The President and accompanying governmental officials and members of Sri Lanka's private sector are exploring bilateral agreements and business opportunities with China during their week-long visit.

(Pix: Sudath Silva)