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Research Vessel Dr. Fridtjof Nansen Completes Marine Scientific Survey in Sri Lankan Waters and Departs Colombo

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Research Vessel Dr. Fridtjof Nansen Completes Marine Scientific Survey in Sri Lankan Waters and Departs Colombo

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Sri Lanka and Vietnam set to boost connectivity and trade with new direct flights and expanded cooperation

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