<h1>India and Sri Lanka to Sign Defence Pact Amid China's Growing Influence; Discussions on Debt, Energy, and Investments.</h1> India and Sri Lanka are set to sign a significant defence cooperation pact during Prime Minister Modi's visit to Colombo, marking a notable development amid China's growing military influence in the region. The visit will also include discussions on restructuring Sri Lanka's debt and enhancing bilateral relations in various sectors such as energy, digital connectivity, and investments. Modi's trip follows Sri Lankan President Disanayaka's recent visit to India, where he assured that Sri Lanka would not compromise India's security interests. The visit aims to strengthen ties and explore new areas of cooperation, with several projects and agreements expected to be finalized.