China, Sri Lanka ink 8 deals for closer ties

Chinese President Hu Jintao (L) holds a welcome ceremony for the visiting Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapakse at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China, Feb. 27, 2007. China and Sri Lanka on Tuesday signed a series of deals when Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapakse is visiting Beijing to mark the 50th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties.