Concern Over "Chinese Men In Military Uniform" At Sri Lanka Dredging Site

According to True Ceylon, several men were seen dredging an ancient tank in Sri Lanka's Hambantota in uniform similar to the Chinese military wear.

As China moves ahead to take control of Sri Lankan infrastructure, the alleged deployment of Chinese military personnel in Hambantota continues to evoke furore and concerns. According to True Ceylon, several Chinese men were spotted recently engaged in dredging an ancient tank in the Hambantota District, wearing a military uniform similar to the Chinese military wear. As per Sri Lankan law, wearing or even being in possession of a military uniform when not serving in the military is a punishable offence. Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka, a war veteran and former Army Commander and MP, openly alleged that the Chinese military personnel were operating at the site. "Many in the present government have links with wealthy businessmen in China, therefore, it is clear how decisions are made," he said. In the recent developments, the Chinese stationed in Sri Lanka have come under the hammer over the activities they have been engaged in after the successful takeover of the Colombo Port City project on a 99-year-old lease with a powerful governing power in their favour.