Modern Relations In 1949, soon after the independence of both countries, resident embassies were quickly established. The two countries continued their history of religious exchange during the Sixth Buddhist Council, hosted by Burma. The Sri Lankan delegation played a leading role in the deliberations of the council of 2500 monks.
modern relations in 1949 soon after the independence of both countries resident embassies were quickly established the two countries continued their history of religious exchange during the sixth buddhist council hosted by burma the sri lankan delegation played a leading role in the deliberations of the council of 2500 monks