China's Cosco Shipyard Group is plotting a new shipyard in Sri Lanka.

EconomyNext reported the Chinese state giant is working with China Harbour Engineering Company on the feasibility of building a plant at Hambantota port, according to Sri Lanka Ports Authority chairman Dhammika Ranatunga

There is a memorandum of understanding in place involving the three parties.

Earlier reports said the drydock may require a $600m investment.

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