IMF says Sri Lanka’s $ 200 m rapid financing request under review after Cyclone Ditwah

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IMF Mission Chief for Sri Lanka Evan Papageorgiou

International Monetary Fund (IMF) Mission Chief for Sri Lanka Evan Papageorgiou in a statement issued yesterday confirmed that the Government has requested SDR 150.5 million (around $ 200 million) in emergency assistance under the Rapid Financing Instrument, a request now under consideration by the IMF Executive Board.

“In the wake of the devastating impact and widespread destruction caused by Cyclone Ditwah, we extend our deepest sympathies to the people of Sri Lanka who have been profoundly affected by this disaster.

“The Sri Lankan authorities have requested financial assistance from the IMF under the Rapid Financing Instrument (RFI) for SDR 150.5 million (approximately 26% of quota or about $ 200 million). This request is currently under consideration and subject to approval by the IMF’s Executive Board.

“The IMF remains closely engaged with Sri Lankan authorities during this challenging period; and is committed to supporting the country as it undertakes urgent efforts to recover, rebuild and promote resilience for the future,” the statement added.