China stands with Sri Lanka in the wake of Cyclone Ditwah

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Chinese Ambassador Qi Zhenhong (left) with Foreign Affairs Minister Vijitha Herath

On 2 December, the Government of Sri Lanka received a donation of $ 1 million in financial assistance and RMB 10 million worth of emergency relief supplies from the Government of China. In addition, $ 100,000 was provided through the Red Cross Society of China to the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society, while Chinese enterprises and citizens in Sri Lanka contributed a further Rs. 10 million in support of the relief efforts.

The contribution was formally handed over by Chinese Ambassador Qi Zhenhong and accepted on behalf of the Government of Sri Lanka by Foreign Affairs Minister Vijitha Herath.

Minister Herath expressed the Government’s sincere appreciation to China, a longstanding friend of Sri Lanka, for its steadfast support following the recent adverse weather conditions caused by Cyclone Ditwah.

The Chinese side conveyed deep sympathy to the families affected by the disaster, noting that the people of China share the grief of their Sri Lankan brothers and sisters. China reaffirmed its confidence that, under the leadership of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and with the collective support of the international community, the valiant Sri Lankan people will undoubtedly overcome the disaster, stand united in solidarity, and rebuild their homes in the near future.

China reiterated its commitment to standing with Sri Lanka during this difficult time and supporting the country’s efforts to recover and rebuild.