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I’ve arrived in Sri Lanka, where I will engage with authorities and stakeholders, witness firsthand the impact of Cyclone Ditwah, and discuss how the IMF can support recovery and help build a stronger future for all Sri Lankans.

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A Russian aircraft carrying 35 tons of humanitarian aid arrived in Sri Lanka today to support communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah. 🇷🇺🇱🇰 The consignment includes a mobile power plant and essential food items, to be distributed to the most impacted regions. Grateful for Russia’s support in this difficult time. Thank You 🙏 🇷🇺 Russian Embassy in Sri Lanka Russian Humanitarian Aid Arrives in Sri Lanka to Support Cyclone Ditwah Recovery A special handover ceremony was held on December 10 to mark the arrival of 35 metric tons of Russian humanitarian aid to Sri Lanka, following the severe impact of Cyclone Ditwah. The IL-76 cargo aircraft of the Russian Federation landed at Katunayake Airport carrying a relief consignment that includes a mobile power plant and a variety of essential food supplies aimed at assisting communities displaced by the adverse weather. Officials present at the ceremony included Russian Ambassador to Sri Lanka Levan Dzhagaryan, Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation Anura Karunathilaka, Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd.), and Airport and Aviation Chairman Air Chief Marshal Harsha Abeywickrama. The Russian aid package will be distributed to the most affected regions, strengthening ongoing national and international efforts to support recovery and restoration in the aftermath of the cyclone.
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A Russian aircraft carrying 35 tons of humanitarian aid arrived in Sri Lanka today to support communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah. 🇷🇺🇱🇰 The consignment includes a mobile power plant and essential food items, to be distributed to the most impacted regions. Grateful for Russia’s support in this difficult time. Thank You 🙏 🇷🇺 Russian Embassy in Sri Lanka Russian Humanitarian Aid Arrives in Sri Lanka to Support Cyclone Ditwah Recovery A special handover ceremony was held on December 10 to mark the arrival of 35 metric tons of Russian humanitarian aid to Sri Lanka, following the severe impact of Cyclone Ditwah. The IL-76 cargo aircraft of the Russian Federation landed at Katunayake Airport carrying a relief consignment that includes a mobile power plant and a variety of essential food supplies aimed at assisting communities displaced by the adverse weather. Officials present at the ceremony included Russian Ambassador to Sri Lanka Levan Dzhagaryan, Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation Anura Karunathilaka, Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd.), and Airport and Aviation Chairman Air Chief Marshal Harsha Abeywickrama. The Russian aid package will be distributed to the most affected regions, strengthening ongoing national and international efforts to support recovery and restoration in the aftermath of the cyclone.

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Full address by EAM Dr S Jaishankar & Sri Lanka FM Vijitha Herath in Colombo. India has announced a $450 m relief package for Sri Lanka post cyclone Ditwah with Sri Lanka thanking New Delhi for the quick support under Op Sagar Bandhu.
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The IMF stands with Sri Lanka and its people at this important moment — committed to helping turn recovery into lasting prosperity. Thank you, Sri Lanka, for the warm and generous hospitality!
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Sri Lanka Tweet 🇱🇰

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An IMF staff team will visit Sri Lanka from March 26 - April 9, with the aim to complete a combined fifth and sixth review of the IMF-supported program while assessing the potential impact of the Middle East conflict on the economy.

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The Matara Festival for the Arts (MFA) is back! Feb 20–23, 2026 after its postponement due to Cyclone Ditwah. 📌Full programme: 📌 Support the festival: Matara Festival For The Arts😍 මාතර කලා උළෙල 🤩 மாத்தற கலை விழா ❤️ Sunil Handuneththi Tourism Sri Lanka Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority John Keells Group Chanchala Samaraweera Gunewardena India in Sri Lanka Matara Festival for the Arts is back from Feb 20-23rd 2026! (following its postponement during Cyclone Ditwah). As the video shows, Indian artist Dushyantha HP, supported by the India-Sri Lanka Foundation, visited Sri Lanka in December in line with festival’s Tuk Tuk Art Ambassador’s project & not only helped craft one of the project’s mobile tuk canvases which will be unveiled during the festival, but also, as the Indian government at large has done through these last few months, stepped up to help in SL’S recovery efforts. The festival’s updated programme is now available both at and on Instagram & Facebook “MataraForArts. “ The festival is primarily free except for limited events stated in the programme, and we thank our incredible Patrons for the ability to maintain this accessibility for another year. Should you be able, you too can support this goal via a purchasing as many ‘Support the Festival’ Passes as you like via
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The Matara Festival for the Arts (MFA) is back! Feb 20–23, 2026 after its postponement due to Cyclone Ditwah. 📌Full programme: 📌 Support the festival: Matara Festival For The Arts😍 මාතර කලා උළෙල 🤩 மாத்தற கலை விழா ❤️ Sunil Handuneththi Tourism Sri Lanka Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority John Keells Group Chanchala Samaraweera Gunewardena India in Sri Lanka Matara Festival for the Arts is back from Feb 20-23rd 2026! (following its postponement during Cyclone Ditwah). As the video shows, Indian artist Dushyantha HP, supported by the India-Sri Lanka Foundation, visited Sri Lanka in December in line with festival’s Tuk Tuk Art Ambassador’s project & not only helped craft one of the project’s mobile tuk canvases which will be unveiled during the festival, but also, as the Indian government at large has done through these last few months, stepped up to help in SL’S recovery efforts. The festival’s updated programme is now available both at and on Instagram & Facebook “MataraForArts. “ The festival is primarily free except for limited events stated in the programme, and we thank our incredible Patrons for the ability to maintain this accessibility for another year. Should you be able, you too can support this goal via a purchasing as many ‘Support the Festival’ Passes as you like via

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Admiral Steve Koehler, Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, has arrived in Sri Lanka for his official visit. 🇺🇸🇱🇰 His visit underscores the strong U.S.–Sri Lanka security partnership and our shared commitment to maritime security, regional stability, and a free and open Indo-Pacific. Admiral Steve Koehler, Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, visited Sri Lanka from February 19 to 21, 2026. During his visit, Admiral Koehler will engage with Sri Lankan government officials and military counterparts to discuss shared values of advancing cooperation in maritime security, regional stability, and to enhance collaboration and interoperability. The U.S. Pacific Fleet—the largest naval fleet command in the world—operates across half the globe, protecting vital sea lanes and connecting partners throughout the Indo-Pacific. Admiral Koehler’s second visit to Sri Lanka highlights the strategic importance the United States places on Sri Lanka’s role at the crossroads of global maritime routes and underscores our shared long-term commitment to a free, open, and prosperous Indo-Pacific. Admiral Koehler’s visit reaffirms the strong U.S.-Sri Lanka security partnership and our confidence in the professionalism and capability of our partners. As we stand with Sri Lanka in facing shared security challenges—from maritime domain awareness to countering transnational threats—our support is focused on building transparent, long-term, mutually beneficial security partnerships that protect sovereignty and advance a free and open Indo-Pacific. U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka
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Admiral Steve Koehler, Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, has arrived in Sri Lanka for his official visit. 🇺🇸🇱🇰 His visit underscores the strong U.S.–Sri Lanka security partnership and our shared commitment to maritime security, regional stability, and a free and open Indo-Pacific. Admiral Steve Koehler, Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, visited Sri Lanka from February 19 to 21, 2026. During his visit, Admiral Koehler will engage with Sri Lankan government officials and military counterparts to discuss shared values of advancing cooperation in maritime security, regional stability, and to enhance collaboration and interoperability. The U.S. Pacific Fleet—the largest naval fleet command in the world—operates across half the globe, protecting vital sea lanes and connecting partners throughout the Indo-Pacific. Admiral Koehler’s second visit to Sri Lanka highlights the strategic importance the United States places on Sri Lanka’s role at the crossroads of global maritime routes and underscores our shared long-term commitment to a free, open, and prosperous Indo-Pacific. Admiral Koehler’s visit reaffirms the strong U.S.-Sri Lanka security partnership and our confidence in the professionalism and capability of our partners. As we stand with Sri Lanka in facing shared security challenges—from maritime domain awareness to countering transnational threats—our support is focused on building transparent, long-term, mutually beneficial security partnerships that protect sovereignty and advance a free and open Indo-Pacific. U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka Tweet 🇱🇰

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📢SRI LANKA: During 2022 and 2023, authorities responded to unprecedented protests in #SriLanka with unlawful use of tear gas, water cannon, and misuse of batons. The suppression of protest must stop, and authorities must uphold the right to freedom of peaceful assembly in Sri Lanka. Read Amnesty International’s new report which investigates Sri Lankan authorities’ unlawful force against protesters: #ProtectTheProtest #HumanRights #Amnesty
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📢SRI LANKA: During 2022 and 2023, authorities responded to unprecedented protests in #SriLanka with unlawful use of tear gas, water cannon, and misuse of batons. The suppression of protest must stop, and authorities must uphold the right to freedom of peaceful assembly in Sri Lanka. Read Amnesty International’s new report which investigates Sri Lankan authorities’ unlawful force against protesters: #ProtectTheProtest #HumanRights #Amnesty

Amnesty International South Asia, Regional Office

66,005 views • 2 years ago

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Sri Lankans living in Maldives came together to express their heartfelt gratitude to the people of Maldives 🇲🇻 for standing with Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 when it mattered the most. A touching moment of friendship, solidarity and shared humanity. 🙏❤️🇲🇻🇱🇰 🇲🇻🤝🇱🇰 “ދިވެހިންގެ އެހީތެރިކަމާއި ހިތްހެޔޮކަން ދުވަހަކުވެސް ހިތުން ފޮހެވިގެން ނުދާނެ” Maldives in SriLanka Sri Lanka in Maldives

Sri Lanka Tweet 🇱🇰

25,254 views • 8 months ago

If Pakistan boycotts, the ICC can replace them with Bangladesh as all matches are in Sri Lanka and problem for BCB will be solved.
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If Pakistan boycotts, the ICC can replace them with Bangladesh as all matches are in Sri Lanka and problem for BCB will be solved.

Shah

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