As a gesture of support, the Government of Sri Lanka has pledged USD 1 million in humanitarian aid to assist with ongoing relief and recovery efforts in Myanmar, Deputy Foreign Minister Arun Hemchanadra announced.
- Full Statement
Today afternoon in Bangkok, I met H.E. U Than Swe, Deputy Prime Minister and Union Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar.
I conveyed Sri Lanka’s heartfelt condolences to the people of Myanmar following the recent earthquake, and expressed our solidarity during this difficult time.
As a gesture of support, the Government of Sri Lanka has pledged USD 1 million in humanitarian aid to assist with ongoing relief and recovery efforts. In addition, we are preparing to deploy medical teams and provide health sector assistance to support those affected on the ground.
We held a constructive discussion on strengthening our bilateral ties, with a focus on Buddhist cultural diplomacy, education and vocational training, and expanding trade and investment in niche markets.
We also reaffirmed the importance of BIMSTEC as a vital regional platform to enhance cooperation, connectivity, and shared development across the Bay of Bengal.
I thanked the Government of Myanmar for the assistance extended in repatriating Sri Lankan victims of cybercrime-linked trafficking. I also urged continued cooperation to facilitate the safe return of the next group of affected individuals.
Finally, we agreed that it is essential to find a permanent and collaborative solution to the issue of illegal immigration, and that this must be achieved through strengthened regional cooperation and diplomatic engagement.