Council of Arab Ambassadors in Sri Lanka calls on President AKD

Colombo, April 8 (Daily Mirror) - A meeting between the Council of Arab Ambassadors accredited to Sri Lanka and President Anura Kumara Dissanayake was held this morning (08) at the Presidential Secretariat.

According to President’s Media Division (PMD), the ambassadors briefed the President on the challenges faced by countries in the Middle East amid the prevailing conflict situation, particularly the threats posed to peace, security, and stability in the region.

The President stated that Sri Lanka looks forward to the early restoration of peace in the Middle East. He also expressed concern over attacks targeting countries in the region that are not directly involved in the conflict, and firmly stated that such attacks are not condoned under any circumstances.

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake further expressed appreciation for the support extended to Sri Lanka by Middle Eastern countries, especially their contributions towards meeting energy requirements, as well as their role in providing foreign employment opportunities and supporting the tourism industry.

Noting that a large number of Sri Lankan workers are employed in Middle Eastern countries, the President also conveyed his gratitude for the attention given to ensuring their safety in the current conflict situation.

He further affirmed that Sri Lanka, both as an individual nation and collectively with others, will extend its fullest possible support, within the framework of international law, towards ensuring peace, security, and stability in the Middle East.