US provides $2 million emergency life-saving assistance to Sri Lanka



Colombo, Dec. 3 (Daily Mirror)- In response to the severe impact of Tropical Cyclone Ditwah, the United States is providing $2 million in emergency life-saving assistance for people in need in Sri Lanka, the office of the spokesman said.

The United States will also leverage the Department of War’s strategic airlift capabilities to support the U.S. government disaster response efforts. Representatives from the Department of State are working closely with the Sri Lankan government and relief organisations to ensure that assistance is distributed efficiently and reaches the communities most affected by the disaster, the office said.

"We are committed to ongoing coordination with the government of Sri Lanka as it undertakes the critical work of recovery and reconstruction after Tropical Cyclone Ditwah. The United States expresses its sincere condolences for the tragic loss of life and destruction caused by Cyclone Ditwah," the office said.

 


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