President Meets Arab Ambassadors to Discuss Regional Peace & Economic Ties š
ā¢ Strategic Diplomatic Engagement: President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with the Council of Arab Ambassadors to discuss the Middle East conflict's impact on regional security and stability. The President called for the swift restoration of peace and condemned attacks on non-combatant nations. ā¢ Economic Interdependence: The discussion highlighted the Middle East's critical role in the Sri Lankan economy, specifically regarding: Energy: Vital contributions toward meeting national fuel and energy requirements. Foreign Employment: A primary source of remittances, with the President seeking continued safety for the high volume of Sri Lankan workers in the region. Tourism: Recognition of the Middle East as an important market for arrivals and investment. ā¢ Commitment to Stability: Sri Lanka pledged support for peace and security within the framework of international law. Key representatives from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Egypt, Palestine, Qatar, Iraq, Kuwait, and Libya were present, alongside senior Sri Lankan ministers covering Finance and Labour.