SL Calls for De-escalation in Middle East Amid Global Trade Risks 📈

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism has issued an urgent call for peace and restraint in the Middle East and West Asia, citing grave concerns over civilian safety and the stability of the global economy. • Global Trade Impact: The Government is monitoring the situation closely due to the direct threat to international trade and the global economy, which carries significant repercussions for Sri Lanka’s economic stability. • Diplomatic Stance: Sri Lanka condemns attacks on civilian infrastructure and reiterates that protecting civilians is a fundamental obligation under international humanitarian law. • Key Sectors at Risk: Tensions in this region specifically impact foreign employment (remittances) and tourism, while threatening the territorial integrity and sovereignty of involved states. • Economic Context: As a country committed to global peace, Sri Lanka urges parties to return to negotiations to prevent further aggravation of the "dire situation" and its subsequent impact on regional security. Based on official data from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (15 March 2026).