Sri Lanka Embassy in Riyadh Dispatches 3rd Relief Shipment for Cyclone Victims 🚢

• Relief Shipment: The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Riyadh dispatched a third 40-foot container on 8 January 2026, containing essential items valued at SAR 71,000 (US$ 19,000) to aid victims of the Ditwah cyclone. • Financial Contributions: Sri Lankan expatriates and well-wishers in Saudi Arabia contributed SAR 300,000 (US$ 80,000) to the Nation Building Fund to support national recovery and reconstruction efforts. • Community Support: The shipment includes dry rations, clothing, stationery, and sanitary items donated by the Sri Lankan community. Trico Cargo facilitated the transport on a complimentary basis as part of its social responsibility. • Previous Assistance: This follows two prior consignments, including essential goods worth US$ 11,000 and 8 high-capacity tower light generators valued at US$ 43,000 donated by Energia LLC to the Disaster Management Centre. • Impact: These contributions highlight the critical role of the Sri Lankan diaspora in supporting disaster relief and national resilience during humanitarian crises. 📈