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šŸ¤ Sri Lanka Pledges US$ 1 Mn Humanitarian Aid to Nepal

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• Financial Support: President Anura Kumara Dissanayake directed the Government to extend a financial contribution of US$ 1 Mn in immediate relief and humanitarian assistance to Nepal following devastating floods and landslides. • Regional Solidarity: The assistance underscores the longstanding bilateral relationship and regional cooperation between both nations during natural disaster recovery efforts. • Diplomatic Engagement: Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath conveyed condolences and support directly to Nepalese Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal, with Sri Lanka remaining committed to further relief engagement.

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