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Sri Lanka offers disaster assistance to Nepal after devastating floods

Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath spoke with Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal on Wednesday and conveyed Sri Lanka’s readiness to provide necessary support.
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By REPUBLICA

KATHMANDU, Aug 27: Sri Lanka has expressed solidarity with Nepal following the devastating floods and landslides that caused loss of life and widespread destruction in Rasuwa and other parts of the country.



Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath spoke with Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal on Wednesday and conveyed Sri Lanka’s readiness to provide necessary support.


The two sides discussed possible assistance in disaster management and relief operations, including search and rescue efforts and medical facilities.


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Sri Lanka’s Disaster Management Centre will coordinate with relevant Nepali authorities to identify and provide any specific assistance required.


Herath also expressed condolences to the families who lost loved ones, reaffirming Sri Lanka’s solidarity with Nepal.


 


 


 

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