Ref: 2025/PR/366
The humanitarian aid provided by the Government and the people of the Maldives, to the people of Sri Lanka, following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah, has been officially handed over to the Government of Sri Lanka, today.
The Government of Maldives, the private sector, and the Maldivian public have contributed significantly to assist Sri Lanka during this difficult period. These include USD 50,000 from the Government of Maldives, USD 834,843.98 raised through a telethon led by the Maldives Public Service Media in collaboration with private media partners, and financial support from the private sector. The relief assistance including 25,000 cases of canned tuna worth USD 1,232,166.02, produced by the Maldives Industrial Fisheries Company Ltd (MIFCO) were handed over to the Sri Lankan authorities by High Commissioner Masood Imad. The canned tuna was transported to Sri Lanka by MSS Galena, operated by the Maldives State Shipping.
In addition, the Maldivian community in Sri Lanka organized a donation drive from 1–5 December at the Maldives Cultural Centre in Colombo. These contributions will be delivered to Sri Lanka’s National Disaster Management Centre for swift distribution to those most affected.
The Maldives hopes this assistance will strengthen ongoing relief efforts and help address the immediate needs of impacted communities. This collective support underscores the enduring friendship between the Maldives and Sri Lanka. The Maldives reaffirms its commitment to supporting Sri Lanka in humanitarian, social, and development initiatives.