Sri Lanka has requested Chinese assistance to rebuild infrastructure damaged by Cyclone Ditwah, which killed at least 641 people, Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath said. The request came during talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, who visited Colombo on Monday. Herath specifically sought help with reconstructing roads, railways, and bridges affected by the cyclone. Wang […]
Cyclone Ditwah damage
Sri Lanka unveils massive cyclone rebuild plan
Sri Lanka has announced plans to spend an additional $1.6 billion in 2026 to support recovery efforts after Cyclone Ditwah, one of the deadliest natural disasters in the country’s history. The cyclone killed more than 640 people and severely disrupted daily life across large parts of the island. Moreover, floods and landslides triggered by the […]