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Action taken by Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Following the devastation caused by the tidal waves (tsunami) the Ministry of Foreign Affairs launched the government's international appeal for immediate and medium term assistance. Initial requests were made to friendly countries and UN and other relief agencies, states a Foreign Affairs Ministry release.

All Sri Lanka Missions abroad have been requested to obtain assistance from governments of their accreditation. Missions have also been requested to mobilise diaspora and other well-wishers for volunteer assistance. Mechanisms are being set up to receive such donations channelled through missions abroad.

All heads of missions have been asked to remain in station until further notice. A special unit set up within the Economic Affairs Division will coordinate all relief assistance.

Contact details: Prasad Kariyawasam, Director General - Tel: 0094-11-2431980, 2432650, 777-390031.

Kshenuka Senewiratne, Additional Director General - Tel: 0094 11-2323804, 773-136690. Fax: 0094 11 2422644.

A dedicated line has also been established in the Foreign Ministry for providing information to Sri Lankan diaspora on affected relatives.

Contact details: Ms. Sashikala Premawardena/Ms. Chaminda Colonne. Tel: 0094 11 5361938. Fax: 0094 11 2422644.

The Tourist Board 24 hour hotline 0094 11 2437061 has also been conveyed to missions and posted on the ministry website for foreign nationals seeking information about friends and relatives.

The Foreign Ministry has further set up mechanisms to assist in identifying and helping foreign nationals affected by the disaster in coordination with relevant diplomatic missions in Colombo.

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