Flowing Relief Goods from China

Followed by India sent relief goods to Srilanka in three ships. China too follow the suit and sent three Chinese ships carrying relief goods for victims of the floods and landslides.

These three ships will arrive in Sri Lanka on Thursday, the Government Information Department said today.

In the meantime a Pakistani ship with emergency assistance was scheduled to arrive in Colombo port today (30).

Meanwhile, Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop announced that the Australian Government will provide urgent humanitarian assistance in addition to the high grade inflatable boats that are to be sent to the country as soon as possible.

Responding to a request from the Sri Lankan Government, Australia promised Rs. 57 million to meet urgent needs, including the deployment of high-grade inflatable boats and outboard motors to expedite search and rescue efforts.