December 22, Colombo (LNW): Prime Minister Dr Harini Amarasuriya met with the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Sri Lanka, Marc-André Franche, at the Prime Minister’s Office on 20 December 2025 to review the country’s response to the recent natural disasters and the progress of relief efforts.

According to an official statement, Mr Franche expressed strong appreciation for the speed and coordination shown by the Government in reaching affected communities and delivering emergency assistance. Drawing on comparisons with crisis responses in other parts of the world, he observed that Sri Lanka has received an unusually high level of international backing, reflecting confidence in the country’s response mechanisms.

He also assured the Prime Minister that he would fully apply both his official role and personal dedication to mobilise continued international support, ensuring that Sri Lanka receives the help required during the recovery phase.

Prime Minister Amarasuriya, in turn, thanked the United Nations for its sustained cooperation and support. She noted that the combined efforts of political leadership and public officials, from district-level administrators to frontline personnel, had played a decisive role in managing the situation effectively.

She further reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to ensuring transparency and efficiency in the use of international assistance, while prioritising the swift restoration of normal life for families and communities impacted by the disaster.

The discussion was also attended by Secretary to the Prime Minister Pradeep Saputhanthri and Secretary to the Ministry of Education Nalaka Kaluwewa.