His Majesty Sultan Haitham Sends Condolences to Sri Lankan President on Cyclone Ditwah Victims
His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has sent a cable of condolences to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka on victims of Cyclone Ditwah which hit the city of Colombo.
In a gesture of solidarity and compassion, His Majesty the Sultan expressed his heartfelt sentiments to President Anura, the families of the victims, and the people of Sri Lanka. His Majesty also wished the injured a speedy recovery and to safeguard the country from calamities.
Oman-Sri Lanka Relations
This message of condolence from His Majesty Sultan Haitham reflects the strong bilateral relations between the Sultanate of Oman and Sri Lanka. The gesture demonstrates Oman's commitment to standing with Sri Lanka during times of natural disasters and humanitarian crises.
Cyclone Ditwah Impact
Cyclone Ditwah caused significant devastation in Colombo, affecting many families and communities. The cyclone brought heavy rains, strong winds, and flooding, leading to loss of life and property damage across the region.
Community Support
For the Sri Lankan community in Oman, this message from His Majesty serves as a reminder of the strong bonds between our two nations. The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Muscat is also collecting donations to support relief efforts in Sri Lanka.
Source
This article is based on reporting from Arabian Daily.