THE government and people of Myanmar delivered urgent humanitarian aid to Sri Lankan communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah. On 28 November 2025, the cyclone caused flooding and landslides across 25 districts, affecting over 900,000 people and damaging homes, roads, and essential infrastructure.
Following the guidance from Myanmar’s Head of State, a delegation led by Director-General U Zaw Phyo Win of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Director-General Daw Lei Lei Aye of Ministry of Social Welfare, Relief and Resettlement flew to Colombo on the night of 6 December. They were welcomed by Myanmar Ambassador to Sri Lanka Daw Marlar Than Htaik and senior Sri Lankan officials, including Chanmari Rodrigo of Southeast and Central Asia Affairs and Air Vice Marshal S Deshapriya GM Silva.
The Myanmar team handed over medicines, medical supplies, and personal health items carried by the military aircraft, totalling 9.2 tonnes, to support recovery efforts. This aid, valued at around US$120,000, includes 500 tonnes of rice and an extra US$100,000 in relief funds to be delivered in the coming days. The gesture reflects strong bilateral relations and Myanmar’s commitment to assisting Sri Lanka in rebuilding swiftly. — MNA/KZL
