Foreign Minister Peiris meets with Japanese Deputy Head of Mission

COLOMBO (News 1st); The Japan Deputy Head of Mission Katsuki Kotaro met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs Prof. G.L. Peiris on 27 May 2022 to discuss matters about bilateral engagements, domestic 

developments, and assistance from the international community in overcoming the current economic challenges encountered by Sri Lanka.

Whilst appreciating the generous assistance and support extended by the Government of Japan, particularly during the peak of the COVID 19 global pandemic, Foreign Minister Peiris requested continued support from Japan, both bilaterally and through multilateral channels, to mitigate the economic challenges in Sri Lanka.

Minister Peiris explained that the Government of Sri Lanka will seek assistance from Paris Club lenders, G7 countries, and other creditors following its decision to work out a debt restructuring plan with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Noting that the continued engagement by the international community with Sri Lanka is the key to overcoming the economic crisis, both sides discussed how further collaboration can be strengthened.

In this context, the Japanese envoy reiterated the support of the Japanese

Government in finding sustainable solutions to stabilize the economy of Sri Lanka.

Senior officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and officials of the Embassy of Japan were present during the meeting.