The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has requested donations from Sri Lankans residing overseas and well-wishers of any nationality to address the current economic crisis in the country.
Issuing a notice, the CBSL said Sri Lankans are currently facing social, economic, and financial hardships due to the depleted foreign reserves of the country, resulting in major difficulties to meet the daily needs of essential medication, fuel, and food.
The bank assured that all foreign currency donations under this pledge will be utilized only for the purpose of importation of much-needed essential items such as medicine, fuel, and food.
The CBSL added that a committee consisting of three senior officers of the bank has been appointed by the Governor of the CBSL to ensure the transparency of the receipts and utilization of donations.
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