UAE sends new humanitarian aid consignment to Sri Lanka

December 3, 2025 at 3:44 PM

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has dispatched another humanitarian relief consignment to Sri Lanka as part of its ongoing support for communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah. 

According to the President’s Office, the aid shipment arrived this afternoon 903 Dec) aboard a UAE Air Force C-17A aircraft.

The cargo consisted of food packets, relief bags, rescue vehicles and utility vehicles, all intended to strengthen the ongoing search, rescue and recovery operations in cyclone-affected areas. 

The consignment was officially received by Brigadier Sachindra Wijesiriwardhane of the Sri Lanka Army, who conveyed Sri Lanka’s appreciation for the UAE’s swift assistance.

The relief was provided by the UAE’s Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) team, and they reaffirmed their continued commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s emergency response efforts. 

This latest delivery adds to the growing international support mobilised to aid Sri Lanka’s recovery from the disaster. (Newswire)