Ditwah Catastrophe: Foreign Relief Coordination Committee Meets to Tighten Oversight and Delivery Mechanisms

February 05, Colombo (LNW): The High-Level Committee responsible for coordinating foreign relief supplies met once again at the Parliamentary Complex, with proceedings chaired by Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retired).

Discussions focused on assessing the current handling of international relief assistance and introducing firm measures to enhance transparency, accountability and operational effectiveness across all aid-related activities. Particular attention was given to ensuring that relief reaches affected communities fairly and without delay.

Committee members examined strategies for improving the allocation and distribution of donated supplies through clearer procedures and stronger monitoring systems. The Ministry of Defence noted that the meeting also addressed long-term planning, with an emphasis on improving readiness and management structures for future humanitarian assistance.

Addressing the committee, the Deputy Minister stressed that close coordination among state institutions is essential to maximise the value of foreign aid. He reaffirmed the government’s intention to reinforce existing coordination frameworks so that relief operations remain efficient, credible and responsive to public needs. He further instructed that all relevant reports and documentation be promptly forwarded to the Presidential Secretariat.

The session was attended by committee members alongside senior officials from the Disaster Management Centre, the Office of the Deputy Minister of Defence, the Presidential Secretariat and Sri Lanka Customs.

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