COLOMBO : Ambassador of Palestine to Sri Lanka Ihab Khalil called on Minster of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism Vijita Herath on 02 June 2025 at the Ministry and briefed him on the situation in Gaza and discussed bilateral issues.
The Ambassador of Palestine appreciated Sri Lanka for its stance on the Palestine issue and for the continuous solidarity and support extended to Palestine at regional and international fora. He appreciated Sri Lanka for the donation of USD 1 Million made to the Gaza Children’s Fund through the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA).
Minister Herath expressed Sri Lanka’s deep concern regarding the current humanitarian situation in Gaza. He reaffirmed Sri Lanka’s unwavering support for the right of the Palestinian people to statehood in accordance with the provisions of the UN Charter and the relevant UN resolutions. Sri Lanka remains committed to supporting a negotiated settlement in line with internationally agreed parameters of two states living side by side on the basis of the 1967 borders, which is key to achieving long term security, peace and prosperity.
