IMF MD expresses solidarity with Lanka

The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, met President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat to discuss Sri Lanka’s economic recovery, post-disaster assistance, and the next phase of the IMF-supported reform programme.

The IMF Managing Director expressed solidarity with Sri Lanka following recent natural disasters, noting that, as the economy was recovering, a devastating cyclone had struck several regions.

She observed that affected rural communities require renewed economic dynamism and emphasised the importance of timely assistance for housing, land rehabilitation, and improved livelihood opportunities.

She acknowledged the Government’s swift response in extending support to affected communities and noted that the IMF had also provided over US$200 million in emergency financing to support recovery efforts.

Discussions focused on how the IMF could continue to provide the most effective support to Sri Lanka under the ongoing programme, which has helped restore macroeconomic and financial stability.

The Managing Director noted that the partnership between Sri Lanka and the IMF is delivering tangible benefits for both the economy and the public and that the intention is to continue along this path while pursuing higher ambitions for growth and productivity.