By: Puli
March 19, LNW (Colombo): Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, Anura Kumara Dissanayake held a telephone discussion with Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani to review the evolving situation and its global implications, according to the President’s Media Division.
During the conversation, President Dissanayake inquired about the safety and well-being of nearly 150,000 Sri Lankans residing in Qatar, expressing solidarity with the Qatari people. The Emir assured that all residents, including Sri Lankan nationals, remain safe and secure under current conditions.
The two leaders also discussed broader challenges linked to the crisis, including possible disruptions to global supply chains and energy markets. Particular attention was drawn to risks surrounding key maritime routes such as the Strait of Hormuz.
President Dissanayake emphasized the need for strong international coordination to minimize economic fallout, especially for developing countries like Sri Lanka, which are vulnerable to rising energy costs.
Reaffirming Qatar’s position as a reliable energy supplier, the Emir pledged continued stability in energy exports despite ongoing challenges.
Both leaders voiced concern over the wider impact on regional and global stability and stressed the urgent need to ease tensions, avoid further military escalation, and prioritize diplomatic dialogue.
President Dissanayake reiterated Sri Lanka’s firm support for peaceful engagement as the only sustainable path toward long-term stability.