MV X-Press Pearl disaster: Case to be taken up today

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By: Isuru Parakrama

Colombo (LNW): The lawsuit filed at a Singaporean court demanding compensation for the eco-damage caused by the destruction of the cargo vessel MV X-Press Pearl is set to be taken up for a second date today (15).

The case was first taken up at the said Singaporean court on May 09, 2023. A Singaporean legal firm will be appearing on behalf of Sri Lanka.

The destruction of the cargo vessel MV X-Press Pearl by fire on May 20, 2021 was reportedly the worst environmental disaster in Sri Lanka in the recent history.

The AG’s Office filed a lawsuit before a Singaporean court demanding compensation for the eco-damage, but concerned parties opined that a trial can be called upon at a Sri Lankan court.

The Marine Environment Protection Authority (MEPA) commented measures have been taken to reassess the damage caused by damage.

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