[Sri Lanka] - Foreign Ministry statement on ensuring security of Sri Lankans in Middle East

INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Sri Lankaâ $ s Foreign Ministry says that the escalation of the current conflict in the Middle East has actually generated a vital scenario
particularly in Lebanon.Issuing a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs mentioned that, in view of the substantial variety of Sri
Lankans used in the area, required steps to guarantee their security and security are currently being taken through the particular Sri Lanka
Missions in those countries.Necessary instructions to make sure the security of Sri Lankans will also be supplied frequently by the Sri
Lanka Missions, it said. In this context, Sri Lankans residing in the Middle East area are requested to pay unique attention to these
directions, and act accordingly, the statement added.Furthermore, relatives of those working and residing in the Middle East area might call
the Consular Affairs Division of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for details about their NoK in the event of any emergency situation
The contact numbers are 011 â $ 2338812 and 011 â $ 7711194.