JETRO Colombo

Japanese Companies in Sri Lanka and A-PAD Sri Lanka Support Communities Affected by Cyclone Ditwah.

Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Sri Lanka (JCCISL) , in collaboration with the Asia Pacific Alliance for Disaster Management Sri Lanka (A-PAD SL) , is supporting relief and recovery efforts for communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah.

JCCISL is an association consisting of over 80 Japanese companies operating in Sri Lanka, with the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) Colombo office serving as its secretariat.

since 2014, A-PAD SL has been coordinating and supporting disaster preparedness, mitigation, disaster risk reduction, capacity building and relief activities across Sri Lanka, inspired by principles in Japan.

As part of this engagement, JETRO, on behalf of the JCCISL, presented a financial contribution to support ongoing disaster relief efforts. This contribution reflects the strong commitment of Japanese enterprises to stand alongside the people of Sri Lanka and support its resilient and sustainable development.

JETRO and A-PAD SL also discussed with a focus on improving preparedness planning and coordination to support affected areas as well as mitigating risks of Japanese enterprises. A-PAD SL provided updates on its disaster response activities in severely damaged areas like Biyagama, Mutur, Puttalam, and Gampola, as well as plans for interventions based on government-identified needs.

JETRO remains committed to promoting trade and investment by encouraging collaboration between Japanese and local partners.