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UN supports Sri Lanka’s disaster preparedness efforts
United Nations Resident Coordinator Marc-André Franche discussed with Defence Secretary Sampath Thuyacontha ways to strengthen disaster preparedness and response in Sri Lanka, following Cyclone Ditwah. They reviewed lessons learned and emphasized improving early warning systems, inter-agency coordination, equitable relief distribution, local preparedness, and resilience against climate hazards.
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United Nations Resident Coordinator in Sri Lanka Marc-André Franche met Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) at the Ministry of Defence to discuss continued UN support for Sri Lanka's disaster response and recovery efforts.
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