IMF Team Wraps Up Mission to Sri Lanka

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Mission Chief Evan Papageorgiou, has concluded its visit to Sri Lanka, which began on January 22 in Colombo. The visit focused on assessing the economic and social impact of Cyclone Ditwah.

During their stay, the IMF delegation met with top government officials, including President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, Central Bank Governor Dr. P. Nandalal Weerasinghe, and key ministers. Discussions also involved private sector representatives, civil society groups, and development partners.

Papageorgiou highlighted that the team reviewed fiscal responses, monetary policy considerations, and financial sector stability in light of the cyclone. The IMF reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s recovery and reconstruction under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF), emphasizing continued efforts to protect vulnerable communities, strengthen public investment management, and maintain fiscal and debt sustainability.

The IMF indicated that follow-up discussions on Sri Lanka’s economic policies under the EFF will continue at the earliest opportunity.