Update on Sri Lankans in Haiti amidst escalation of violence

26-Mar-2024

In a statement issued on Wednesday (March 20), the ministry asserted that it is in contact with companies operating in Haiti employing Sri Lankan nationals.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says it is closely following the prevailing situation in Haiti where the citizens are reeling from the spiral of violence that erupted after armed gangs took control of the capital city Port-au-Prince and other areas.

In a statement issued on Wednesday (March 20), the ministry asserted that it is in contact with companies operating in Haiti employing Sri Lankan nationals.

“The companies have confirmed that the [Sri Lankan] nationals are safe and away from the areas where there is ongoing unrest.”