Sri Lanka has faced economic challenges in recent years, creating a need for international cooperation and humanitarian assistance. As of 2025, more than 20 countries and several global organizations are actively supporting Sri Lanka through financial aid, food aid, medical supplies, development projects, and loan restructuring.

1. India

India is the largest contributor to Sri Lanka during the crisis.
• Over USD 4 billion in financial support
• Fuel, food, and medicine supply
• Humanitarian assistance
• Education & development projects

2. Japan

Japan remains one of Sri Lanka’s most reliable development partners.
• Medical equipment
• Infrastructure projects (railways, water supply, roads)
• Emergency humanitarian funding

3. United States (USA)

• Food security assistance
• Development financing
• Medical aid

4. China

• Loan restructuring support
• Infrastructure development
• Medical and humanitarian help

5. United Kingdom (UK)

• Humanitarian funding
• Education and clean water projects

6. Australia

• Food and nutrition support
• Health sector assistance

7. Canada

• Humanitarian relief
• Community development programs

8. European Union (EU)

• Economic support
• Humanitarian funding
• Development cooperation projects

9. International Organizations Supporting Sri Lanka

• IMF – Economic stabilization and loan program
• World Bank – Development financing
• ADB (Asian Development Bank) – Infrastructure & financial support
• UNICEF – Child welfare and education
• WFP (World Food Programme) – Food and nutrition aid

Total Number of Countries Supporting Sri Lanka

On average, between 20 and 25 countries are supporting Sri Lanka directly or indirectly. Their contributions cover key areas such as economy, healthcare, food security, education, development, and humanitarian relief.

Conclusion – View from intoday.online

International support plays a crucial role in helping Sri Lanka recover and move toward long-term stability. With continued cooperation and global partnerships, the country is expected to progress steadily in the coming years.