Sri Lanka, Dec. 8 -- A consignment of humanitarian aid worth around Rs. 400 million, donated by China for the disaster-affected population in Sri Lanka, arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake this morning (08) aboard a Chinese cargo aircraft.

The Boeing 747-400 cargo freighter touched down at the Katunayake Airport at 10:47 a.m. today, having departed from Shanghai, said Ada Derana reporter.

The relief items include inflatable lifejackets, tents, blankets, and bed sheets, with a total weight of 84,525 kilograms.

A large delegation was present to receive the aid, including Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation Anura Karunathilaka, Deputy Minister of Defence Aruna Jayasekara, and the Chinese Ambassador to Sr...