Sri Lanka, Nov. 28 -- Sri Lanka Tourism has designated a responsible officer to handle inquiries regarding foreign tourists affected by the current disaster situation.

A diplomatic briefing was held today at the Prime Minister's Office under the leadership of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, Vijitha Herath, with the participation of Colombo-based Heads of Mission, to update them on the government's ongoing emergency flood relief operations and recovery measures.

Heads of Sri Lanka's Diplomatic Missions and Posts overseas also joined the briefing virtually, according to the PM's Office.

The discussion focused on ensuring the safety of affected communities, as well...