The Chinese Navy hospital ship "Peace Ark" is currently docked at Colombo Port as part of China's Mission Harmony - 2024 program. The ship, which arrived on December 21, is providing free medical services to the people of Sri Lanka including health screenings and treatments. The initiative also extends to Chinese nationals living in Sri Lanka.
The Chinese Navy hospital ship "Peace Ark" is currently docked at Colombo Port as part of China's Mission Harmony - 2024 program. The ship, which arrived on December 21, is providing free medical services to the people of Sri Lanka, including health screenings and treatments. The initiative also extends to Chinese nationals living in Sri Lanka.
On Wednesday, the ship was inspected by Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, the Minister of Health and Mass Media of Sri Lanka. Dr. Jayatissa expressed his gratitude for the Peace Ark's contributions to improving the nation's public health and underscored the importance of the mission in strengthening bilateral ties between Sri Lanka and China.
"The support from China has been invaluable across various sectors, including healthcare, education, and economic development. We deeply appreciate the ongoing humanitarian efforts by China, which continue to positively impact Sri Lanka," said Dr. Jayatissa.
The "Peace Ark" is part of a broader Chinese initiative aimed at fostering goodwill and providing assistance to countries in need of medical aid. The hospital ship has become a symbol of China's commitment to international humanitarian assistance, particularly in areas lacking adequate healthcare infrastructure.
Sri Lanka is the latest beneficiary of this mission, with the ship expected to remain at Colombo Port for several days to ensure that as many people as possible can access its free healthcare services.
