Sri Lanka, March 23 -- The Ambassador of Iran to Sri Lanka today reaffirmed Tehran's willingness to support Colombo with energy supplies, even as Sri Lanka turns to other markets amid ongoing global tensions and sanctions-related constraints.
At a press briefing, the ambassador was asked whether Iran would step in to assist Sri Lanka in the event of an oil shortage triggered by the current geopolitical situation.
"Definitely, the answer is yes," the envoy said. "Sri Lanka is our friendly country. As I mentioned, the Hormuz Strait is not closed to vessels of friendly nations. Iran is always ready to provide all necessities to its friendly countries like Sri Lanka."
He added that Iran remains prepared to supply both oil and other essential...