Russia has agreed to promptly supply refined petroleum products to Sri Lanka, while discussions are underway to establish long-term agreements to ensure a steady supply of fuel, the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) announced.
CPC Managing Director Mayura Neththikumarage said these developments follow successful talks between Sri Lankan officials and a visiting Russian delegation led by Deputy Energy Minister Roman Marshavin, along with Russian Ambassador L.S. Dzhagaryan.
According to Neththikumarage, the discussions concluded on a positive note, with the Russian side expressing readiness to begin fuel deliveries to Sri Lanka without delay.
He further stated that Sri Lanka is seeking to formalize a long-term arrangement with Russia to maintain consistent fuel supplies. Additional rounds of discussions on the proposed agreement are scheduled to continue today.
Meanwhile, the CPC assured that current fuel stocks are adequate to meet local demand until May. A shipment carrying 35,500 metric tons of diesel arrived in the country earlier this week, and unloading is now in progress.
Two more fuel consignments are also expected to reach Sri Lanka within the month, Neththikumarage added.
Separately, Deputy Minister Marshavin met President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Wednesday evening and conveyed Russia’s willingness to assist Sri Lanka in addressing any challenges arising from the ongoing Middle East conflict.
In a statement, the President’s Office said Russia had pledged support across multiple sectors, including energy, technical assistance, and machinery, if required.
