A special Japanese delegation, led by Ambassador H.E. Akio Isomata, together with Minister of Health and Mass Media Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, inspected the Sri Lanka National Hospital yesterday (10). The visit focused on reviewing the advanced medical equipment recently donated by the Government and people of Japan.
The inspection aimed to assess the treatment services provided by the donated equipment and to explore further avenues of support for strengthening Sri Lanka’s healthcare system.
Japan’s donation, valued at 1,000 million yen, included an MRI machine, a CT scan machine, a Cathlab treatment unit, and a range of essential medical and surgical equipment. These contributions are expected to enhance diagnostic capacity and improve the quality of patient care at the country’s premier government hospital.
Minister Jayatissa expressed his gratitude to the Japanese government and Ambassador Isomata, noting that Japan’s assistance plays a crucial role in the continued development of Sri Lanka’s health sector. Ambassador Isomata reaffirmed Japan’s longstanding friendship with Sri Lanka and pledged continued support for future healthcare initiatives.
