The Chinese government has agreed to provide the entire quantity of school uniform materials required for 2026 as a grant to Sri Lanka, covering all students in government and government-aided schools, the Ministry of Education said yesterday.
An official ceremony was held at the Ministry of Education to exchange the certificates of agreement. The grant will benefit 4,418,404 students across the country.
The event was held under the patronage of Minister of Education and Higher Education Dr. Madura Seneviratne and Chinese Ambassador Qi Zhenhong. During the ceremony, the agreement was formally exchanged between Ministry Secretary Nalaka Kaluwewa and Ambassador Qi.
Speaking at the occasion, Minister Seneviratne highlighted China’s ongoing support to Sri Lanka’s education sector.
“China donated 11.82 million meters of cloth for school uniforms in 2025, covering the entire national need and directly benefiting more than 4.6 million students across the country. This contribution, worth over Rs. 5.17 billion, enabled every child from the youngest students to those preparing for national examinations to pursue education with dignity and equality. A similar contribution for 2026 deserves appreciation,” he said.