Sri Lanka

The Ambassador of Switzerland to Sri Lanka and Ambassador designate to the Maldives, Dr.
Siri Walt, has assured Switzerlands support in recovering assets that have been moved out of Sri Lanka.Ambassador Walt made these remarks during a meeting held today (24) at the Presidential Secretariat with the Secretary to the President, Dr.
Nandika Sanath Kumanayake.During discussions, Ambassador Walt provided guidance on the international measures required for reclaiming such assets and expressed Switzerlands readiness to extend support whenever necessary by providing essential resources and assistance, the Presidents Media Division (PMD) reported.The discussion also focused on utilizing Switzerlands expertise and technical knowledge to assist Sri Lankas on-going anti-corruption initiatives.
The Swiss government reiterated its commitment to providing technical and financial support for Sri Lankas priority programs, including the Clean Sri Lanka program, the PMD said.The Ambassador additionally expressed Switzerlands commitment to supporting Sri Lanka in addressing social challenges, promoting national reconciliation, and assisting with the development of the Northern region through necessary aid and resources.The meeting was attended by Senior Additional Secretary to the President, Roshan Gamage.--PMD





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