Swiss Government pledges support to reclaim Sri Lankan assets held abroad

Ambassador of Switzerland to Sri Lanka Dr. Siri Walt, has assured Switzerland’s support in recovering assets that have been moved out of Sri Lanka.

During discussions, Ambassador Walt provided guidance on the international measures required for reclaiming such assets and expressed Switzerland’s readiness to extend support whenever necessary by providing essential resources and assistance.

Ambassador Walt made these remarks during a meeting held at the Presidential Secretariat with the Secretary to the President, Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake yesterday (24).

The discussion also focused on utilising Switzerland’s expertise and technical knowledge to assist Sri Lanka’s on-going anti-corruption initiatives. The Swiss government reiterated its commitment to providing technical and financial support for Sri Lanka’s priority programmes, including the “Clean Sri Lanka” programme.

The Ambassador additionally expressed Switzerland’s 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.

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