India reiterates Sri Lanka to resolve ethnic conflict through power devolution for lasting peace

India reiterated once again that the ethnic conflict should be resolved through a power sharing mechanism as Sri Lanka committed in order to ensure a lasting peace and ethnic harmony in the country. 

“It is in Sri Lanka’s own interest that the expectations of the Tamil people for equality, justice, peace and dignity within a united Sri Lanka are fulfilled. That applies equally to the commitments made by the Sri Lankan Government on meaningful devolution, including the 13th Amendment to the Constitution. The progress and prosperity of Sri Lanka will surely be advanced as a consequence.” India’s External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar said during a joint press conference today along with his Sri Lankan counterpart Minister Dinesh Gunawardena. 

As we promote peace and well-being in the region, Dr Jaishankar said that India has been strongly committed to the unity, stability and territorial integrity of Sri Lanka. “Our support for the reconciliation process in Sri Lanka is longstanding, as indeed for an inclusive political outlook that encourages ethnic harmony.”