Swiss Ambassador pledges support to President on economic and anti-corruption efforts

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Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Switzerland to Sri Lanka Dr. Siri Walt yesterday held a meeting with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

During the meeting, Ambassador Walt extended her congratulations to President Dissanayake on his recent election victory, conveying best wishes on behalf of the Government and people of Switzerland.

Ambassador Walt reaffirmed Switzerland’s commitment to supporting Sri Lanka, particularly through the ongoing IMF program, and expressed Switzerland’s readiness to assist President Dissanayake’s efforts to combat corruption. She also emphasised Switzerland’s expertise in foreign direct investments (FDIs) and tourism, offering assistance to Sri Lanka in these sectors to promote economic growth.

Further areas of collaboration discussed included constitutional reforms and labour migration, with Ambassador Walt noting Sri Lanka’s potential in these areas and pledging Switzerland’s support in facilitating progress.

The meeting underscored the strong diplomatic ties between Sri Lanka and Switzerland and highlighted the ongoing partnership aimed at fostering sustainable development and governance improvements in Sri Lanka.