Germany assists Sri Lanka in demining

The Federal Republic of Germany donates around USD 450,000 for demining activities in the North.

The Integrated Humanitarian Mine Action Program supports the return of internally displaced communities in the North.

This program is implemented by the Swiss Foundation for Mine Action (FSD) and will affect 5,000 families (18,000 people)which were originally from Manthai West District.

This measure enables them to resume their economic and social life after a long period of insecurity.

Making a statement with regard to this issue Ambassador-designate Jens Ploetner said "Germany acknowledges the progress that has been made on the issue of IDP-resettlement in the past few weeks.

"In supporting demining-activities, we would like to contribute towards the safety of those families which have gone back to their homes."