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EU vows continued assistance

European Union EU Asia and Central Asia Director Dirk Meganck who is in the country on a visit said the EU and the UN have not only supported Sri Lanka during times of difficulty and war but will continue to assist the country in its post conflict development as the joint partnership between the two organizations has proved to be successful.


European Union Asia and Central Asia Director Dirk Meganck and UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator Neil Buhne handing over the documentary CD to External Affairs Deputy Minister Neomal Perera. Picture by Thushara Fernando

He said the EU and the UN have been working together in the country for many years supporting diverse sectors including infrastructure, education, shelter, livelihoods, water and sanitation, health and food security in collaboration with the Government.

He was speaking at the launching of a documentary yesterday featuring EU and UN joint cooperation projects carried out in the country.

The combination of UN experience and partnership with local authorities and communities with key EU inputs on project design, monitoring and funding,is producing results with a lasting impact said UN Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator Neil Buhne.

External Affairs Deputy Minister Neomal Perera who said the UN and the EU are doing an active role in development of the country.

He said Sri Lanka ranks 16th among the top 20 countries which are demonstrating equality between men and women at the Global Gender Gap Index released in October 2010 which is a reflection of support provided by the UN and the EU.

The EU funds diverse sectors including infrastructure, shelter, education, livelihood, water and sanitation, environment, health and food security.

A significant amount of funding has also been allocated for emergency relief, development projects, reconstruction and rehabilitation activities, he added.

He said 78 local NGOs and INGOs and 11 UN agencies are working in partnership with the government on rehabilitation and reconstruction programs in the Northern Province.

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