Well formulated plan mooted:

ROK Envoy assures safety of Lankans

Nadira GUNATILLEKE

Korean Ambassador Dr Choi Ki Chul with Health Minister Maithripala Sirisena after the discussion.

Republic of Korea (ROK) Ambassador Dr. Choi Ki Chul assured the safety of all Sri Lankans working in South Korea when he met Health Minister Maithripala Sirisena recently.

Dr Chul met Minister Sirisena at his official residence and held discussions in connection with the safety of Sri Lankans working in South Korea and the assistance provided to Sri Lanka by KOICA.

During the discussion the Ambassador promised to protect all Sri Lankans and all the other foreigners working in South Korea during a possible future conflict.

The Korean Government has implemented a well formulated plan to protect them all, he added.

The Ambassador said the Korean Government will continue to assist Sri Lanka's development drive without interruption.

He spoke of a program to be implemented soon to exchange experiences of health staff of Sri Lanka and Korea and commended the Sri Lankan health staff dedication.

Minister Sirisena said that Sri Lankan health staff have a good recognition at international level and extended his support towards the program.