Switzerland pledges support for Sri Lanka’s asset recovery and anti-corruption efforts

Ambassador of Switzerland to Sri Lanka and Ambassador-designate to the Maldives, Dr Siri Walt, has pledged Switzerland’s support for recovering assets that have been moved out of Sri Lanka.

During discussions, Ambassador Walt outlined the international measures required to reclaim such assets and expressed Switzerland’s willingness to provide essential resources and assistance whenever necessary.

Dr Walt made these remarks during a meeting held yesterday (24) at the Presidential Secretariat with the Secretary to the President, Dr Nandika Sanath Kumanayake.

The discussion also focused on leveraging Switzerland’s expertise and technical knowledge to support Sri Lanka’s ongoing anti-corruption efforts. The Swiss government reaffirmed its commitment to offering technical and financial assistance for Sri Lanka’s priority initiatives, including the ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ programme.

The Ambassador further reiterated Switzerland’s dedication to aiding Sri Lanka in addressing social challenges, promoting national reconciliation, and supporting the development of the Northern region through targeted aid and resources.