INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
The Sri Lankan government has decided to establish an independent Commission for Truth, Unity and Reconciliation, marking a historic step
planned to be established through an Act of Parliament, which is currently in the drafting process as a concept paper in consultation with
relevant stakeholders.The concept paper, used to prepare the final draft of the Bill for Parliament, will soon be available for comments to
ensure an inclusive process in developing legislation that strengthens and safeguards national unity through truth, transitional justice,
reconciliation, reparation and social cohesion, the PMD added.A key objective of this process is to establish the truth regarding
coexistence, equality, tolerance, respect for diversity and reconciliation among the people of Sri Lanka
This commitment extends to preventing any recurrence of disharmony and future conflict between the multi-ethnic and diverse communities.The
Commission is expected to review, consider and facilitate the implementation of recommendations made by past Commissions related to Sri
Consultation Task Force on Reconciliation Mechanisms, established in 2006 by the Government of Sri Lanka, will also be considered.In its
impartially, free from any political influence
With a victim-centric ethos, the proposed Commission will be a sanctuary for voices to be heard, pain to be acknowledged and dignity to be
new law, the government has initiated the establishment of an interim body, the Interim Secretariat for Truth and Reconciliation Mechanism
The ISTRM is working to build the necessary legal and policy framework, operational procedures and guidelines for the Commission.The
objective of the ISTRM is to lay the foundation for a home-grown solution for truth, reconciliation and national unity.The ISTRM is
currently engaging with the public and stakeholders to ensure the Commission is built with their participation and consultation, shaping
this transformative mechanism and ultimately paving the way for sustainable peace and national unity.
