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The Conservative Party of Canada (CPC) pledged to increase Canadian presence in the North-East by opening a consulate in Jaffna.
Addressing a meeting with the Tamil community in Toronto, Canada's Minister of National Defence and Minister for Multiculturalism Jason Kenney said,
“Expanding our diplomatic reach to Jaffna will enable Canadian officials to bolster Canada's deep commitment to Sri Lankan democracy and civil society in the difficult process ahead”.
The minister went on to highlight issues that his party would focus on, stating:
“We will ensure that Canada continues to be at the forefront in advocating for the expeditious return of Sri Lanka’s internally displaced people to their own land, for the rebuilding of their lives, and towards the prosperity of the nation and the stability of the region.”
“In addition, a re-elected Conservative government will press for the return of seized land, provide support to the internally displaced, sponsor rehabilitation and relief efforts for the victims of war including war widows, and ensure that vital assistance is delivered to the communities that need it the most,” said a CPC press release.
“A re-elected Conservative Government will ensure that Canada continues to be a world leader in its strong support for peace and reconciliation in Sri Lanka,” added Mr Kenney.