The Government of Sri Lanka has decided to establish an independent Commission for Truth, Harmony and Reconciliation.
According to the Government sources, the key objective of establishing this commission is to establish truth regarding post-conflict grievances of Sri Lankan citizens, facilitating reconciliation, reparation and sustainable peace.
The proposed Commission acknowledges every Sri Lankan’s inalienable right to ascertain the truth, a pivotal aspect for individuals and communities to heal from past conflicts.
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval for the joint proposal furnished by the President, the Minister of Justice, Prison Affairs and Constitutional Reforms and the Minister of Foreign Affairs to publish the Draft Bill for the Commission for Truth, Harmony and Reconciliation of Sri Lanka in the Government gazette notification to enable the Public and all the interested parties to further submit opinions and proposals in the regard.
Approval of the Cabinet of Ministers was granted at their meeting held on April 3, 2023 to instruct the Legal Draftsman to prepare a draft Bill on Truth and Reconciliation Mechanism.
The clearance of the Attorney General too has been received for that draft Bill.
