GLOBAL TAMIL FORUM

On invitation from the Deputy Minister of Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) of Republic of South Africa Ms. Nomaindiya C Mfeketo MP, a GTF delegation lead by Father S J Emmanuel met at the South African High Commission, at Trafalgar Square in London on 25 May 2015.

GTF holds talks with South Africa on Lanka25 May 2015

The Global Tamil Forum (GTF), an influential diaspora group based in London, had talks today with the South African Government on Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka Marks Anniversary of Civil War’s End With New Focus on Reconciliation19 May 2015

The anniversary of the end of Sri Lanka’s three-decade civil war on May 19, 2009 is usually marked with celebration and triumphalist military parades. Not this year.

Global Tamil Forum Hails Sirisena As 'Emerging Statesman'18 May 2015

The London-based Global Tamil Forum (GTF), which was once staunchly pro-LTTE, is now describing Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena as an “emerging patriot and statesman”.

Small concessions, but Tamils still facing oppression09 May 2015

The Global Tamil Forum issued a statement on May 1 evaluating the first months of in office of Sri Lanka's new president Maithripala Sirisena.

Diaspora Hail Passing Of 19-A03 May 2015

Global Tamil Forum (GTF) has congratulated the leadership shown by all Sri Lankan political parties and their Parliamentarians, and in particular the leadership shown by President Sirisena and Prime Minister Wickremesinghe on successfully adopting the 19th Amendment to the Constitution.

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GTF congratulates President Anura Kumara Dissanayake25 September 2024

The Global Tamil Forum (GTF) extends its congratulations to Anura Kumara Dissanayake on being elected as the 9th President of Sri Lanka. Starting from a humble origin and remaining as a peoples’ person all through his political journey, President Dissanayake’s achievements will inspire a new generation of youth from all backgrounds to dream big.

GTF’s statement on Dr. Wickramabahu Karunaratne Passing29 July 2024

The Global Tamil Forum (GTF) is saddened by the passing of Dr. Wickramabahu Karunaratne and would like to extend its condolences to his family and all those who were fortunate to have crossed path with him.

GTF pays tribute to Tamil Elder Statesman Mr R Sampanthan on his passing04 July 2024

The Global Tamil Forum (GTF) is deeply saddened by the passing of the Tamil elder statesman R. Sampanthan on June 30, 2024. We express our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the departed leader and all those mourning the loss of Mr. Sampanthan.

Statement by the Sangha for Better Sri Lanka (SBSL) and the Global Tamil Forum (GTF) on recent events in Sri Lanka30 March 2024

The Sangha for Better Sri Lanka (SBSL) and the Global Tamil Forum (GTF) are saddened by the untoward incidents that took place during the Maha Shiva Rathri Event (March 8, 2024) at Vedukkunari Aathi Sivan Temple in the North of Sri Lanka.

Himalaya Declaration - Start of a National Conversation - "A Sri Lanka, where every citizen can live peacefully with dignity, trust, and no fear or suspicion, enjoying equal rights" -31 December 2023

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