GLOBAL TAMIL FORUM

A Tamil Diaspora from the West has come with a positive appeal to SL Govt, and it while welcoming the 100 day program initiated by the Govt that aims to crystallise the new governance norms through constitutional amendments and expressing it of huge significance for the long term future of SL.

Ready to play a constructive role-GTF tells President05 March 2015

The UK based Global Tamil Forum (GTF) has urged President Maithripala Sirisena to urgently address concerns of the war affected Tamil speaking people and to work towards meaningful political solution.

Maithripala gets diaspora boost05 March 2015

A leading Tamil Diaspora group has welcomed the steps taken by President Maithripala Sirisena to address several concerns in Sri Lanka and urged the government to reveal its blueprint to achieve a political solution by negotiating with the elected Tamil representatives.

Guide Peace Efforts in Sri Lanka26 February 2015

The recent visit of Sri Lankan president Maithripala Sirisena to New Delhi has opened a new chapter in India-Sri Lanka relations. During the earlier regime, bilateral relations were subjected to severe stresses and strains. Indian support was crucial in decimating the Tigers.

South African reconciliation process resumes under new govt25 February 2015

SLMC Leader and Urban Development Minister Rauff Hakeem yesterday urged South Africa to continue to support post-war peace and national reconciliation

Ban On Diaspora Will Remain01 February 2015

The new government will maintain the status quo of the previous government with reference to the ban imposed on the several Tamil Diaspora groups for their alleged involvement with the terror organisation and in reviving terrorism in the country.

No move to lift ban on diaspora01 February 2015

The new government says it has no intention of lifting the ban imposed on the several Tamil Diaspora groups for their alleged involvement with the LTTE and over attempts to revive terrorism in the country.

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Press Releases

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

Nagarkot, Nepal - 27th April 2023

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