Dr Anton Balasingham, chief negotiator of the LTTE, arrived in Sri Lanka today (October 15) at 9.30am via Sri Lankan Airlines flight UL506 from London.

Dr Balasingham was met at the Katunayake International Airport by the Norwegian Ambassador, Mr Jon Westborg, and representatives of the Norwegian Embassy in Colombo. Thereafter, he was flown to the Wanni in an Air Force helicopter. He was accompanied by a representative of the Secretariat for Co-ordinating the Peace Process.

Dr Balasingham’s visit to Sri Lanka, prior to the second round of peace talks commencing October 31, is to hold discussions with the LTTE leadership.

Dr Balasingham is accompanied by his wife, Adele.

SCOPP Communications Unit