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Ban the LTTE in Europe: Expat `Tamil Democrats`
Wednesday, 23 November 2005 - 2:32 AM SL Time
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A delegation of Confederation of Tamil Associations or `Tamil Democrats` at a meeting with the European Union (EU) recently urged them to pressurise both the Sri Lankan Government and the LTTE to re-start the current peace process with human rights, democracy and security at its core, by accommodating a transparent process.
The delegation further requested the EU to press the Sri Lankan Government for a permanent political solution that addresses and accommodates the aspirations of the Tamil and Muslim people in the country.
They further urged the Sri Lankan Government and the international community to support the right of return of the Northern Muslims who were ethnically cleansed out of the North by the LTTE and accommodate independent Muslim delegations in any negotiations to find a lasting solution to the burgeoning ethnic problem.
The delegation representing Sri Lankan Tamils from UK, France, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland, Canada Denmark and Norway rejected the LTTE`s claim of being the `sole representative` of the Tamil people and called upon the EU to intervene on behalf of other representatives of the Tamils to participate in peace negotiations. They further denounced the violence and terror committed by the LTTE upon Tamil and Muslim civilians hiding behind the `sole representative notion`, which is only facilitating a neo-fascist regime run by the LTTE in the Northern and Eastern provinces.
A picket was also held opposite the EU quarters in London, while a representative delegation met an EU delegation to discuss the violence faced by Sri Lankan Tamils at the hands of the LTTE in Sri Lanka and in Europe.
The EU delegation responding to the calls by Tamil Democrats to ban the LTTE in Whole Europe, had pointed out that the process of the EU banning, is being delayed due to dilatory tactics of Denmark and Sweden. The Tamil Democrats also drew the EU`s attention to the criminal activities of the LTTE in Europe, including intimidation, extortion and pro-terrorist propaganda broadcast by pro-LTTE Tamil Radio and TV channels in Europe, glorifying violence and suicide bombers, calling for compulsory monitoring of the LTTE controlled media operating in Europe.
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ravi_r
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| These are my Tamil brothers, for whom I will grant regional autonomy to strike peace and live in harmony. By the way, not a single sq. inch of land to LTTE or their cronies. |
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22 Nov 2005 21:00:39 GMT Report for Abuse
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| I know this is a little out of topic, but what's the news on Karuna who was supporting Mahinda and Federalism? |
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22 Nov 2005 21:18:25 GMT Report for Abuse
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Tamil Democrats (As per Sinhala Govt)
Douglas+Karuna(govt intelligence)+Ananda Sangaree + Late Kadir.....add more
Edited By - oeohosje - 22 Nov 2005 21:19:10 GMT |
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22 Nov 2005 21:26:53 GMT Report for Abuse
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There is no space for Democrats in current Sri Lankan climate - be it in the North or the South.
Tigers are committed to representing the Tamils of Sri Lanka and their commitment has been based on 'personal' sacrifice. Whether this lasts or not, is to be seen. So long as they continue to sacrifice, it does not matter whether the other side - common Tamils, endorse the Tigers. To the extent of their sacrifices they do represent the Tamils - even if it is just one Tiger.
The Tamil Democrats who have appealed to the EU, are revealing that they DO NOT represent Expatriate Tamils. What sacrifices have they made on behalf of Expatriate Tamils to represent them? This element of sacrifice of earned benefits is fundamental to ownership without physical endorsement.
Gaja Lakshmi Paramasivam from Australia
Edited By - Gaja - 22 Nov 2005 21:30:00 GMT |
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22 Nov 2005 21:27:21 GMT Report for Abuse
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Tamil Democrats: Velu Prabhakaran+Thamilselvam+Anton Balasingham+Pottu Amman+......
LOL :)
BTW Velu and Pottu are on Interpole list for most wanted in India. |
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22 Nov 2005 21:32:36 GMT Report for Abuse
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Hi guys, can anybody explain how Tamil business in southern and western parts of Sri Lanka thrive if Sinhalese are so bad as you say. They could have gone only to Sinhalese shops. How many Tamils live in those parts of the SL in peace with Sinhalese and Muslims. Why don't people see that.
Before calling others racist, please look in the mirror!
Edited By - ShanA - 22 Nov 2005 21:35:11 GMT |
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22 Nov 2005 21:37:30 GMT Report for Abuse
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ShanA,
You are talking about one part of a big national issue. Like the Tamils in Sinhalese areas, Sinhalese in Tamils areas also feel comfortable living in the midst of Tamils. I came across one such family in a remote part of Batticaloa. It's when people of the area become politically active that the risk increases.
Gaja Lakshmi Paramasivam from Australia |
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22 Nov 2005 21:45:19 GMT Report for Abuse
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@Gaja
Nobody chased Tamils away from Colombo or other parts of Sri Lanka. In fact when some lunatics went berserk in 1983, many Sinhalese protected Tamils from those idiots.
Contrary, LTTE chased away Sinhalese and Muslims from the areas they control. So it's not the same! |
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22 Nov 2005 22:30:10 GMT Report for Abuse
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ShanA,
Thank you for responding.
The Tamils in Sinhalese areas were not protected by the lawfully appointed Government. Some were protected by individuals and small groups. Many were left open to the violence of thugs. The government's failure - conscious or otherwise amounts to active violation when the victims are able to 'see' better avenues.
The Tigers are not lawfully appointed representatives of the Tamils. Hence any protection or risk that Sinhalese go through in Tamil areas is still the responsibility of the Government. If the government does not take responsibility - then it must expressly devolve power to the people of the area or declare that they have given up on these areas.
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