Date: 2 June 2026
Location: Trincomalee, Sri Lanka

The Ambassador of Germany to Sri Lanka, Dr. Felix Neumann, met with representatives of the Aham Humanitarian Resource Centre (AHRC) in Trincomalee on 2 June 2026 during his official visit to the district. The meeting provided an opportunity to discuss key land rights and human rights concerns affecting communities in the Northern and Eastern Provinces of Sri Lanka.

Discussion on Land Rights and Human Rights

During the meeting, AHRC representatives shared concerns regarding land rights issues, the human rights situation, and the challenges faced by human rights defenders working in the Northern and Eastern Provinces. The discussion also addressed the current social, economic and political circumstances of affected communities in these regions.

Particular attention was given to land dispossession, justice for families of the forcibly disappeared, accountability for human rights violations, and the need to strengthen the protection of human rights. The participants also exchanged views on the expectations of people in the Northern and Eastern Provinces regarding justice, accountability and a sustainable political solution.

Highlighting the Concerns of Affected Communities

The meeting offered AHRC an opportunity to bring the concerns and expectations of affected communities to the attention of an international representative. Issues surrounding land grabbing, enforced disappearances and the protection of human rights remain important concerns for communities seeking justice and recognition of their rights.

The discussion also highlighted the challenges faced by human rights defenders who work to document violations, advocate for affected people and promote the protection of fundamental rights.

Promoting International Attention to Regional Issues

The meeting with the German Ambassador provided a platform for exchanging views on the continuing challenges faced by communities in the Northern and Eastern Provinces. By raising these concerns, AHRC sought to draw international attention to the need for justice, accountability, human rights protection and a sustainable political solution that addresses the expectations of affected communities.

AHRC continues its engagement with relevant stakeholders to highlight the concerns of affected communities and advocate for the protection of human rights, land rights and justice in the Northern and Eastern Provinces of Sri Lanka.