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March - 6 
At an hour-long meeting with the Norwegian chief cease-fire monitor and retired Army General Trond Furuhovede in Killinochci, northern Sri Lanka, on March 6, Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) leader Velupillai Prabhakaran praised the untiring efforts of Norway to bring peace to Sri Lanka. He a
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At an hour-long meeting with the Norwegian chief cease-fire monitor and retired Army General Trond Furuhovede in Killinochci, northern Sri Lanka, on March 6, Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) leader Velupillai Prabhakaran praised the untiring efforts of Norway to bring peace to Sri Lanka. He added that the cease-fire agreement laid a strong foundation for the peace process and a negotiated settlement. Prabhakaran urged for speedy opening up of the main A 9 Highway and assistance in the LTTE‘s massive project to de-mine the Vanni region so as to help resettlement and rehabilitation of displaced Tamils.
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March - 25 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) ideologue and chief negotiator Anton Balasingham returned to the LTTE-controlled Vanni on March 25 from London via Maldives in a seaplane, which landed on the Iranamadu irrigation tank. Facilitator in the peace process, Norway arranged his arrival in Sri L
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) ideologue and chief negotiator Anton Balasingham returned to the LTTE-controlled Vanni on March 25 from London via Maldives in a seaplane, which landed on the Iranamadu irrigation tank. Facilitator in the peace process, Norway arranged his arrival in Sri Lanka with the assistance of the Maldivian and Sri Lankan governments. Soon after arrival he went into a meeting with LTTE leader Velupillai Prabhakaran, their first one-on-one in three years. LTTE’s naval wing, the Sea Tigers, chief Soosai received Balasingham. Special Advisor in the Norwegian Foreign Ministry Erik Solheim, the Norwegian Ambassador in Sri Lanka Jon Westborg, Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission chief Trond Furohovde and another member of the SLMM, meanwhile, arrived in Kilinochchi and had discussions with, Balasingham and LTTE political wing chief Tamil Chelvam. The two and Prabhakaran are due to meet with the Norwegian delegation and discuss the ongoing ‘permanent cease-fire’ as well as other political issues.
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March - 26 
Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels gave their consent to hold peace talks with the government soon after normalcy is restored, pro-Tamil sources said, on March 26.The consent was conveyed at a meeting in Kilinochchi between the LTTE top-leadership and Norwegian facilitators. The meet
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Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) rebels gave their consent to hold peace talks with the government soon after normalcy is restored, pro-Tamil sources said, on March 26.The consent was conveyed at a meeting in Kilinochchi between the LTTE top-leadership and Norwegian facilitators. The meeting was attended by LTTE leader Velupillai Prabhakaran, chief negotiator Anton Balasingham and political-wing leader Tamil Chelvam and a Norwegian delegation, including Norway’s Ambassador in Sri Lanka Jon Westborg, Special Advisor to Norwegian Foreign Minister Erik Solheim, Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission chief Trond Furohovde. A Finnish official, too, participated in the talks. Reports also said LTTE leaders expressed disappointment at the slow pace of implementation of certain terms of the truce agreement with the government. The LTTE once again reiterated that de-proscription was an essential pre-requisite for peace talks to resume. The LTTE and the peace facilitators are scheduled to meet again on April 17, reports added.
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April - 4 
The Norwegian Ambassador to Sri Lanka Jon Westborg on March 3 held another round of discussions with the head of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)'s political wing S P Thamil Chelvam and the Chief Negotiator, Anton Balasingham, in Mullaitivu to discuss the arrangements regarding the forthc
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The Norwegian Ambassador to Sri Lanka Jon Westborg on March 3 held another round of discussions with the head of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE)'s political wing S P Thamil Chelvam and the Chief Negotiator, Anton Balasingham, in Mullaitivu to discuss the arrangements regarding the forthcoming meeting between Norwegian Deputy Foreign Minister Vidar Helgesen and LTTE leader Velupillai Prabhakaran. The Norwegian Deputy Foreign Minister is scheduled to visit Vanni on April 17 to meet Prabhakaran and hold discussions on direct negotiations between the LTTE and the Government.
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April - 13 
According to media reports dated April 16, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) has assured the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC), that it would no longer compel Muslims in the Eastern Province for funds. LTTE also agreed for the participation of SLMC representatives in the peace talks between
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According to media reports dated April 16, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) has assured the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC), that it would no longer compel Muslims in the Eastern Province for funds. LTTE also agreed for the participation of SLMC representatives in the peace talks between the Government and LTTE scheduled to be held in Thailand in May. The assurance was reportedly given by the LTTE leader Velupillai Prabhakaran to Rauff Hakeem in Killinochchi on April 13.
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April - 29 
28 LTTE cadres from the political wing reached Jaffna on April 29 evening in accordance with the terms of the cease-fire agreement signed between the Liberation government and the LTTE.
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28 LTTE cadres from the political wing reached Jaffna on April 29 evening in accordance with the terms of the cease-fire agreement signed between the Liberation government and the LTTE.
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May - 11 
Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) political wing leader S P Tamilchelvan asked leaders of the four-party Tamil National Alliance (TNA) to ‘pressurise the government for a speedy implementation of the terms of the permanent cease-fire agreed upon between the government and the LTTE’. Pro-Tamil
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Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) political wing leader S P Tamilchelvan asked leaders of the four-party Tamil National Alliance (TNA) to ‘pressurise the government for a speedy implementation of the terms of the permanent cease-fire agreed upon between the government and the LTTE’. Pro-Tamil sources said the suggestion was made at a meeting between the LTTE and TNA leaders in Killinochchi, at the LTTE headquarters, on May 11. The TNA was reportedly, it might be recollected, formed with the blessings of the LTTE. Reports also said the meeting discussed, among other issues, shortcomings in implementing the cease-fire agreement, continuous detention of Tamil political prisoners under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) and Emergency Regulations (ER) and the poor living conditions of the displaced people returning from the Vanni region to their own villages.
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May - 21 
Representatives of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and the government met at Kilinochchi, in the Wanni, on May 21, reports said. The meeting assumes significance in that it was held a month ahead of the peace talks between he two sides slated for June in Thailand. The LTTE team was led
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Representatives of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and the government met at Kilinochchi, in the Wanni, on May 21, reports said. The meeting assumes significance in that it was held a month ahead of the peace talks between he two sides slated for June in Thailand. The LTTE team was led by political-wing leader S P Tamilchelvan and the government side was headed by National Peace Secretariat chief Bernard Goonatilake. The later was quoted as saying that the talks focussed on ‘commencement of bus services on the A9 highway, repairing the road, political activities in the Northern islands and the removal of Security Forces from religious places’. Goonatilake also said, "The LTTE representatives were enthusiastic about the commencement of peace talks in Thailand..." Reports informed that the talks coincided with the ‘permanent Cease-fire Agreement between the government and the LTTE’ reaching the three months-mark (D-day+90).
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June - 27 
Another report said The Netherlands Ambassador in Sri Lanka Susan Blankhart met with Thamilchelvan, on June 27 at the LTTE’s political headquarters in Kilinochchi and discussed to the ongoing Norwegian peace initiative, including the ongoing implementation of the ‘permanent cease-fire’ agreement sig
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Another report said The Netherlands Ambassador in Sri Lanka Susan Blankhart met with Thamilchelvan, on June 27 at the LTTE’s political headquarters in Kilinochchi and discussed to the ongoing Norwegian peace initiative, including the ongoing implementation of the ‘permanent cease-fire’ agreement signed between government and the LTTE. The meeting that lasted for about half-an-hour also discussed development issues in areas in the North and East.
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June - 30 
News reports, on June 30, from Sri Lanka said the in Jaffna’s Kilali-Nagerkoil axis has moved closer to Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). The Army has reportedly occupied positions well inside the minimum separation distance set forth in the ‘permanent cease-fire agreement’ signed between the
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News reports, on June 30, from Sri Lanka said the in Jaffna’s Kilali-Nagerkoil axis has moved closer to Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). The Army has reportedly occupied positions well inside the minimum separation distance set forth in the ‘permanent cease-fire agreement’ signed between the government and the LTTE and a complaint with the Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission in the regard.
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August - 23 
Media reports said Peace Secretariat Secretary General Bernard Gunatillake, on August 23, met with the political-wing leadership of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). During talks for some two hours with political-wing chief S. P. Thamilchelvan, General Gunatillake discussed various issues
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Media reports said Peace Secretariat Secretary General Bernard Gunatillake, on August 23, met with the political-wing leadership of the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). During talks for some two hours with political-wing chief S. P. Thamilchelvan, General Gunatillake discussed various issues, including the development of the north east province. The talks we held in LTTE-controlled Kilinochchi town.
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August - 31 
Media reports said, on August 31, that the exchange of prisoners between the Sri Lankan government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) has been postponed by about 10 ten days. Consequently, it will not take place at Omanthai in Vavuniya on August 31, today, as was earlier planned. The In
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Media reports said, on August 31, that the exchange of prisoners between the Sri Lankan government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) has been postponed by about 10 ten days. Consequently, it will not take place at Omanthai in Vavuniya on August 31, today, as was earlier planned. The International Committee of Red Cross (ICRC) has been informed of the same.
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September - 2 
Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Member of Parliament representing Jaffna district M K Sivajilingam met with Brigadier Jayawardene of the 52-4 Brigade, in Point Pedro, to diffuse the tension. The TNA is a four party Tamil-coalition that has the blessings of the LTTE
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Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Member of Parliament representing Jaffna district M K Sivajilingam met with Brigadier Jayawardene of the 52-4 Brigade, in Point Pedro, to diffuse the tension. The TNA is a four party Tamil-coalition that has the blessings of the LTTE
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September - 7 
Media reports, on September 8, said veteran Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) commander and a member of the LTTE delegation at earlier rounds of peace talks with the government, Yogaratnam Yogi went to Jaffna from the Wanni on a private visit, sometime last week. Yogi, a top-ranking commande
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Media reports, on September 8, said veteran Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) commander and a member of the LTTE delegation at earlier rounds of peace talks with the government, Yogaratnam Yogi went to Jaffna from the Wanni on a private visit, sometime last week. Yogi, a top-ranking commander of the LTTE, does not any longer participate in military operations. But he is reportedly actively involved in the LTTE’s political-wing. He was member of the LTTE team that had held talks with the Indian government ahead of the signing of the 1987-Indian Peace Keeping Force Accord (IPKF Accord) between India and Sri Lanka. Also he was part of the LTTE-Premadasa government negotiations in the 1990s.
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September - 12 
Reports said Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) chief Maj. Gen. Furhovde and his delegation facilitated a meeting between Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) Northern Front Forces commander Col. Theepan and Sri Lankan Army (SLA) Jaffna commander Major. Gen. Sarath Fonseka, held in the no man’
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Reports said Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) chief Maj. Gen. Furhovde and his delegation facilitated a meeting between Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) Northern Front Forces commander Col. Theepan and Sri Lankan Army (SLA) Jaffna commander Major. Gen. Sarath Fonseka, held in the no man’s land in Muhamalai, on September 12. The meeting discussed opening the Pt. Pedro – Maruthankerni Road on Jaffna’s east-coast and positioning the Forward Defence Line (FDL) in the Nagar Kovil sector. The LTTE held that civilians were facing difficulties as the route is being blocked by heavily mined defence positions. The LTTE reportedly told the SLA that it was maintaining bunkers within 100m of the LTTE’s FDL, which it said was a violation of the ‘permanent cease-fire agreement’ signed between the government and the LTTE, in February 2002. At the meeting, both sides reportedly agreed not to build new defence positions in the Nagar Kovil sector.
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September - 19 
China’s Ambassador in Sri Lanka Jiang Qinzheng met with Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) political-wing head S P Tamilchelvan, on September 19, at LTTE political headquarters in Kilinochchi. The two discussed difficulties being faced by Tamils in the north and east. Qinzheng reportedly said
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China’s Ambassador in Sri Lanka Jiang Qinzheng met with Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) political-wing head S P Tamilchelvan, on September 19, at LTTE political headquarters in Kilinochchi. The two discussed difficulties being faced by Tamils in the north and east. Qinzheng reportedly said his country was interested in providing aid to warn-torn areas. His visit and assurance follow a meeting in New York between Chinese Foreign Minister Tang Jiaxuan and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremasinghe, on the sidelines of the 57th Session of the United Nations General Assembly. At this meeting, the Foreign Minister assured China’s full support and aid for the peace process in Sri Lanka and expressed the hope that it would bring greater stability in the country in particular and the South Asian region in general.
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September - 21 
Reports said the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), in a statement issued on September 21, had condemned a leaflet asking Muslims in the Mannar area to leave the place before end-September or face death. A group by the name ‘Elalan Force’, warned that ‘rivers of blood would flow’ if Muslim sch
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Reports said the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), in a statement issued on September 21, had condemned a leaflet asking Muslims in the Mannar area to leave the place before end-September or face death. A group by the name ‘Elalan Force’, warned that ‘rivers of blood would flow’ if Muslim schools in the district did not close down before end-September. "We strongly condemn those who are behind this leaflet, put out mischievously at a time when all are working towards peace and communal harmony", the LTTE said in its statement. It added, "We wish to take this opportunity to once again reiterate our stand that the Northeast is the homeland of the Tamils and Muslims." The LTTE asked Muslims to dismiss the threat and to prevent attempts by disruptive forces to "that are bent on opposing peace."
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September - 27 
Media reports from Sri Lanka said British High Commissioner in Sri Lanka Stephen Evans, on September 27, met with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) political-wing chief S. P. Thamilchelvan in Killinochchi and held discussions on undertaking development activities in the Northeast Province.
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Media reports from Sri Lanka said British High Commissioner in Sri Lanka Stephen Evans, on September 27, met with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) political-wing chief S. P. Thamilchelvan in Killinochchi and held discussions on undertaking development activities in the Northeast Province. Department of International Development director general Nicholas Brewer and other British officials accompanied Evans.
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October - 15 
Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) chief negotiator Anton Balasingham and his wife Adele reached Wanni from London around on October 15 LTTE sources in Kilinochchi were quoted as having said. They were received in Mullaithivu LTTE political-wing chief S. P. Thamilselvan, Sea Tigers special comm
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Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) chief negotiator Anton Balasingham and his wife Adele reached Wanni from London around on October 15 LTTE sources in Kilinochchi were quoted as having said. They were received in Mullaithivu LTTE political-wing chief S. P. Thamilselvan, Sea Tigers special commander ‘col.’ Soosai, Tamil Eelam Police Force chief Nadesan. From Mulllaithivu they proceeded to Wanni. Balasingham’s visit comes two weeks ahead of the second round of direct peace talks between the government and the LTTE. Reports also held that LTTE spokesman Daya Master told the state-run Daily News that "Balasingham will brief [LTTE chief] Prabhakaran on the peace process and the duo will work out the LTTE stance on the second round of talks". Balasingham and Prabhakaran are expected to discuss the outcome of the first round of talks held at Pattya in Thailand, and the setting-up of a Joint Task Force agreed upon by both parties at the first round o talks, Daya Master reportedly said.
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October - 21 
An unnamed LTTE Political Headquarters spokesman, in Kilinochchi, was quoted as having said that LTTE chief Velupillai Prabhakaran will lead the LTTE delegation at the talks with Hegelsen Ambassador Jon Westborg and special peace envoy Erik Solheim. The LTTE delegation would consist of Prabhakaran,
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An unnamed LTTE Political Headquarters spokesman, in Kilinochchi, was quoted as having said that LTTE chief Velupillai Prabhakaran will lead the LTTE delegation at the talks with Hegelsen Ambassador Jon Westborg and special peace envoy Erik Solheim. The LTTE delegation would consist of Prabhakaran, chief negotiator Anton Balasingham, his wife Adele and LTTE political-wing chief S P Thamilchelvam.
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October - 22 
Norwegian Deputy Foreign Minister Vidar Helgesen lead a delegation that met with the Government Agent in Jaffna, divisional secretaries, Mayor, heads of department of the Jaffna secretariat and others, on October 22, ahead of a meeting with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) leadership, lat
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Norwegian Deputy Foreign Minister Vidar Helgesen lead a delegation that met with the Government Agent in Jaffna, divisional secretaries, Mayor, heads of department of the Jaffna secretariat and others, on October 22, ahead of a meeting with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) leadership, later in the day. Speaking at a press conference following the meeting, Helgesen said he was optimistic about the ongoing peace process in Sri Lanka, despite political turmoil and said 84 per cent of the people of the country support the peace process.
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November - 1 
Media reports from Sri Lanka, quoting police sources on November 2, said the Sri Lankan Navy has arrested at least six Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres while they were transporting 35 claymore mines, 17 handheld communication receivers and a satellite antenna, off Trincomalee, on Novem
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Media reports from Sri Lanka, quoting police sources on November 2, said the Sri Lankan Navy has arrested at least six Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) cadres while they were transporting 35 claymore mines, 17 handheld communication receivers and a satellite antenna, off Trincomalee, on November 1 night. Reports said the LTTE was moving the mines and other equipment in a boat to probably the LTTE-controlled Sampur area, near Trincomalee. The Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) has been informed of the incident and the subsequent arrests. A Trincomalee court has remanded the arrested cadres to police custody till November 15. In Killinochchi the LTTE reportedly said the arrests would have no bearing on the ongoing second round of peace talks.
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November - 13 
The Sri Lankan security forces and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam’s (LTTE) naval wing, the Sea Tigers, met in Muhamalai, on November 13, and agreed to tackle problems being faced by fishermen in the North-East. Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission chief Maj Gen (Retd) Trond Furuhovde presided over the mee
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The Sri Lankan security forces and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam’s (LTTE) naval wing, the Sea Tigers, met in Muhamalai, on November 13, and agreed to tackle problems being faced by fishermen in the North-East. Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission chief Maj Gen (Retd) Trond Furuhovde presided over the meeting. Their meeting follows an earlier meeting of the Sub-committee on De-escalation and Normalisation (SDN)––defence committee—of the government and the LTTE on November 10. The Navy announced eight entry points in four islands––Kayts, Mathagala, Karainagar and Punguduthivu for fishermen for round-the clock fishing. However, the LTTE has asked Northern Navy Commander Rear Admiral Sarath Weerasekera to consider other places citing incomplete resettlement of fishermen in the areas around entry points suggested by the Navy. The Navy is considering alternative entry points suggested by the LTTE. The Navy also agreed to decrease the speed of its Dovra class patrol vessels as the LTTE complained that the high speed of the vessels was damaging fishing nets. Also, the LTTE’s movement by sea from Mullaitivu to Vakarai in Batticaloa were discussed, and the LTTE asked for permission to said a mile away from the coast, instead of the prescribed three miles and for permitting moving cadres to carry weapons for self-defence. There has no agreement on the matter as yet, reports said. The problem of Indian fishermen entering Sri Lankan waters was also reportedly discussed. Northern Naval Commander Rear Admiral Sarath Weerasekera, Eastern Naval Commander Rear Admiral Ratnakeerti, Northern Air Force Commander Group Captain Kolitha Gunatilleke, Major General Shantha Kottegoda and Jaffna Deputy Commander Major General Ratnasabapathi represented the security forces. LTTE Sea Tigers deputy commander Seliyan, attack commander Sri Ram, LTTE Jaffna political wing chief Elamparithi, LTTE Peace Secretariat coordinator Pulithevan and LTTE media spokesman Daya Master represented the LTTE.
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November - 16 
Sri Lankan Armed Forces and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) met on November 16, in Muhamalai, resettling displaced families in high security zones and the removal of fishing restriction in Jaffna peninsula, media reports said. The two sides agreed to meet again on November 21 and dis
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Sri Lankan Armed Forces and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) met on November 16, in Muhamalai, resettling displaced families in high security zones and the removal of fishing restriction in Jaffna peninsula, media reports said. The two sides agreed to meet again on November 21 and discuss opening for civilians the Nagarkovil-Point Pedro road in the Vadamarachchi area. Defence Secretary Austin Fernando led the government delegation at the talks and LTTE northern front commander col. Theepan led the LTTE team. Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission chief Major General (Retd) Trond Furuhovde participated in the discussion.
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November - 17 
Media reports from Sri Lanka said government team member at the peace talks with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and Peace Secretariat Secretary General Bernard Goonetilleke expressed the optimism that common ground on crucial matters can be reached with the LTTE. He was speaking, on Nov
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Media reports from Sri Lanka said government team member at the peace talks with the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and Peace Secretariat Secretary General Bernard Goonetilleke expressed the optimism that common ground on crucial matters can be reached with the LTTE. He was speaking, on November 17, ahead of the first meeting, on November 18, of the Sub-Committee on Immediate Humanitarian and Rehabilitation Needs in the North-East in Kilinochchi,. It is among the three committees––the others being political and defence––formed to hold discussions during intervals between successive rounds of talks between the government and the LTTE. The meeting will be held at the Government Agent's Office in Kilinochchi. Several countries including the US, the UK and Japan have offered come to help in rehabilitation and reconstruction in the war torn-North and East. Later in the month, November 25, a meeting of all donor countries is due in Oslo, the capital of peace talks facilitator Norway.
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November - 19 
The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and officers of the Sri Lankan security forces met in Omanthai, in the no-man’s land, on November 19, to discuss problems arising from High Security Zones (HSZ) in Vavuniya, Mannar and Mullaitivu districts. There was not much progress made and the two side
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The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and officers of the Sri Lankan security forces met in Omanthai, in the no-man’s land, on November 19, to discuss problems arising from High Security Zones (HSZ) in Vavuniya, Mannar and Mullaitivu districts. There was not much progress made and the two sides have decided to meet again at a later date. Armed Forces head in the Wanni Major General Shantha Kottegoda led the government side at the talks, while southern military commander Colonel Jeyam led the LTTE side. Speaking to the media after the talks, Jeyam said they discussed resettling displaced persons in the areas of HSZs in Mannar and Mullaitivu districts.
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December - 15 
The Government and the LTTE on Saturday agreed to have an integrated plan of action on resettling the Internally Displaced People (IDPs) in the High Security Zones in the North. Jaffna Commander Major General Sarath Fonseka will present the first such proposal for the resettlement of IDPs in a l
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The Government and the LTTE on Saturday agreed to have an integrated plan of action on resettling the Internally Displaced People (IDPs) in the High Security Zones in the North. Jaffna Commander Major General Sarath Fonseka will present the first such proposal for the resettlement of IDPs in a limited area in the high security zones in the Jaffna peninsula before December 21, for the consideration of the two parties. The two parties agreed on this following the second meeting of the Sub Committee on De-escalation and Normalisation(SDN) held on Saturday in Muhamalai.
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