We are deeply pleased that the government has agreed to the smooth implementation of the cease-fire agreement.

We are deeply pleased that the government has agreed to the smooth implementation of the ceasefire agreement.

The government has agreed to implement a clause in the agreement in relation to the paramilitary groups. This is a good sign.

On our part we have given our assurance there will be no act of violence by the L.T.T.E. against government forces.

Even if the issues discussed transcend the confines of the text of the original truce, they cannot be construed as amendments.

On our part we have pledged that there will be no acts of violence. At the same time we want the government of Sri Lanka to ensure there shouldn't be any violence perpetrated against innocent civilians and the LTTE.