We concur with Ms Rajbally. The Department of Foreign Affairs is very concerned about the ongoing violence in Sri Lanka, where the civilians bear the brunt of this conflict.
Let me assure the House that we are in dialogue with the Sri Lankan government and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam, LTTE, to initiate an immediate ceasefire so that humanitarian assistance can be made available and a permanent solution can be found in this conflict. Thank you. [Applause.]