Sri Lanka, June 5 -- The Executive Board delegation of the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) met Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya on June 4 at Temple Trees following their three day visit to Sri Lanka.

Welcoming the delegation, the Prime Minister expressed her appreciation for UNICEF's continued support to Sri Lanka, particularly to advance the rights and well-being of children. She also commended UNICEF's timely assistance and recovery efforts in response to Cyclone Ditwah.

Discussions focused on strengthening legal protection for children, including measures to prevent all forms of violence against them, and address child malnutrition.

The Prime Minister said this occasion presents a valuable opportunity to strengthen coll...