UNICEF keen to enhance child nutrition in Sri Lanka

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Colombo, Dec 17 (Daily Mirror) - Christian Skoog, the representative of the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), discussed the outcomes of a survey and research aimed at enhancing child nutrition in Sri Lanka.

Skoog highlighted this at a meeting held with Secretary of Health, Dr. Palitha Mahipala.

Following the completion of the project, a comprehensive report is to be presented to the Secretary of Health.

Skoog also underscored the importance of seeking the Secretary’s advice and guidance to effectively implement the forthcoming initiatives.

The meeting also featured discussions on collaborative efforts with the Ministry of Women's and Children's Affairs, the Ministry of Education and other relevant government institutions to develop a formal work programme. This joint initiative aims to promote early childhood development in Sri Lanka.

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sss Sunday, 17 December 2023 06:14 PM

This will irritate rulers and privileged Colombians (who do not care about their fellow country people). They claim there is no child malnutrition in SL

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DOT Sunday, 17 December 2023 06:48 PM

Great initiative! Badly need some support to address this critical issue!

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KUMAR SOYSA Sunday, 17 December 2023 07:42 PM

Re-introduce the "Thriposha" program.

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Minimise Politicians Perks Instead Sunday, 17 December 2023 08:24 PM

Cut down ALL politician’s perk

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Ron Monday, 18 December 2023 08:48 AM

Nutrition come from quality vegetables fruits fish eggs meats etc...people are struggling to have a meal majority are poor families facing with extremely financial difficulties sri lanka need more Aid for food sector given most important food consestion to maintain effortability on most important essentials to maintain basic food firstly to provide 2 or 3 meals a day should be done accordingly for middle class

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