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President Mahinda Rajapaksa said yesterday it was a matter of grave concern to witness so many instances of the deliberate and arrogant violation of the fundamental principles of justice and the rule of law by some agencies within and outside the United Nations.
He expressed these views at the South Asian Judicial Roundtable on Environment Justice for sustainable Green Development held at the Central Bank’s John Exeter Conference Hall.
He expressed these views at the South Asian Judicial Roundtable on Environment Justice for sustainable Green Development held at the Central Bank’s John Exeter Conference Hall.
“There must be consistency and evenness in the application of international and national laws. This means there cannot be and must never be double standards in the application and interpretation of laws by Courts and international organisations. It is a matter of grave concern and much regret that we are witnessing today far too many instances of deliberate, even arrogant violation of this fundamental principle of justice and the rule of law by some agencies within and outside the United Nations. This situation can also be seen to impact on matters relating to the environment and sustainable development, especially in the areas of climate change and sustainable use of natural resources,” the President said. “The consequence of such unjust and unfair actions can only be the absolute negation of Justice and the Rule of Law and complete loss of faith and trust in the international system of justice. This has to be avoided in the interest of international peace, security and friendly relations among states. Your conference provides a timely opportunity to deliberate on these matters and set up a mechanism to establish generally acceptable rules to compel consistency and evenness in the application of international and national laws, and norms. Justice and the Rule of Law, demand no less.”
The conference organised by Asian Development Bank (ADB) was attended by the Chief Justices of the South Asian region. Among the participants were ADB Vice President Bruce L Davis, UNEP Environmental Law Director Elizabeth N Mrema and ADB Project Leader Irum Ahsan.
The President said protecting the environment for present and future generations was an obligation shared by all governments whether big or small, rich or poor and of equal importance of the obligation of governments especially in developing countries like Sri Lanka to enhance the quality and standards of living of the vast majority of our people.
“This is crucial for securing the stability and sustainability of social and political institutions throughout the world. This is now universally recognized and enshrined in the legal principle, common but differentiated responsibility” he said.
Chief Justice Mohan Peiris said environmental justice for sustainable development stressed the importance of environmental rule of law and regional cooperation.“We begin with ominous predictions. South Asia has ample resources but the changing climate has affected many aspects from population growth to economic development. Environmental prosecution and adjudication have been strengthening the symbiotic relationships between our countries” he said.The CJ highlighted the necessity for willingness to be bound to declarations on environmental protection and the need for something more concrete and of a larger application than just a Colombo Declaration.”(Sandun Jayasekera and Jehan Gunasekera)
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Dan Saturday, 09 August 2014 04:30 AM
An excellent speech, we all Sri Lankans should feel proud of our President for standing-up for true equality, justice and International peace..
Suq Madique Saturday, 09 August 2014 04:49 AM
Yes, despite my personal opinion of the Prez I'm compelled to agree with him.
RRohan Saturday, 09 August 2014 04:32 PM
We suffer 30years.. under the gin point of TIGERS. ..No international community talk about us... Now we have freedom but They dont want to see peace here.. This double standed policy should withdraw by Int. community & fallowup what had happened to IRAQ EGYPT LIBIYA Now days Gaza... Dear MR.. tell them to leave us along..in 87 India drop PARIPPU...They send ARMY.. NW still US Uk led group wants to get revange from SRI LANKANS... mewa apita hoda padam... via DM Android App
Azee Saturday, 09 August 2014 06:31 PM
The President is talking about double standards injustice rule of law etc. subjects of which he is an expert via DM Android App
Proteas Saturday, 09 August 2014 01:22 PM
IWell Said Sir . President's speech was a one of the best ones .
finoen@online.no Sunday, 10 August 2014 12:28 PM
Talk positive and not negative. Remember he represents almost 20 million People.
Sim Sunday, 10 August 2014 01:37 PM
Dear President, practice what you preach in your own country.
shaju Monday, 11 August 2014 04:25 AM
Very very true. First put your/our house in order before pointing the finger at the world
Saskia Monday, 11 August 2014 07:49 AM
First, learn how to keep your promises.
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