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Sri Lanka urges space for domestic reforms, rejects international interventions
Colombo, Sept. 5 (Daily Mirror) - The Government of Sri Lanka (GoSL) has reiterated its commitment to advancing transformative reforms through domestic processes while rejecting calls for international interventions outlined in the latest report by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR).
In a statement, the GoSL acknowledged the opportunity identified by the High Commissioner for Sri Lanka to implement reforms that would strengthen the rights and wellbeing of all citizens.
However, the Government stressed that such progress requires adequate space and time, free from external interference.
“Sri Lanka observes that external initiatives will only serve as hindrances to ongoing national efforts and risk polarising the population,” the statement noted, adding that the Government does not agree with the conclusions and recommendations of the OHCHR report regarding international action.
Reaffirming its position, the GoSL said it has the mandate and sincere commitment to building a nation that respects and celebrates the diversity of its people without divisions or discrimination based on race, religion, class, or caste.
“The Government is resolved not to leave room for a resurgence of racism or extremism in Sri Lanka,” the statement emphasized.
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