The European Union (EU) has called on Sri Lanka to “further increase its cooperation” with the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights “in view of the full implementation of its commitments” of a UN resolution passed last year.
Speaking at the 31st session of the UN Human Rights Council currently underway in Geneva, the EU also thanked human rights chief Zeid Ra'ad al Hussain for information provided by his recent visit to the island.
“We would be interested in your views on how the international community can best support Sri Lanka at this juncture,” added the EU statement.
“In conclusion, let me thank you again for your leadership and valuable contribution to the protection and promotion of human rights,” said the EU.
See the full statement here.
Also see our earlier post:
Sri Lanka's progress needs to move forward faster - UN human rights chief (11 Mar 2016)
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