Sri Lanka
Respect for fundamental human rights in Sri Lanka has been in serious jeopardy under the Gotabaya Rajapaksa presidency. His administration has blocked accountability for grave abuses linked to the 26-year civil war that ended in 2009. In 2021, the UN Human Rights Council mandated that the UN collect and analyze evidence of international crimes for future prosecutions. The draconian Prevention of Terrorism Act was expanded, facilitating torture and other abuse. Victims of past abuses, their families, and human rights defenders are subjected to surveillance and intimidation. Muslims, Tamils, and other minorities face discrimination and threats.
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Sri Lanka: Muslims Face Threats, Attacks
Authorities Should Act Against Incitement by Buddhist Nationalists
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Quad Leaders: Spotlight Rights, Democracy in Asia
US, Japan, India, Australia Should Address Crises Across Region
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As Sri Lanka’s Tamils Remember War Dead, Justice Remains Elusive
Government Needs to Allow People to Commemorate Their Loss
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Sri Lanka: Government Backers Attack Peaceful Protesters
Emergency Powers Should Not Enable Human Rights Violations
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Sri Lanka: Police Fire on Protesters
Use of Lethal Force Results in at Least 1 Dead, More Than a Dozen Wounded
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IMF/Sri Lanka: Address Economic Rights, Corruption in Loans
Assistance Should Promote Strong Social Safety Net, Rule of Law
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Sri Lanka’s Changes to Abusive Security Law Superficial
Attempt to Deflect Criticism of Prevention of Terrorism Act Falls Short
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UN Body Condemns Sri Lanka’s Criminalization of Same-Sex Acts
Landmark Case Highlights ‘Sodomy’ Law’s Impact on Women
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Sri Lanka: UN Report Describes Alarming Rights Situation
Governments Should Impose Targeted Sanctions, Press for Justice
