Sri Lanka
Respect for fundamental human rights in Sri Lanka fell in serious jeopardy following Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s election as president in November 2019. Sri Lanka not only stalled on providing accountability and reconciliation 10 years after its civil war ended, but also withdrew from commitments made at the UN Human Rights Council. The draconian Prevention of Terrorism Act remains in effect, facilitating torture and other abuse. The government failed to initiate security sector or criminal justice reform. Human rights defenders and victims of past abuses are subjected to intimidation and surveillance. Muslims and other religious minorities face ongoing threats and violence. Government measures to control the Covid-19 pandemic discriminate against Islamic funeral practices.
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Sri Lanka: Muslims Face Threats, Attacks
Authorities Should Act Against Incitement by Buddhist Nationalists
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Sri Lanka Face Covering Ban Latest Blow for Muslim Women
Discriminatory Measure Targets Marginalized Population
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Sri Lanka: Reject ‘Political Victimization’ Findings
Government Seeks to Absolve Allies for Abuses, Prosecute Officials Pursuing Justice
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Sri Lanka: Landmark UN Resolution Promotes Justice
Concerns of Government Retaliation Against Rights Advocates
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Sri Lanka: ‘Religious Disharmony’ Order Threatens Minorities
Withdraw Expansion of Notorious Prevention of Terrorism Act
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South Asia’s Women’s Rights Activists Should Be Heard
International Women’s Day Should Prompt Real Reforms
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Rights of Sri Lankan Muslims Need International Protection
Covid-19 Burial Ban Highlights Persistent Discrimination Against Minorities
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Sri Lanka: High Ranking Officials Involved in War Crimes
Germany should push for strong resolution in Human Rights Council
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UN rights body should ensure international accountability for grave crimes in Sri Lanka
Human Rights Watch statement - item 2 interactive dialogue on High Commissioner’s report on Sri Lanka
