UN Deputy High Commissioner highlights Sri Lanka’s accountability shortcomings

During the 54th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, Deputy High Commissioner, Nada Al-Nashif, raised concerns over increasing military land grabs in the Tamil homeland; the failure to hold Provincial Council elections; crackdowns on memorial events; and the use of state forces to intimidate protesters and journalists. Economic concern Noting the financial crisis … Continue reading UN Deputy High Commissioner highlights Sri Lanka’s accountability shortcomings