Among these commitments were a number of international conventions and amendments to the notorious Prevention of Terrorism (Temporary Provisions) Act (PTA) in order to set it in line with international human rights laws and policies. However, Sri Lanka has not only failed to do so, but has also been enforcing the PTA. For them, the European Parliament seeks one progressive step from Sri Lanka and that is either a fair trial or unconditional release. This is not a situation Sri Lanka can continue to ignore, as the international community remains attentive about what Sri Lanka does. Also, this is not the first time Sri Lanka’s human rights commitments have been questioned.

Source: The Nation June 14, 2021 18:10 UTC