France expresses concern over arrest of human rights activists
Saturday, 22 March 2014 00:00
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France has expressed concern over the recent arrest in Sri Lanka of several human rights defenders who are recognised and respected for their actions in this area.
“We call on the authorities of Sri Lanka to fully guarantee respect for the rule of law,” a statement from the Spokesperson of the French Foreign Ministry released by the French Embassy said.
“France is closely monitoring the human rights situation in Sri Lanka. It currently supports the drafting of a resolution at the United Nations Human Rights Council, in order to remind the authorities of Sri Lanka of the need to implement measures to ensure national reconciliation, which requires respect for human rights under all circumstances and actions to combat impunity,” the statement added.
