The European Union (EU) has expressed concern over the resent use of the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) in Sri Lanka.
They also encouraged the release of long-time detainees who had not been charged at courts.
The EU in a statement said that they have acknowledged the steps taken by Sri Lanka to reform PTA in March 2022 and pointed out that further action is needed in line with its commitment.
The EU also noted the update on release of detainees under the PTA during 2021 and 2022.
The statement added that Sri Lanka has taken strong commitment to prepare a comprehensive legislative proposal to replace the PTA in accordance with the Constitution, and in line with international norms and best practices, with a view to its finalization in 2023.
The EU also reiterated its call to de-criminalise same sex relations, and noted of the Private Member’s Bill in this regard.
Ajith Gallage, the owner of a Bird Park in Nagarawawa, Hambantota, has been remanded over allegations of concealing illegally imported motorcycles, in a warehouse owned by him.
The Cabinet has approved a proposal for Sri Lankans overseas to apply for their passports through an online system via the Lankan diplomatic missions.
A passenger attempting to smuggle the largest quantity of gold of 35 kilo grams was arrested by the Customs at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) today, a senior official said.
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