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.
The Committee on High Posts has approved the nomination of Former Air Force Commander Air Chief Marshal (Retd.)
Former Chairman of SriLankan Airlines, Nishantha Wickramasinghe, arrested on allegation of corruption by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has been remanded until July 1 by the Colombo Magistrate court.
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