Ms Julie Chung, the US ambassador in Sri Lanka, and the European Union office in SL, in separate ‘X’ assertions, expressed deep concern about the continued use of PTA, including the arrest of peaceful protesters, and the treatment of detainees in prisons. Demand that authorities align their legislation with international standards and conventions and discontinue the use of PTA.
Two relevant ‘X’ are attached below.
It is concerning to hear about continued use of the PTA, including to arrest peaceful protesters, and about treatment of detainees in prisons. It’s vital to ensure freedom of expression and humane treatment of those in custody. Especially as the government looks to replace the…
— Ambassador Julie Chung (@USAmbSL) December 1, 2023
Concerned about continued use of #PTA to make arrests. Authorities should bring the legislation in line with international standards and #humanrights conventions, and meanwhile stop using the PTA, as per their commitments.
— EU in Sri Lanka (@EU_in_Sri_Lanka) December 1, 2023
