‘Credible mechanism is necessary’: Zeid Ra’ad

 

A transparent process to develop credible mechanism for accountability and reconciliation is needed in Sri Lanka ahead of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) report at the September session, United Nations Human Rights High Commissioner Zeid Ra’ad Al Hussein stated.

“The OHCHR will remain very engaged in discussions with the Sri Lankan authorities on the need for transparent and inclusive processes to develop credible mechanism for accountability and reconciliation, ahead of my report to the September session,” he stated.

He said the new Government in Sri Lanka had passed a constitutional amendment which, if implemented appropriately, would bring renewed hope for democracy and the rule of law.

“I encourage the Government to consult broadly with all political parties, civil society, and above all victims and their families, to ensure full national support and ownership of these processes,” the Commissioner told the opening remarks of the 29th Human Rights Council Session on Monday.