Will engage with GoSL to develop a resolution: USA

 

The delegation of the US to the UN in Geneva today stated it would engage with the government of Sri Lanka to develop a resolution on the accountability process of Sri Lanka that would gain the consensus and support of the Council.

These remarks were delivered by the head of the US delegation a short while ago at the 30th session of the UNHRC that commenced this afternoon.

Last month, United States said it intends to sponsor a resolution at this UNHRC session that supports the government’s own investigation in alleged war crimes.

This was announced by the Assistant Secretary of State Nisha Biswal during her visit to the island a few weeks ago, reflecting a major shift in US’s policy towards Sri Lanka.

Meanwhile, the EU delegation to the UN in Geneva said it would continue to promote reconciliation and accountability in Sri Lanka.