Chandraprema addressing the Council on Monday (8) saying “an incorrect reference to a mandatory cremation policy for those deceased due to Covid-19 in Sri Lanka” was made by the delegation, clarifying that “Sri Lanka does not have a mandatory cremation policy”. Also, the heavy Chinese support relied upon by Sri Lanka along with the Chinese allies does not bode well when Sri Lanka is trying to woo India’s support. But the main purpose is to build stronger bonding and friendship,” the Bangladesh Foreign Minister had said. It is observed that the role of human rights defenders is crucial to the protection and promotion of human rights in a country. The deal expected to provide some respite for Sri Lanka in facing the present financial difficulties experienced by the Government.

Source: The Nation March 14, 2021 01:41 UTC