Regarding the use of the death penalty, the EU encouraged Sri Lanka to legally abolish the death penalty. Moreover, the EU expressed its continued readiness to support Sri Lanka in these efforts. At the meeting, the EU and Sri Lanka exchanged views on a wide array of subjects, reaffirming the co-operation ties and the willingness to strengthen the relationship between the people of the EU and Sri Lanka. The EU also appreciated Sri Lanka’s positive approach towards a global agreement on plastics and commitment to reversing biodiversity loss by 2030. Sri Lanka confirmed its commitment to taking ambitious action to ensure a sustainable, low-carbon, and climate-resilient development.

Source: The Nation January 26, 2021 23:01 UTC