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In observance of the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture on June 26, 2024, it is imperative to highlight the urgent need for the effective implementation of anti-torture rules and regulations in Sri Lanka. This necessity is underscored by the recent landmark judgment delivered by the Matara High Court under the Convention Against…
Ambassador Rekha Gunasekera presents Credentials to King Willem-Alexander of the Kingdom of the Netherlands
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