COLOMBO: Four Colombo-based Western envoys rushed to comment on the unwarranted government’s attack on the protesters at dawn on Friday July 22.
They have requested the government to act with restraint and be mindful of the right of freedom of peaceful protesters who act peacefully in the protests.
US Ambassador Julie Chung :” Deeply concerned about actions taken against protestors at Galle Face in the middle of the night. We urge restraint by authorities & immediate access to medical attention for those injured.”
British Ambassador Sarah Hulton: “Very concerned about reports from the Galle Face protest site. We have made clear the importance of the right to peaceful protest.”
Canadian ambassador David Mckinnon: “Hearing what is happening at the Galle Face protest site. Not sure why this is happening now. It is crucial the authorities act with restraint and avoid violence”.
Swiss ambassador Dominik Furlger : “Follow developments at Galle Face with deep concern. The right to peacefully demonstrate and express opinions remains important. We urge for restraint and full access of medical services. Sri Lanka needs mutual respect and cooperation to get on.”
