Sri Lanka Participates in 58th Session of the UNHRC in Geneva

On the sidelines of the session, a series of significant diplomatic engagements took place. 

Sri Lanka’s representative Minister Vijitha Herath held a bilateral meeting with H.E. Lord Collins of Highbury, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the United Kingdom. Furthermore, discussions were held with key global leaders, including UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk and H.E. Ms. Varsen Aghabekian, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of the State of Palestine.

Tomorrow, Sri Lanka will take center stage at the UNHRC, with its representative set to deliver a speech emphasizing the country's dedication to dialogue, cooperation, and the promotion of human rights on the international stage. This marks another step in Sri Lanka’s ongoing efforts to collaborate with the global community to advance human rights principles and mutual understanding.

The 58th session of the UNHRC continues to provide an important platform for countries to discuss and address pressing human rights issues worldwide. Sri Lanka’s participation underscores its commitment to engaging with international efforts in the promotion and protection of human rights for all.