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EU tells President to focus on GSP, IMF, human rights

The European Union (EU) has told President Ranil Wickremesinghe to focus on GSP plus, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and human rights. The EU tweeted saying: -Had a constructive meeting w/ Pres. @RW_UNP today. is a partner in challenging times. For us, protection of civil & #humanrights, above all #freedom of expression & right to #dissent, is of utmost importance. We agree bringing back on track requires joint & inclusive action   On foreign affairs, encouraged the President to

11 Aug, 2022

GR to stay in Thailand and look for asylum in another country

Deposed Sri Lankan president Gotabaya Rajapaksa will temporarily stay in Thailand to look for permanent asylum in another country, Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said. “This is a humanitarian issue. We have made a promise that it’s a temporary stay. No [political] activities are allowed, and this will help him find a country to take refuge in,” Gen Prayut said, according to Thailand Media. Reuters earlier said that Gotabya Rajapaksa would arrive in Thailand on Thursday (11) from Singapo

11 Aug, 2022

Thailand says Gotabaya has not sought asylum

Thailand says former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has not sought asylum in the country. The Thai Foreign Ministry said that there is nothing blocking Rajapaksa from going ahead with his visit to the country. The Thai Government said that the former President holds a diplomatic passport and can visit the country on a 90-day visa. Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, who is currently in Singapore, is expected to travel to Thailand for a few days. He was forced to resign as President following

10 Aug, 2022