Paraguay adopts resolution on Sri Lanka

24 Sep, 2015

The Paraguay Parliament has passed a resolution on Sri Lanka backing calls for an international process to ensure justice for the Tamils.

The resolution was passed at a time when the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) is meeting in Geneva with Sri Lanka on the agenda.

The resolution in the Paraguay Parliament called for an international investigation by the UNHRC in support of justice and independence for the Tamil People.

Recently, a delegation from the Transnational Government of Tamil Eelam (TGTE) was in Paraguay where they met officials in the Paraguay Government and discussed Sri Lanka.

” The resolution passed at the Paraguay government , while attracting full support for the fight for justice by the Ealam Tamils , many human rights activists giving their support? too? give us fresh support and confidence ” TGTE member Manickavasagar, who was part of that delegation, said. (Colombo Gazette)

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