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flag Sri Lanka rejected a UN resolution extending scrutiny of its human rights record in October 2025, citing limited influence and avoiding backlash.

flag In October 2025, Sri Lanka chose not to engage with a UN Human Rights Council resolution extending the mandate of the Sri Lanka Accountability Project, citing structural voting challenges and avoiding negative publicity. flag The government argued limited influence and lack of strategic alliances made confrontation impractical, while critics note past diplomatic successes suggest otherwise. flag The resolution’s passage despite opposition raises concerns about the Council’s impartiality and compliance with UN Charter principles, with some questioning the legality of the ongoing mandate. flag Sri Lanka is urged to escalate the issue to the UN General Assembly, while the debate highlights tensions between international scrutiny and domestic reform efforts.

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