Pillay ignores evidence produced by UN itself – Prof. Peiris

External Affairs minister G.L. Peiris on Tuesday said UN Human Rights Chief Navi Pillay had ignored a report produced by the UN officials in Colombo about claims of the intimidating presence of the military in the North.

“It is pity that the High Commissioner had not read the reports produced by UN officials in Colombo who believe this claim after interviewing about 200 people chosen by the UN itself. Nearly 90% of them had said they were comfortable living there.

"Why did she ignore this evidence produced by the UN itself? What is the justification for ignoring this? This is again a classic example of pre-judgment," The minister said.

Navi Pillay refers to the intimidating presence of the military in the North and the fear of the people and women there.

The minister made these comments at a news briefing at the Sri Lanka High Commission in London.

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