Acknowledges safety, well-being and sovereignty of citizens, urges int’l law, the UN Charter, prohibition of the use of force, non-intervention, peaceful settlement of int’l disputes, sovereignty/territorial integrity of states

Sri Lanka is concerned about the recent developments in Venezuela and is closely monitoring the situation, the Government has stated. Issuing a statement, the Foreign Affairs Ministry said that Sri Lanka emphasises the need to respect principles of international law and the UN Charter, such as the prohibition of the use of force, non-intervention, the peaceful settlement of international disputes and the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states. Sri Lanka attaches importance to the safety and well-being of the people of Venezuela and the stability of the region and calls on all parties to prioritise peaceful resolution through de-escalation and dialogue. At this crucial juncture, it is important that the UN and its organs such as the UN Security Council be seized of the matter and work towards a peaceful resolution, taking into consideration the safety, well-being and sovereign rights of the Venezuelan people.