EC concerned over rights abuse in Sri Lanka
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The European Commission says it will withold development aid funding to Sri Lanka, until the government addresses concerns about its poor human rights record.
The announcement was made after a three-day meeting between the European Commission and the Sri Lankan government. The EC says future funding will depend on resolving issues of access and security for humanitarian aid workers from the Red Cross and United Nations.
Presenter: Girish Sawlani
Speakers: John Clancy development aid spokesman, European Commission; Dr Jehan Perera, executive director, National Peace Council
