The Asia Democracy Network and its partner organizations in Asia have called for a stop to the excessive use of violence aimed at protesters, and a peaceful and just resolution to the economic crisis unfolding in Sri Lanka. The statement demands accountability for the Rajapaksha Government and a solution that takes into account the voices of Sri Lankan people. The signatories of the statement specifically stand in solidarity with the youth and civil society coming together to demand justice and good governance.

Read the full statement here.