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<p>The UK Government monitors economic and political developments in Sri Lanka very
closely, including through the British High Commission in Colombo. Like all countries,
Sri Lanka has been affected by the economic impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, and
the government of Sri Lanka has introduced measures to respond to this. On 10 December,
the Sri Lankan parliament passed the government's budget for 2021. The UK Government
has underlined the importance of an inclusive economic response, including for marginalised
groups and those most affected by the impacts of the pandemic.</p><p>Sri Lanka held
parliamentary elections in August. In November, the government passed a constitutional
amendment which consolidated executive power over appointments to the judiciary and
independent institutions. The human rights situation remains concerning, including
harassment of civil society, continued militarisation of civilian functions, and increased
anti-Muslim sentiment. The UK Government regularly engages with the Government of
Sri Lanka up to ministerial level on a broad range of issues, including our human
rights concerns.</p>
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