Government raises concerns over ITJP report - Colombo Gazette

Sri Lanka's government is said to have expressed concern at the report released by the International Truth and Justice Project, which detailed ongoing torture and sexual violence against Tamils, since the new regime took power in January this year.
Government sources reportedly said it would be "helpful" if organisations such as the ITJP would focus on working with the government and share details and evidence of the violations, Colombo Gazette reported.
The sources also said it was important to handle such matters carefully in order not to harm reconciliation efforts.
“What is given in the report, as you would realise when you look at it, is inadequate for the purpose of carrying out investigations (of course public reports can’t give out sensitive data as it is important be mindful of the safety of the victims). Another issue is that groups of this nature also need to be mindful of the holistic picture – the welfare of communities, healing, resettlement, psycho-social support, livelihood support etc., which are essential for meaningful reconciliation focused on ensuring non-recurrence,” government sources said.