South Africa's Minister of International Relations Maite Nkoana-Mashabane, speaking at the Human Rights Council on Tuesday, said only the people of Sri Lanka can determine their destiny, with the support of the international community.
"We are encouraged by the recent developments in Sri Lanka and recognise that it is only the people of Sri Lanka that can determine their destiny. The international community should stand ready to support them," she said.
The justice minister of Namibia, Utoni Nujoma told the Council, his country supports Sri Lanka to find a sustainable and permanent solution.
"Namibia keenly observes the positive developments in Sri Lanka and supports all Sri Lankans on their journey to find a sustainable and permanent solution," he said.
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