The Government of Sri Lanka has welcomed the formal closure of the legal case against Sri Lankan national Anojan Sivarasa by the Public Prosecution of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
This follows a series of legal developments, including the Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia setting aside his previously imposed death sentence on October 13, 2026 and remitting the case for further proceedings.
After subsequent investigations by the Public Prosecution, the case was officially closed, meaning all prior sentences against him are no longer in force.
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, Vijitha Herath, met with Sivarasa’s family on November 11, 2026, to brief them on the outcome and the ongoing arrangements for his return to Sri Lanka.
The Sri Lankan government expressed appreciation to Saudi authorities for their cooperation, while also acknowledging the contributions of Sri Lankan legal experts who traveled to Riyadh and the diplomatic engagement of the Sri Lankan Embassy.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is continuing to coordinate with Saudi authorities to finalize administrative formalities for his early repatriation. (Newswire)