Saudi Supreme Court overturns death sentence of Sri Lankan Anojan Sivarasa

The Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia overturned the death sentence imposed on Sri Lankan national Anojan Sivarasa on October 13. The ruling marked a significant breakthrough in Sri Lanka’s continued diplomatic and legal efforts.

The decision brings immense relief to Mr. Sivarasa and his family and reflects the outcome of sustained interventions and coordinated efforts by the relevant authorities and legal teams.

The Government of Sri Lanka has expressed its sincere gratitude to the Government of Saudi Arabia, the Sri Lankan Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment, and the Sri Lankan and Saudi legal teams for their support in securing this outcome.