Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court has set aside the death sentence imposed on Sri Lankan national Anojan Sivarasa, Deputy Foreign Minister Arun Hemachandra announced.

In a statement published on social media, Hemachandra confirmed that the Saudi Supreme Court had set aside the judgment imposing the death penalty on October 13, 2026, following sustained diplomatic and legal efforts by the Sri Lankan Government.

Describing the ruling as a major relief for Sivarasa, the Deputy Minister expressed his gratitude to the Saudi Arabian Government for its cooperation in the matter.

He also acknowledged the contributions of Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, the Secretary and officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Chairman and members of the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment, and the Sri Lankan and Saudi legal teams involved in the case.

The ruling marks a significant development in Sivarasa’s legal proceedings. However, details of his current legal status and whether further judicial proceedings will follow have yet to be disclosed.