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Sajith Premadasa - Prasanna Ranatunga - Opposition groups meet diplomats in Colombo to discuss current state of affairs - newsfirst.lk - Japan - Usa - India - Sri Lanka - Italy - Britain - France - Australia - Canada - Eu - New Zealand - Netherlands
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Opposition groups meet diplomats in Colombo to discuss current state of affairs
COLOMBO (News 1st); Several leaders of opposition political parties in Sri Lanka led by Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa met with Ambassadors and Delegates representing 12 countries in Colombo on Wednesday (22) evening.According to reports, the objective of the meeting was to discuss the current state of affairs in Sri Lanka.The discussion was mainly focused on Sri Lanka's Democracy, Constitution, and the Local Government Election.The Opposition Leader had requested the foreign missions to extend support to Sri Lanka Internationally.The foreign diplomats who attended the meeting, according to the office of the opposition leader, were:– Sarah Hulton, High Commissioner, High Commission of the United Kingdom in Sri Lanka– Denis Chaibi, Ambassador, Delegation of the European Union in Sri Lanka– Michael Appleton, High Commissioner, New Zealand High Commission in Sri Lanka– Julie J Chung, Ambassador, Embassy of the United States of America in Sri Lanka– Anouk Baron, Deputy Ambassador, Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Sri Lanka– Dr Francesco Perale, Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of Italy in Sri Lanka  – Vinod Jacob, Deputy High Commissioner, High Commission of the Republic of India in Sri Lanka– Katsuki Kotaro, Minister/Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of Japan in Sri Lanka– Lalita Kapur, Deputy High Commissioner, Australian High Commission in Sri Lanka– Aurélien MAILLET, Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of France in Sri Lanka– Daniel Blood, Counsellor (Political), High Commission of Canada in Sri Lanka– Ozaki Takeshi, First Secretary, Embassy of Japan in Sri Lanka.However, in Parliament on Thursday (23), Government Minister Prasanna Ranatunga alleged that the opposition had met with the foreign diplomats to
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Sajith Premadasa - Ranil Wickremesinghe - ‘Cannot agree to IMF report without scrutiny’ Sajith tells President - newsfirst.lk - Sri Lanka
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‘Cannot agree to IMF report without scrutiny’ Sajith tells President
COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe told Parliament on Wednesday (22) that he can only speak with the creditors, both multilateral and bilateral, and the private bondholders only if the Parliament is prepared to accept the IMF report.He urged the house to accept the report, and if there are any issues, it can be discussed with the IMF when the delegation returns to Sri Lanka.However, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa noted that the report and the presentation by the President is not means to agree to the program proposed by the IMF."We cannot agree without proper examination and scrutiny, and a proper parliamentary debate," he added while requesting to sit in parliament and listen to the proposals that the opposition puts forward during the debate on the IMF report.He said the opposition is not ready to approve anything without proper examination and scrutiny.However, the President said the house should respond to him by the third week of April whether the parliament would approve the report, so that he could engage in the second round of talks with the IMF.  
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Sajith Premadasa - Shehan Semasinghe - Supreme Court Interim Order on LG Election becomes a privilege issue? - newsfirst.lk
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Supreme Court Interim Order on LG Election becomes a privilege issue?
COLOMBO (News 1st); State Minister Shehan Semasinghe raising a privilege issue in parliament on Friday (10) noted that it is a serious offense to proceed with the Interim Order given by the Supreme Court on 3rd March, when the matter is already produced to the Committee on Parliamentary Ethics and Privileges.He requested the Deputy Speaker to advise relevant authorities not to proceed further or take any action on the interim order with regard to the Local Government election until the Committee on Parliamentary Ethics and Privileges concludes its hearing on the privilege issue raised by MP Premanath C Dollewatte.MP Premnath C. Dolawatte told Parliament on 7th of March that the powers and privileges of Parliament have been violated by the Interim Order issued by several judges of the Supreme Court on March 3rd, 2023.On March 3rd, the Supreme Court, considering Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) General Secretary Ranjith Madduma Bandara’s petition, issued an Interim Order to the Finance Ministry Secretary and the Attorney General preventing them from withholding the funds allocated for elections in Budget 2023.Dolawatte claimed the said Interim Order can be viewed “as clear breach of privileges and powers of Parliament.”MPs from the opposition led by Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa on Friday (10) met with the Deputy Speaker to discuss the privilege issues raised by State Minister Shehan Semasinghe, and MP Premnath C.
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Sajith Premadasa - IMF agreement is integral to Sri Lanka, but we must have a pro-people approach – Sajith - newsfirst.lk - Sri Lanka
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IMF agreement is integral to Sri Lanka, but we must have a pro-people approach – Sajith
COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lankan Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said that any agreement inked by Sri Lanka must be transparent.Premadasa was speaking at the SJB Economic Summit 'The Blue Print' in Colombo on Tuesday (14), and said the International Monetary Fund agreement is integral to Sri Lanka to come out of bankruptcy."Where we will differ is the way we negotiate, the substance, and the issues. We will be taking a pro-people, pro-business approach, he said.Sajith Premadasa also went on to note that the present executive presidency, together with the Prime Minister has manipulated and connived to prevent the election from being held, because they lack a mandate.The Opposition Leader said that the SJB will work with everyone, and not do anything that is detrimental to the interest of any country."What we will do is, we will promote our national interests.
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Sajith Premadasa - Ranil Wickremesinghe - Dinesh Gunawardena - Sri Lanka’s President and PM issues statements to mark the 75th Independence Day - newsfirst.lk - Sri Lanka
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Sri Lanka’s President and PM issues statements to mark the 75th Independence Day
Sri Lanka's President and Prime Minister issued statements to mark the 75th Independence Day.In his message, President Ranil Wickremesinghe says there is a new economic and social reform agenda before the country with the objectives focusing first on recovery and then on renewed development. The Head of State stated it is imperative for us to unite in its implementation so that we can emerge with a high level of economic prosperity. He pledged to make the extremely difficult though vital decisions to achieve this goal with courage and determination. Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena in his message to mark the 75th Independence Day said "today, we not only celebrate our freedom, but also pay tribute to the ones who fought for it, to the ones who held a vision for our country, and to the ones who sacrificed themselves for the same." The Premier says the bravery, heroic acts as well as untold miseries suffered by our forefathers during their struggle for freedom of the Motherland must not be allowed to fade away from our memories.The Prime Minister adds the government has taken a series of measures to ensure recovery of the economy, and increase agricultural production to attain self-sufficiency and food security. Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa also issued a statement to mark the 75th Independence Day. He stated "despite the fact that Sri Lanka has been independent for 75 years, we have failed to make that independence meaningful on national, social, educational, and religious levels."The Opposition Leader stated being trapped in "narrow chauvinism and communalism" is not the way to experience true freedom.
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Sajith Premadasa - Sajith Premadasa to boycott Independence Day celebrations - newsfirst.lk - Sri Lanka
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Sajith Premadasa to boycott Independence Day celebrations
COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lankan Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has decided not to attend the 75th Independence Day celebrations in Colombo on Saturday (4).Speaking to News 1st the Opposition Leader confirmed his decision to boycott the grand event.In addition, the group of MPs led by Dullas Alahapperuma who left the government to become independent have also decided to boycott the 75th Independence Day celebrations.Speaking to News 1st MP Alahapperuma said he decided to boycott the event as he cannot agree with the programs carried out by the present government.Sri Lanka will be celebrating the 75th Independence Day at Galle Face on Saturday (4) in a three-hour long event starting from around 8 AM.
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Mahinda Rajapaksa - Sajith Premadasa - Ranil Wickremesinghe - Maithripala Sirisena - Anura Kumara Dissanayake - Yapa Abeywardena - President to chair all-party conference on ethnic harmony - newsfirst.lk
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President to chair all-party conference on ethnic harmony
COLOMBO (News 1st) – An all-party conference will be held at 04:00 PM on Thursday (26) at the President's office under the chairmanship of President Ranil Wickremesinghe.According to a PMD statement, the purpose of this conference is to come to a consensus and strengthen national harmony. Speaker of Parliament Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa, former presidents Mahinda Rajapaksa and Maithripala Sirisena, Tamil National Alliance Leader R.
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Sajith Premadasa - Opposition Leader concerned over timing of Election Expenditure Bill - newsfirst.lk - Sri Lanka
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Opposition Leader concerned over timing of Election Expenditure Bill
COLOMBO (News 1st) – Sri Lanka's Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said that a conspiracy is afoot to underminde the people's mandate by implementing various regulations.He told Parliament on Wednesday (18) that he would not allow for the upcoming Local Government Election to be delayed via such conspiracies.The Opposition Leader said that the Election Expenditure Bill is a vital piece of legislation, however, the timing of the legislation is cause for concern.The Ministerial Consultative Committee on Justice, Prisons Affairs and Constitutional Reforms on Tuesday (17) decided to postpone the second reading debate of the Regulation of Election Expenditure Bill by one months’ time.However, Special Party Leaders meeting will has been called for on Wednesday (18) afternoon with the President and Prime Minister in attendance to discuss the Election Expenditure Bill, said the Speaker.The Opposition Leader speaking in Parliament expressed that trying to discuss the Bill while the nomination and bond acceptance process is taking place, creates a state of confusion and concern."If this bill is passed tomorrow, it will become an obstacle for the election that is expected to take place in March 2023," warned Premadasa.He said the Election Expenditure Bill contains a section where candidates are expected to produce a comprehensive report on their campaign expenses, donations, funds, etc.While noting that such articles are of paramount importance, he said failure to produce such a report will be termed as an offense, and when that happens petitions can be filed against the candidate.The Opposition Leader noted that if this Bill is passed ahead of the Local Government Election, it would also apply to the 2023 Local Government
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Sajith Premadasa - Anura Kumara Dissanayake - Neil Bandara Hapuhinna - Cabinet orders to suspend accepting bonds for LG poll? Opposition slams govt - newsfirst.lk
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Cabinet orders to suspend accepting bonds for LG poll? Opposition slams govt
COLOMBO (News 1st) – A letter claiming to contain an order made to all District Secretaries notifying them to refrain from accepting bonds for the Local Government Elections is currently making its rounds on social media.The circular contains the signature of the Secretary to the Ministry of Public Administration and Home Affairs.Ministry Secretary Neil Bandara Hapuhinna noted that the Cabinet that met on Monday (9) had instructed him to order all the District Secretaries to refrain from accepting the bonds from candidates until further notice.However, the Commissioner General of Elections had ordered all District Returning Officers to continue to accept the bonds by the candidates, noting that as per the powers vested with the Election Commission via the Local Authorities Elections (Amendment) Act Returning Officers have been appointed for the respective districts.Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa, and NPP Leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake slammed the government's efforts to delay the elections.
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Sajith Premadasa - Diana Gamage - Diana Gamage challenges party membership of Sajith Premadasa, Ranjith Madduma Bandara - newsfirst.lk
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Diana Gamage challenges party membership of Sajith Premadasa, Ranjith Madduma Bandara
COLOMBO (News 1st) – State Minister Diana Gamage had filed a petition claiming that Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa and Ranjith Madduma Bandara holding membership and positions of the Samagi Jana Balavegaya is against the constitution of the party.Accordingly, both Sajith Premadasa and Ranjith Madduma Bandara were ordered by a Colombo District Court to appear in court on the 25th of January 2023.State Minister Diana Gamage had filed the petition via President's Counsel Uditha Igalahewa with the Colombo District Court and noted that Sajith Premadasa and Ranjith Madduma Bandara continue to remain as members of the United National Party.As evidence, Diana Gamage had produced an affidavit from the General Secretary of the United National Party, and a judicial process that Ranjith Madduma Bandara had taken to challenge disciplinary action by the UNP, as evidence material in her petition.She says that article 3 (3) of chapter 3 of the SJB constitution notes that if a party member holds membership of another party, he or she will lose the membership of the Samagi Jana Balavegaya.She requests the court to deliver a ruling that both Sajith Premadasa, and Ranjith Madduma Bandara holding membership of the SJB, and holding the posts of Leader and General Secretary of the SJB, are illegal.Diana Gamage has also requested an order suspending those from holding the said positions under the examination of the petition is complete.
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Gotabaya Rajapaksa - Sajith Premadasa - Ranil Wickremesinghe - I did not apply for the post of Prime Minister, Sajith responds to President - newsfirst.lk - Sri Lanka
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I did not apply for the post of Prime Minister, Sajith responds to President
COLOMBO (News 1st) – Sri Lankan Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa told Parliament on Friday (24) that he did not apply for the post of Prime Minister, during the tenure of Gotabaya Rajapaksa.Sajith Premadasa said that the Former President repeatedly requested him to accept the post of Prime Minister, and four conditions were put forward to Rajapaksa for the establishment of an interim short-term government.• President must resign from his position during a stipulated minimum period of time;• Implement and enact the 19th constitutional amendment within a period of two weeks, with the support of all political parties;• Implement the provisions in the Constitution within a minimum time period to abolish the executive presidency; and• Call for a parliamentary election to allow the public to form a permanent government after implementing the constitutional amendments and rebuilding the community life and ensuring the rule of law.Sajith Premadasa said he wrote to then-President Rajapaksa citing these four conditions to accept the post of Prime Minister, and did not request or apply for the post of Prime Minister.Sajith Premadasa was responding to a comment made by President Ranil Wickremesinghe in Parliament on Thursday (24).'Our Opposition Leader also said today that I asked for this presidency. I didn't ask for this.
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Sajith Premadasa - Susil Premajayantha - Galwewa Siridhamma Thero - Wasantha Mudalige - DO NOT extend Detention Orders on Student Leaders – Sajith - newsfirst.lk - Sri Lanka
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DO NOT extend Detention Orders on Student Leaders – Sajith
COLOMBO (News 1st) – Sri Lanka's Opposition Leader has requested the country's parliament to intervene for the release of student leaders detained under the PTA.Sri Lankan Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa speaking in Parliament on Thursday (17) raised alarm that Venerable Galwewa Siridhamma Thero, and Wasantha Mudalige who are student leaders detained under the Prevention of Terrorism Act would complete their 90-Day detention on Friday (28), are to be retained in detention via an extension of the Detention Order.He termed the use of the Prevention of Terrorism Act again suprression as State Sponsored Terrorism, and requested the government end the suppression and release the detained student leaders.The opposition leader also demanded the government to disclose the alleged acts of terror committed by Venerable Galwewa Siridhamma Thero, and Wasantha Mudalige.Leader of the House & Minister Dr.
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Sajith Premadasa - Opposition groups unite in call for LG polls - newsfirst.lk - Sri Lanka
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Opposition groups unite in call for LG polls
COLOMBO (News 1st) – All the opposition parties and groups in Parliament made an official request from the National Election Commission to call for Local Government Elections on time.Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa led a group of leading opposition lawmakers to the National Election Commission premises on Tuesday (15) morning to hand over a letter.The Samagi Jana Balavegaya, Sri Lanka Freedom Party, Freedom People's Congress, Uttara Lanka Sabhagaya, Democratic Left Front, Independent Group led by MP Anura Priyadarshana Yapa, National People's Power, All Ceylon Makkal Congress, Sri Lanka Muslim Congress, Tamil National Alliance, Tamil Progressive Alliance, Nawa Sama Samaja Party, as well as the Frontline Socialists Party that is not represented in parliament signed the letter.The letter signed by 21 parties and groups represented in parliament, and not represented in the house notes that if a response is not received to the joint request it will be assumed that the National Elections Commission is also planning on delaying the local government elections.The letter notes that if that is the case, necessary actions will be taken.
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Sajith Premadasa - Four Independent (SLPP) MPs join opposition - newsfirst.lk - Sri Lanka
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Four Independent (SLPP) MPs join opposition
COLOMBO (News 1st) – Four MPs who contested from the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna and decided to become independent have cross over to the opposition, and will become a faction of the Samagi Jana Sandanaya.The move came after talks with Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa at his office in the Parliament.Accordingly, MPs Anura Priyadarshana Yapa, Chandima Weerakkody, Jayaratne Hearth, and Dr.
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Sajith Premadasa - Chief Justice - Dinesh Gunawardena - Yapa Abeywardena - Siripala De-Silva - Applications called for civil society members for the Constitutional Council - newsfirst.lk
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Applications called for civil society members for the Constitutional Council
COLOMBO (News 1st) – Applications have been called for qualified persons regarding the appointment of civil society members for the Constitutional Council established under the 21st Amendment.Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena stated that the relevant applications should be forwarded to the Parliament before 28th November.Accordingly, those who are not members of any political party who are considered acclaimed personalities in the spheres of their public or professional lives and have functioned with excellence and honesty can apply for the position.A discussion was held at the Parliament Complex under the Chairmanship of the Speaker last week to discuss the establishment of the Constitutional Council.It was held with the participation of Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena, Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa and Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva who was appointed as the President's representative.The Constituent Assembly consists of 10 members, including the Speaker, the Prime Minister, the Opposition Leader, a member appointed by the President, a member representing the party representing the Prime Minister, a member of the party representing the Leader of the Opposition, a member of another political party representing Parliament and 3 civil society representatives.According to the 21st amendment, the Supreme Court judges headed by the Chief Justice, the President and judges of the Court of Appeal, the Attorney General, the Governor of the Central Bank, the Auditor General, the Inspector General of Police, the Secretary General of the Parliament, the Ombudsman of Parliamentary Affairs as well as the chairpersons and members for independent commissions should be appointed subject to the
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Sajith Premadasa - Adding more pressure won’t allow recovery – Sajith - newsfirst.lk - Sri Lanka - state Indiana
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Adding more pressure won’t allow recovery – Sajith
COLOMBO (News 1st) – Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa says incentives must be given to industries that generate dollars for Sri Lanka, in order to boost the economy."We can't resolve these issues by putting pressure on the economy. A program to boost the economy is mandatory.
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Sajith Premadasa - Susil Premajayantha - NO policy for non-academic staff? Questions Sajith - newsfirst.lk - Sri Lanka
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NO policy for non-academic staff? Questions Sajith
COLOMBO (News 1st) – Sri Lanka's Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa told Parliament on Wednesday (19) that there is no national policy to cater to the non-academic education staff in the country.He told the house that the 30,000 plus non-academic staff are facing numerous issues due to the absence of a proper policy that also includes promotions.He said that educated individuals are serving as janitors, and security officers as a result of the absence of a proper policy to facilitate their future progress.The Opposition Leader also raised concern over the funds that have been allocated for security officers for their uniforms, torches, and batteries, however, no one appears to know what happens to the money that is reserved from the budget.Education Minister Susil Premajayantha proposed for the non-academic education staff to be recruited to management-level positions in schools, and if they are already qualified they can sit for the management-level examinations.
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Sajith Premadasa - Recover money looted from scam to boost revenue – Sajith - newsfirst.lk
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Recover money looted from scam to boost revenue – Sajith
COLOMBO (News 1st) – Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa speaking in Parliament on Friday (7) said the economy cannot be revived by a small group of people confining themselves to small rooms.He said the government must visit the people and understand their woes and the destruction that has been caused due to wrong economic decisions.He proposed for the government implement an economic growth strategy. He said that the government must recover the money looted from the state via various scams, and use that money to boost tax revenue.He proposed for the government to recover the looted funds via an anti-corruption program, and the UN's Stolen Asset Recovery Assistance program.
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Sajith Premadasa - Susil Premajayantha - Where is Wasantha being taken to under the cover of darkness? - newsfirst.lk - Sri Lanka
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Where is Wasantha being taken to under the cover of darkness?
COLOMBO (News 1st) – Concerns were raised in Parliament on Wednesday (5) concerning the protection of Wasantha Mudalige, the Inter-University Student's Federation Convener, who is currently being detained under the Prevention of Terrorism Act.However, the ruling faction stressed the need to take immediate action to control certain actions committed by the IUSF.Sri Lanka's Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa expressed alarm over reports that Wasantha Mudalige was being moved out of the Tangalle Terrorism Detention Center under the guise of darkness to various locations in Malwana, Kadawatha, Gampaha, and Nawagamuwa.He questioned why detectives cannot escort Mudalige to the said location during the day, and why the secrecy."They will assassinate Wasantha Mudalige and tell us, he tried to escape so we shot him," he said.
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Sajith Premadasa - Harsha De-Silva - Charitha Herath to replace Dr. Harsha in COPE - newsfirst.lk
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Charitha Herath to replace Dr. Harsha in COPE
COLOMBO (News 1st) – Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa told the Parliament that Dr. Harsha De Silva who was named as a member of the Committee on Public Enterprises will step down, and he will be replaced by former COPE Chairman Professor Charitha Herath."Dr.
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Sajith Premadasa - Podujana Peramuna - Sajith breaks silence on why he didn’t become PM - newsfirst.lk - Sri Lanka
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Sajith breaks silence on why he didn’t become PM
COLOMBO (News 1st)  – Sri Lanka's Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa revealed on Friday (30) that the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna cooked up a plan to destroy his political career by appointing him as the country's Prime Minister.Sajith Premadasa told reporters that Gotabaya Rajapaksa made a request for him to take up the post of Prime Minister."He did not off me the post for the benefit of the people or the country. I became aware that they planned to bring forward a motion of no-confidence against me after I am made the Prime Minister," he said adding that at the time the SLPP had a majority of the MPs."134 votes were cast in favor of the main protector of the Rajapaksas, the current president.
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Sajith Premadasa - Low taxes for tobacco & alcohol amidst high food inflation? Sajith questions - newsfirst.lk - Sri Lanka
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Low taxes for tobacco & alcohol amidst high food inflation? Sajith questions
COLOMBO (News 1st) – Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa questioned the Government the reason for imposing low levies on tobacco and alcohol at a time when food inflation in the country is rapidly rising. Speaking at the Parliament, the Opposition Leader said that the country's food inflation rate is over 90%, however the inflation rate of tobacco and alcohol products is merely over 36%, and questioned as the why the Government is not taking steps to increase the price of such goods. He alleged that the ties between alcohol companies, politicians and treasury officials have resulted in the prices being maintained at a low without being subject to increases.In response, State Minister of Finance Ranjith Siyambalapitiya stated that excise duty on tobacco products is levied on a unit basis depending on the length of the product, while excise duty is levied on alcohol products based on its strength. He further stated that in addition to these excise duties, a 15% value-added tax VAT on sales will be levied with effect from October 1st, along with a 2.5% social security contribution tax on turnover."In addition, these cigarettes and alcohol have been subject to a higher income tax rate of 40%.
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Sajith Premadasa - SJB submits its proposals for the 21st Amendment to the Constitution - newsfirst.lk - Sri Lanka
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SJB submits its proposals for the 21st Amendment to the Constitution
COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s main opposition faction, the Samagi Jana Balavegaya on Thursday (21) submitted its draft proposals for the 21st Amendment to the constitution, to the speaker.Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa handed over the necessary documentation to party General Secretary Ranjith Madduma Bandara on Thursday (21) morning, and thereafter it was submitted to the speaker.The documentation comprises the proposals to abolish the executive presidency, amendment for a tripartite separation of powers in a balanced manner, repeal the 20th Amendment to the Constitution, establishment of independent commissions, as well as the establishment of a National Security Council.
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Sajith Premadasa - Dinesh Gunawardena - (VIDEO) ‘Lunch-break’ argument heats up parliament - newsfirst.lk
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(VIDEO) ‘Lunch-break’ argument heats up parliament
COLOMBO (News 1st); A heated exchange broke out in parliament over Wednesday’s (20) lunch break, as opposition MPs requested to be allowed to make their comments even during the break.MP Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam was in line to address the house ahead of the lunch break, and he requested for the break to be delayed as the parliament was discussing crucial matters regarding the death of a protestor who was killed in police fire in Rambukkana on Tuesday (20).Minister Dinesh Gunawardena said it was agreed to follow today’s debate and conclude proceedings, and that the opposition leader had proposed for the debate to continue on Thursday (21) based on fresh information.However, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said what was agreed was to bring fresh information for the debate tomorrow, but for today’s debate to continue the lunch break needs to be used as well.“When the people are suffering without food, what is the urgency for the MPs to have their lunch? Cancel the lunch break and allow for discussions to continue. If you (government) want to eat, go ahead.
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Sajith Premadasa - #Rambukkana Shooting: Police probe cannot be accepted; Appoint an investigation body – Sajith Premadasa - newsfirst.lk - Sri Lanka
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#Rambukkana Shooting: Police probe cannot be accepted; Appoint an investigation body – Sajith Premadasa
COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lankan Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa on Wednesday (20) called for the appointment of an investigation body comprising of retired Supreme Court judges to conduct an impartial probe into the Rambukkana shooting.He said investigations carried out by the police cannot be accepted.Having failed to disperse those who had been blocking the railway line at Rambukkana for over 15 hours in protest against the latest increase in the price of diesel and petrol, the police on Tuesday (19) evening opened fire on protesters. One person was killed, and dozens including police officers were injured.He called on the Speaker to summon the Defense Secretary, Public Security Minister, IGP, and the SSP who ordered the shooting, as well the political forces who stood behind the SSP, so that the party leaders can grill them on the matter.Speaking on the political front, Sajith Premadasa said at the party leaders meeting the Speaker had noted that if the party leaders in unison call for the president to step down, he is prepared to do so.“We are prepared to do it.
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Sajith Premadasa - Basil Rajapaksa - ‘SJB MPs NOT for Sale’; Sajith hits out at Basil - newsfirst.lk - Sri Lanka
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‘SJB MPs NOT for Sale’; Sajith hits out at Basil
COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lankan Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has openly hit out at Ex-Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa for attempting to ‘buy’ MPs from the Samagi Jana Balavegaya.In a tweet on Wednesday (13), Sajith Premadasa said ‘Cheap power is when you have to buy it.’
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Sajith Premadasa - SJB signs No-Confidence & Impeachment motions - newsfirst.lk
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SJB signs No-Confidence & Impeachment motions
COLOMBO (News 1st); The Samagi Jana Balawegaya signed a no-confidence motion against the government and an impeachment motion against the President on Tuesday (12).Thus, the Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa, with his group of parliamentarians, signed them at the Office of the Leader of the Opposition, according to a Facebook post.The Leader of the Opposition said that the Samagi Jana Balawegaya stands together with the people fighting on the streets against the government and will work for all possible democratic victories in Parliament to realize it.He added that, in addition to the no-confidence motion and the impeachment, they will continue a fight for the reversal of the 20th Amendment and re-enactment of the 19th Amendment and for all democratic victories by constitutional means.
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Sajith Premadasa - NO alternative with the existing President – Opposition Leader - newsfirst.lk - Sri Lanka
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NO alternative with the existing President – Opposition Leader
COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lankan Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa told Parliament on Friday (8) that there is no alternative path with the incumbent President.“We speak a lot about the alternatives, such as caretaker governments, interim governments, temporary governments, etc. However, can these governments move forwards with the Executive Presidency?” he questioned the house.He said such alternatives will not be able to move ahead with the present Executive President in office.“The 20th Amendment to the Constitution did not create an Executive President, it created a Super Executive President,” he told the Parliament.“How can a caretaker, interim, or even temporary government operate with a President with Super Executive Powers?” he noted.He said if parliament agrees to such a proposal, that could be tantamount to treachery.“We are not prepared to commit such a betrayal.
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‘If you don’t listen to the people, we will bring a no-faith motion’ – Sajith
COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lankan Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has warned that if the President and Government do not heed the calls of the people, the Opposition will be compelled to proceed with a motion of no-confidence as per the provisions of the constitution.In response to the government members commenting to bring forth such a motion, the Opposition Leader noted that those in government should not forget that 6.9 Mn people voted for the President, and 6.8 Mn people voted for the government.“Do not forget that. Decide for yourselves on how you will be able to return to the people and to your respective electorates,” he told the government side.
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It is time to abolish Executive Presidency: Sajith
COLOMBO (News 1st); It is time to abolish the Executive Presidency, says the Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa. Making a statement at the Parliament today (05), the Opposition Leader said that although many are calling for the abolishment of the 20th amendment, however time has arrived to amend the Executive Presidency.He further stated that although the Executive Presidency may be abolished, an Executive Prime Minister who is able to do things according to his wishes is also unnecessary. Emphasizing that there should be a checks and balances system, the Opposition Leader said that a large amount of executive power should not be centralized on any person. Citing an incident which took place at the Parliament mere moments earlier, the Opposition Leader stated that with such acts, Premadasa said that such methods of bribery were used to gain allegiance with the 20th Amendment at Parliament. Therefore, he added, the entire Government, starting from the President, must resign.Proposal to abolish Executive Presidency must be brought to Parliament this week.Will not accept any ministerial position, and power will ONLY be obtained with the blessings of the people.– #Opposition Leader #Sajith Premadasa#lka #SriLanka #SLnews #News1st #Parliament— Newsfirst.lk Sri Lanka (@NewsfirstSL) April 5, 2022There should be no voice in Parliament, apart from the voice heard from the streets.The people want a change in government, the Parliament must understand it.– #Opposition Leader #Sajith Premadasa#lka #SriLanka #SLnews #News1st #Parliament— Newsfirst.lk Sri Lanka (@NewsfirstSL) April 5, 2022
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‘Go Home or Call for Presidential Election’ ; Sajith’s message to Govt
COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lankan Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa leading a protest opposite the President’s Office in Colombo on Tuesday (15) said that the government that promised relief, has only brought about the burden to the people.Sajith Premadasa was clear in his message to the government “Go home or allow the people to decide at a Presidential Election.”“The government led by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, and Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa must leave if they cannot do what they were elected to do, and let us carry on with governance,” he told the protestors.“We cannot bear this suffering anymore,” Premadasa told a gathering of thousands of protestors in Colombo, adding that the Rajapaksa Government, the Rajapaksa Family are responsible for the suffering and the time is now to send them home.“We are here to tell the government that ruined this country, to go home,” he said.Heavy security was experienced around the President’s Office when the protest was taking place, with protestors also making attempts to break through the police cordon to make their way into the premises.He said the Samagi Jana Balavegaya led government will bring back the Sri Lankan identity that was lost as a result of the actions of the present government.Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa told the protestors that it is time to be prepared to save the country from the brink of destruction.“Thousands have come here with no fear of bullets, tear gas, bombs, water cannons, and even baton charges,” he said in a message aimed at the government.Commenting on the fuel crisis, Premadasa said that three middle-eastern governments have promised to supply fuel for two years with no up-front payment to a Samagi Jana Balavegaya led government.He said
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COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s main opposition faction, the Samagi Jana Balavegaya blocked the road opposite the Presidential Secretariat venting their anger against the government that has increased the prices of many goods.The SJB says that the government has increased the cost of living to an unbearable level..Protestors from many parts of the country marched to Colombo and stationed themselves opposite the Presidential Secretariat on Tuesday (15) evening demanding the President bring down the prices of goods.The protest movement was led by Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa.
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Reappoint COPE & COPA to recommence investigations – Sajith
COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has called on the Parliament to immediately reappoint former Chairmen and members to COPE and COPA, which ceased to function after the President prorogued Parliament in December 2021.He requested that these parliamentary watchdogs recommence the investigations that were being looked into before the prorogation of the house.“This government made a pledge to expose the 2019 Easter Attacks and reveal the masterminds to the people. The government promised to take every possible action against them.
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NO JUSTICE for Easter Attack victims under present government – Sajith
COLOMBO (News 1st); Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said that NO justice will be served for the victims of the 2019 April Terror Attacks under the present government.“I will never hesitate to impose the maximum punishment on all those responsible for the Easter Attacks, including the mastermind, by following an impartial and independent investigation,” said the Opposition Leader on Sunday (16).He noted that the people have started to raise concerns over the Easter Attacks, and the Government’s conduct and lethargic investigations have proven these concerns as well.“The Government that used the Easter Attacks to secure power, appears to have forgotten all about it,” he said.The Opposition Leader also speaking on the recent discovery of a grenade at a church, said those investigations too are taking place in a very concerning manner that raise serious doubts.“It is not good when the people start losing faith in the state, security forces and the police,” said Premadasa.“If His Eminence the Cardinal himself is saying that the Easter Attacks was used for political gains, the concerns that mounting over state leadership and security forces will lead to serious issues,” he added.
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NO room for corruption under SJB Govt – Sajith
COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has stressed that there will be no rule for corruption or malpractice under a government of the Samagi Jana Balavegaya.“The people cast their blessings to ensure a better country is created by the politicians. However, what we see is that politicians are conducting themselves as if they own the country,” said the Opposition Leader.He said the country is tainted by fraud, corruption, state abuse, and malpractice.“We will not allow corrupt governance to invade the Sri Lankan fabric,” he stressed noting that the culture of awarding positions to the corrupt will end under an SJB government.
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‘Will continue to work to secure Ranjan’s freedom’ – Opposition Leader
COLOMBO (News 1st); Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said that the struggle for freedom with all democratic rights will resume this year on behalf of Ranjan Ramanayake, who has always fought against corruption, suppression, and injustice.The Leader of the Opposition said that Samagi Jana Balawegaya will be fully committed to this cause and that the struggle would begin with the participation of the young members of his party.The Leader of the Opposition said that he has repeatedly requested the President for Ranjan Ramanayake’s release and has received positive responses orally on many occasions and, still, it is unfortunate that it has not been implemented in practice to date.The Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa visited the
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SJB commences pilot project to donate Smart Boards to schools
COLOMBO (News 1st); The Samagi Jana Balawegaya has commenced a pilot program to donate Smart Boards and computers to the school system in Sri Lanka, on Friday (24) as one of the milestones in the journey towards a digital economy through information technology.The project launched based on a concept of the Leader of the Opposition, Sajith Premadasa, is being implemented targeting public schools. The Opposition Leader, Sajith Premadasa speaking on the occasion stated that in the context of the digital revolution being active worldwide as an important part of the fourth Industrial Revolution, only 22.
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Cost of goods could rise further, says Johnston
COLOMBO (News 1st); The Government had acted tactfully with regard to foreign reserves, keeping in mind that the Government will collapse if foreign reserves run out, but such stories of imminent bankruptcy are daydreams of those such as Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa, says the Minister of Highways, Johnston FernandoHowever, Minister Johnston Fernando indicated that the cost of goods could rise further, following an inspection tour of the entrance to the Mirigama interchange along the Central Expressway on Wednesday (22).Speaking further, the Minister of Highways also stated that although the cost of goods is high, it will increase further until the pandemic eases, and as a nation, the people will have to face such
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Chinese Embassy donates Rs. 20Mn worth dialysis machines to hospitals
COLOMBO (News 1st); The Chinese Embassy had handed over a donation of eight Kidney Dialysis Machines worth Rs.
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