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The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) will support anyone who is committed to resolve the crisis which Sri Lanka is facing today, its Chairman Former President Maithripala Sirisena said yesterday.  

 

Speaking during a ceremony organized by Member of Colombo Municipal Council; (CMC) M.N. Manzil , Sirisena said his party will support anyone or any government which is committed to resolve issues faced by the people of Sri Lanka today without accepting ministries.   


“ People of this country are affected by high prices of essential goods and services . Therefore these issues have to be resolved. We in the SLFP are ready to support any one or any government which is committed to resolve the current crisis. The incumbent President seems to be making an effort to resolve this crisis. Therefore we have decided to back him. However we will not accept any ministerial portfolios,” he said. 

 

 

 
“ I was attacked by many over social media during my tenure as President of this country. However, people had no issues during my time. Essential goods were not expensive. People were able to live happily during that time. The only unfortunate thing that happened during my time was the Easter Sunday attacks. These attacks were carried out by Islamic terrorists. I would not let these attacks take place if I had prior knowledge. These terrorists have launched attacks in more than 50 countries. Even USA could not prevent the attacks in 2001.   

 

  • We in the SLFP are ready to support any one or any government which is committed to resolve the current crisis

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  • Kikazaru Monday, 08 August 2022 09:12 AM

    Ah! We show how this pair governed Sri Lanka not too long ago. Please go to you hometown and fly a kit in a abandoned paddy field.

    I am for the Govt. Monday, 08 August 2022 10:59 AM

    Do you have any alternative suggestion? If not, shut up and let those who make an attempt, continue with whatever they can. Read the good news in the paper today. Problems are subsiding one by one. If these guys fail, we will chase them also.

    Karalasingam Sivalingam Monday, 08 August 2022 09:27 AM

    RW is the man of the hour, let's support his efforts without bias.

    sarath Monday, 08 August 2022 09:28 AM

    if you had know about it earlier- then why did you fly away on that fateful day Everyone knows who was behind the Easter Sunday bombing- Cardinal himself has announced this from Vatican

    Punchi Monday, 08 August 2022 09:37 AM

    The end of beginning was when we imposed Shinhala Only. The beginning of the end was when we made Buddhism foremost. Now we mighty Shinhala Aryan Buddhist are at the end and the poor beggars of Asia. We will always be because when and if we get back to the first rung of the ladder our neighbour India would have further advanced to dizzying heights

    Prof. S. Somanathar Monday, 08 August 2022 10:17 AM

    True you had a long vision to promote our country, but you were controlled by Ranil Wickramasinghe and did not have any voice, nevertheless we appreciate that you came out to serve the country without expecting any Ministrial post.

    Rob Monday, 08 August 2022 10:28 AM

    Can see so many politicians of Pohottuwa also who criticized Ranil blowing smoke up on his ass now

    Roland Samarasinghe (attorney-at-law) Monday, 08 August 2022 10:29 AM

    The initial mistake you made is making MR as Prime Minister for a short period, that is the black mark on you inviting a No. 1 Looter (MR).

    Who cares about the normal masses Monday, 08 August 2022 10:43 AM

    People are fed up with you guys because you all never do what you say. We are ruled by politicians and you all ruled by your business colleagues. RW is now bringing in all his supporters by appointing them to various posts.

    Muhandiram Monday, 08 August 2022 11:18 AM

    You did not have "prior knowledge" of the Easter Terror attacks, so you couldn't do anything to prevent it. But just before it happened, you flew away to Singapore and didn't want to return forthwith even after you were informed about it. Very strange. You knew about the Bond Scams of 2015 and 2016 where Billions of Rupees were lost to the country. But what did you do about them? Would the 2nd Bond Scam, where the Major loss took place, have taken place if you took action on the first Bond Scam? And, you trust RW who was behind the Bond Scams and you expect him to deliver the goods. What a Great Loser you are.

    Gamarala Monday, 08 August 2022 12:17 PM

    Maithri's actions and words should always be to please the incumbent President, whoever it is, to save himself from Court action in the Easter Disaster of 2019.

    WTH Monday, 08 August 2022 12:21 PM

    Is he now? Or is he just trying to protect the Rajapakshas and their interests?

    Sunil Monday, 08 August 2022 12:23 PM

    A politician's statement

    Terrence Monday, 08 August 2022 12:51 PM

    Now at least keep your trap shut for President to act independently as you were the stumbling block with no progressive steps to improve in 2015

    Mahila Monday, 08 August 2022 01:37 PM

    Sirisena – “Silysena” the Joker, the MP returned by people of Pollonnaruwa - the Capital of the Kingdom of Parakramabahu, The Great!! Unfortunately, you are no patch on that great King at all and to represent Pollonnaruwa!! Not even a patch on that great king of yore!!! Now you are talking?? I thought during Yahapalanaya, I heard you declare RW is a useless fellow to have in your government and cause of all the problems you faced??!! You were worse than 2 2 =22 DBW, President of SL, 25 years before you!! You also, didn't trust RW to be the Defence Minister or Acting President, in your absence, when you disappeared to Thirupathy and Singapore holiday??!! Why? That folly of yours caused 500 maimed and dea and no control, permitting SLPP to come to power, because an inept president didn’t conform to constitutional provisions??!! How does he become that good NOW for your praise?? Fork tongued Serpent?? Best you keep your comments to yourself, without polluting the otherwise serene atmosp

    Waco Monday, 08 August 2022 01:57 PM

    In the all party Firld Marshall Sarath Fonseka should be the State Minister for defence and Prime Minister. Please appoint Anura Kumara Dissanayake the Minister of Law and Order in the new Cabinet. If not , it will not be an all party government. Dissolve the Parliament and go for a General Election.

    dara Monday, 08 August 2022 02:06 PM

    You were not answered why were you interfered in releasing of Wanathawilluwa arrests,why were you not allowed then PM,RW to security council meetings,why not appointed acting defense minister

    C Monday, 08 August 2022 03:38 PM

    He is trying to maintain th powers of those who the public wants removed and to keep the status quo NOT RESOLVE the issue he continues taking debt and he will never resolve the issue what a joke stupid people

    Dilshan Perera Monday, 08 August 2022 04:28 PM

    I'm sure Mervyn Silva would also be a perfect adviser and organizer for SLFP! Nobody more pathetic than you! Shame..

    RP Monday, 08 August 2022 06:36 PM

    I agree with Maithri on RW only. I don't believe him on other issues he spoke. Indian RAW agency warned multiple times about the impending attacks. He is absolutely correct that RW is sincerely trying to solve the crisis and revive the economy. People, trade unions and the opposition politicians should give RW a chance, at least for few months. Monthly strikes and agitations at this time is counter-productive.

    Cugan Monday, 08 August 2022 06:38 PM

    What you promised to Sobitha Thero and the masses "abolishing executive presidency "

    Perera Monday, 08 August 2022 06:57 PM

    That is what he should be doing. He is paid big bugs to do so and not on his arse.

    Stanley Monday, 08 August 2022 11:54 PM

    ISS will never come to Sri Lanka to attack CHURCHES in a damned cheapest way, but it was the local EXTREMIST group organized by the politicians to stay in power for more years designed the Easter Sunday carnage.

    GHT Monday, 08 August 2022 11:59 PM

    When you assumed duty as the President of Sri Lanka, in a debut speech, promised, having no intention of staying in power and after single term ends, will retire, so why you are still CRAVING for Political Power?

    Sinna Tuesday, 09 August 2022 06:43 AM

    MS,please expose in detail,your observations on what happened to proposed and cash borrowed but not use for purpose and transferred to Nirupama Rajapaksha’s account and recently you announced disappearance of two billion dollars paid as advance to Lotus tower.

    Prof. Dias Vithanage Tuesday, 09 August 2022 10:23 AM

    What you have achieved being in Politics, well only you looted joining with Mahinda, that is all, you destroyed SLFP.

    Ranjan Tuesday, 16 August 2022 11:41 PM

    A typical SL problematic mixedup love marriage thrilling couple.


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