July 07, Colombo (LNW): Former Minister and founder of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Basil Rajapaksa has announced the party’s continued backing of President Ranil Wickremesinghe, prioritising the nation’s welfare.
Speaking at an event in Kalutara celebrating the 27th anniversary of MP Rohitha Abeygunawardena’s political career, Rajapaksa stressed that the SLPP’s support for Wickremesinghe was driven by genuine conviction rather than fear.
“Whenever we work as part of the government in advancing this party, our support for you, President, is given with pride and without fear or obligation,” Rajapaksa emphasised.
The former Minister highlighted that the SLPP collectively believed in Wickremesinghe’s capability to steer the country through critical times and have been earnestly supporting him since.
He assured that the party would continue to back the President as long as he remains committed to safeguarding the nation and its people.
Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, also present at the event, underscored the importance of aligning with leadership that embraces challenges and progresses the country.
He called on the public to support such leadership.
