🫂🇵🇹 Lamine Yamal:
“I saw Cristiano crying after the final whistle, so I went over to him, gave him a hug, and said, ‘I’m sorry.’ I just wanted to comfort him. He looked at me, hugged me back, and said, ‘It’s okay.’ It was an emotional moment.”
Former Indian Chief Election Commissioner S. Y. Quraishi has praised Sri Lanka’s decision to end pensions for Members of Parliament.
“Great decision,” Quraishi said, reacting to reports that Sri Lanka ended the 49-year-old MP pension system following a parliamentary vote last month.
The FIFA World Cup is coming to America! ⚽️🇺🇸
Moments ago, President Trump signed an Executive Order Establishing a White House Task Force for the 2026 FIFA Games!
@WatcherGuru I don’t understand one thing. Does the government already have acquired cryptocurrencies or do they still need to do it and yesterday was just the announcement? If so, then the price will surge even more within the next weeks
The daily meal charges for Members of Parliament has been increased from Rs. 450 to Rs. 2,000, as decided during the Parliament House Committee meeting: House Committee member Deputy Minister Gamagedara Dissanayake.- Hiru #LKA
"But there have been controversial crimes that must be addressed. If perpetrators believe that such crimes can be buried and forgotten over time, it only deepens the public’s distrust in the legal system. To restore this trust, crimes that fuelled controversy must be thoroughly investigated, justice must be served to the victims, and the perpetrators must be held accountable. These incidents cannot simply become political rhetoric for campaigns, as has often happened in the past. History shows that no state that failed to achieve justice for such crimes has succeeded in progressing.
I assure you that the crimes that fuelled controversy will be exposed, the perpetrators will face justice, and fairness will be ensured for the victims. We aim to establish a state where law, justice, and fairness prevail. If we fail to do so within this mandate, there is little point in dreaming of such a state in the future. Let us remember that the public mandate we have received is steeped in these expectations and yearnings for justice.
This mandate reflects the grief of families mourning their lost loved ones, the despair of friends of those murdered, and the cry for justice echoing throughout this country. If we fail to deliver justice, who else will? Who can we entrust this responsibility to? No one. If we do not fulfil this duty, the public's dreams of justice and fairness will wither away. I believe that without action, even the faintest hopes for justice will vanish in this nation.
Justice and fairness must be re-established in this country. We must address not only these crimes but also the corruption and fraud that have contributed to our nation’s turmoil. By enforcing the law, reaffirming its supremacy, and restoring public trust, we can rebuild the foundation of justice. If we do not do it, then who will? This is the pressing question before us today."
"That is the Nature of Democracy. Democracy is not about uniting all people under a single party or a single ideology. The essence of democracy lies in the coexistence of diverse political ideologies and groups. It thrives on the presence of political factions with varying economic and political perspectives. As a democratic state, we do not advocate for one-party rule. Instead, we embrace multi-party politics as a core principle of our democratic framework.
We are fully aware that there is a significant portion of the population who did not vote for us. It is the responsibility of our government to represent and address the needs and aspirations of all citizens, regardless of whether they voted for us or not. Our commitment is to fulfil the expectations of every citizen of this nation.
Elections create a contract between the people and us. This bond is formed when we present our policy statement and ideas, outlining how the country's future should be shaped. People who place their trust in these ideas cast their votes for us. With their votes, the people have fulfilled their part in this relationship by granting us the mandate to govern. Now, it is our turn to fulfil our part by serving the people.
Therefore me and my government are fully committed to upholding this bond. We will ensure that this trust is never violated and that governance continues responsibly, always prioritizing the well-being of the people.
During this election campaign, it became evident that despite our differences in province, culture, language, and religion, we came together for a shared purpose and united behind a common goal. This unity displayed during the elections signifies a powerful moment in building national harmony, which the people of our country have long yearned for."
🗣️ NO ONE IS ABOVE THE LAW
Everyone will be treated equally under the same law. No one will be above it.
If those who have criminal and corrupt records believe that their wrongdoings will be lost in the sands of time - they are mistaken.
We will take action on all such controversies and ensure they are brought before the law.
- President @anuradisanayake
#lka #SriLanka
Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) observed a significant reduction in complaints related to the misuse of public funds, vehicles, and state power or positions during the General Election 2024.
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