Executive Power Cleansed, Next Step is Parliament, says Sri Lanka's PM

COLOMBO (News 1st); Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said a a nation-building journey that aligns with the expectations of the people has begun. 

Speaking at a public gathering in Puwakpitiya, she emphasized the responsibilities that will be entrusted to the citizens on November 14th.

Addressing the crowd, Dr. Amarasuriya highlighted the government's commitment to implementing necessary changes within the executive power and the political culture systematically.

She stressed that the government is not focused on media spectacles or deceptive narratives but on building trust through transparency and honesty.

"We have only the executive power, which we are exercising through the smallest cabinet in the world. We are systematically implementing the changes needed within this system and the political culture. You did not expect media spectacles or deceptive narratives from us. We have been honest with you, and we have built trust through open communication. This foundation is essential for building the country," said Dr. Amarasuriya.

She further explained that the first step taken was to cleanse the executive power and transform it into a democratic force. 

Referring to promises made by Anura Kumara Dissanayake, she noted that the dissolution of Parliament was a fulfillment of his commitment to provide an opportunity to cleanse the Parliament before a significant period elapsed after winning the presidential election.

"On November 14th, you have the opportunity to cleanse the Parliament. You have already cleansed the executive. Now, it is time to cleanse the Parliament," she added.