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by a Special Correspondent

We have reached a stage in our national history today when we have to make up our minds about our political future. The country has been in crisis precisely because of our collective inability to arrive at a viable political structure that would adequately address the various political needs and aspirations of all our people. One thing is certain today: war is not the answer. The vast majority of Sri Lankans of all ethnic communities are, today, in agreement that a political solution has to be found for the crisis. There is recognition that ultimately it is a political problem that needs a political solution. This can only come in the form of improvements to our current political system. It is true that the devolution of power to the regions is a concept that is not new to this country. It is already to be seen in the current Provincial Council system.
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