University of Politics:
UNP problems - bad to worse
“I urged the SLMC to contest the forthcoming
provincial council elections with the government but the party decided
to contest alone. I respect the decision of the party and I will not
revolt against it, but as a minister of the government I will not
campaign against the UPFA as it is against my conscience. If the SLMC
compels me to campaign for them, I will resign my Cabinet portfolio”, he
said.
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CHOGM will promote Sri Lanka’s image – Minister Lakshman Yapa
Abeywardena
Investment Promotion Minister Lakshman Yapa
Abeywardena said after the end of terrorism, the biggest challenge faced
by Sri Lanka is to project its image globally. Therefore, the CHOGM
would be the ideal forum to promote the country’s image globally and
dispel misconceptions on Sri Lanka internationally.
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NWPC candidates unveil plans
The Sunday Observer interviewed a candidate each
from the UPFA, UNP and JVP contesting the North Western PC elections to
find out their political backgrounds, what motivated them to run for the
PC membership, views on the jurisdiction of the PC, plans/desires on
servicing the local communities and the ultimate political objectives.
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