Army Commander's term extended [November 17 2008]

Pesident Mahinda Rajapaksa as Commander-In-Chief today extended the term of the Army Commander Lieutenant General Sarath Fonseka for another year. The new extension will be effective from 18th December. The Army Commander was due to retire on December 10. Under the inspiring leadership of Lt. Gen. Fonseka, Sri Lanka Army has achieved many milestones in the battle against terrorism with the most recent victories being registered in Pooneryn and Mankulam.