This refers to reports that Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa had dismissed Chief Justice Shirani Bandaranayake after Palirament moved an impeachment resolution against her.
It is unfortunate the opposition was not strong enough to prevent this bizarre development.
The government is being charged with illegality in not following constitutional procedures, as ruled by the Supreme Court.
While Sri Lankan politicians wrangle over trivial issues to gain mileage among their respective constituencies, minority grievances still remain unresolved.
The government successfully defeated terrorism in 2009 but has so far failed to implement any reconciliation package to bring about durable peace.
It is crucial the government and the opposition should join hands to find a peaceful negotiated settlement with the parliamentarians representing the Tamil National Alliance.
Peace and stability are vital to boost foreign direct investment and reduce unemployment. — Vishal, Colombo
Reconciliation in Sri Lanka
Reconciliation in Sri Lanka
