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Ten corruption cases set for court in May, verdict ordered in one case ...
A special state banquet hosted by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in honour of Maldivian President Dr Mohamed Muizzu, who is on a state visit to Sri Lanka at the invitation of the Sri Lankan President, was held on Monday (04) at the President’s House in Colombo Fort. Upon arrival President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed were warmly received by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. Addressing the gathering, President Dissanayake stated that the long-standing and steadily growing close relationship between Sri Lanka and the Maldives has been further strengthened by the visit of President Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed. He also noted that if the unique appeal of both nations could be jointly promoted, it would bring significant benefits to the people of both countries, particularly in the tourism sector. The President further emphasised that the strong ties between the people of Sri Lanka and the Maldives, along with their cultural connections, date back centuries. He added that similarities between the two languages reflect this bond, and that the two nations will continue to remain close friends engaged in constant interaction. President Dissanayake remarked that Sri Lanka considers it an honour to have hosted the signing of the Maldives’ Declaration of Independence in 1965, describing it as a symbol of unity, cooperation and goodwill between the two countries. He added that this is why Maldivians regard Sri Lanka as their second home. He also stated that the Maldives is regarded as a reliable and valuable partner in efforts towards Sri Lanka’s social and economic development, as well as regional peace and prosperity, highlighting the importance of joint engagement on global issues. Pointing out that the two countries, as neighbours in the Indian Ocean, share deeply interconnected realities, the President said that challenges such as rising sea levels, climate change and global economic crises affect both nations. He stressed that these can only be addressed through unity and collective purpose, and expressed appreciation for the Maldives’ support during times of difficulty in Sri Lanka. He further noted that the discussions held between the two leaders would open new avenues for strengthening cooperation between the peoples of both countries. Inviting President Muizzu to work together in safeguarding enduring values such as tolerance, compassion and sustainability, he emphasised the importance of unity in building a brighter futur...
A Decisive Judicial Verdict Is Coming in May - Sri Lanka President AKD ...
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated yesterday (1 May) that a decisive verdict is expected in May, declaring that 2026 will go down in Sri Lanka’s history as the year when the corrupt, crooks, and thieves were sentenced to prison. He made these remarks while addressing the National People’s Power May Day rally held in Nuwara Eliya. “I will give you a guarantee. This year, 2026, will be remembered in Sri Lanka’s history as the year when the corrupt, the crooks, and the thieves were sent to prison. There are ten cases before the courts this May alone. Yesterday, a date was fixed for a verdict. That verdict will be delivered in May,” the President emphasised. Commenting further on the law and judicial process, President Dissanayake said: “The Criminal Investigation Department has been strengthened, and a large number of investigations have been launched. The people are not worried. Those individuals are worried. The Bribery Commission has also been strengthened. They said the Commission did not have enough space, so we provided the official residence used by a former minister for its use. Investigations are now underway. We have strengthened institutions and enacted new laws. The people are not worried. Those individuals are worried. Official residences used by former ministers have been converted into court premises to hear cases. Now they return to the very houses where they once ate and drank, this time to give evidence. Courts have been built and reinforced. The people are not worried. Those individuals are worried. I repeat my guarantee: 2026 will be the year in Sri Lanka’s history when the corrupt, fraudsters, and thieves are sentenced to prison. There are ten cases before the courts this May. A date for the verdict was fixed yesterday, and the verdict will be delivered in May. What is happening now? Criminals, fraudsters, corrupt individuals, drug dealers, and underworld figures are rapidly being sent to jail. Cases are being heard, and they are becoming anxious. It would be surprising if they were not worried. The law has reached their doorstep. You gave us a mandate to bring all these criminals to justice, and we are acting in accordance with our mandate. ( Translation of a news story published by The Leader)
Ten corruption cases set for court in May, verdict ordered in one case ...
He stated that the government is reinforcing important investigative and legal bodies, such as the Criminal Investigation Department and the Bribery Commission, to tackle corruption cases. President Dissanayake claimed that the NPP government is the "most trusted" in the nation, having gained the confidence of people from all regions, including the Hill Country, North, East, and South. He ...
It's common knowledge — Minister defends President's court date remarks
Prosecutions will follow investigations conducted by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption, Health and Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said.
