Speeches

Enlightened Government
Address Celebrating 8 years as President Colombo, Sri Lanka NOVEMBER 12, 2002 Eight years ago on this day I had the privilege of assuming duties as President of Sri Lanka. The people of my country gave me a massive mandate...
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Rebuilding a Democratic State
Sri Lanka Development Forum Paris, France DECEMBER 18, 2000 I would first like to say that I am truly happy to be here with all of you together with my Ministers and my delegation of senior officials.  Since I last...
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“Our vision is to enter the 21st century, as one of Asia’s most developed and democratic Nations”
49th Anniversary of Sri Lankan Independence Colombo, Sri Lanka FEBRUARY 4, 1997 Today we celebrate 49 years of independence. As we step into our 50th year of independence, the moment is opportune for us to glance back at our achievements...
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