UML congratulates Sri Lanka's Dissanayake for securing two-thirds majority

Kathmandu, November 17 — The CPN-UML has congratulated the National People's Power (NPP) party for securing a two-thirds majority in the recent parliamentary elections in Sri Lanka, winning 159 out of 225 seats.

In a statement issued on Sunday, CPN-UML General Secretary Shankar Pokharel expressed confidence that NPP's victory would bring political stability, economic reforms, social justice, and enhanced self-reliance to Sri Lanka.

The NPP's leader, Anura Kumar Dissanayake, also won the presidential election held about two months ago (September 21, 2024).

The CPN-UML further stated, "The NPP's victory in the recent parliamentary elections will contribute to political stability, economic reforms, social justice, and increased self-reliance in Sri Lanka."

The party also expressed its belief that through elections, winning the people's hearts and serving them would prove that the communist movement can become even more popular and trustworthy. The CPN-UML expressed confidence that the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) and its newly formed NPP coalition, led by President Anura Kumar Dissanayake, would succeed.

Additionally, CPN-UML extended its best wishes for Sri Lanka to successfully implement the option chosen by the people during the crisis and hoped that Sri Lanka could set an exemplary model for the world.