Rajapakse regime and the Fonseka phenomenon: Genesis of current crisis
by D.B.S. Jeyaraj
Notwithstanding desperate denials to the contrary, current developments have clearly demonstrated the deep divisions existing between the ruling Rajapakse regime and former Army commander Lt.Gen Sarath Fonseka.
In a controversial turn of events General Fonseka has submitted his resignation from the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) post held by him. It has been promptly accepted by President Rajapakse and is expected to come into effect from December 1st 2009.
President Mahinda Rajapaksa gestures as Army Commander Sarath Fonseka is seen in the background during an event to celebrate Sri Lanka’s 60th Independence Day in Colombo, Monday, Feb. 4, 2008-AP pic
It is widely believed that Sarath Fonseka after official retirement would plunge into politics and would contest against President Mahinda Rajapakse in the forthcoming presidential election.
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