US EditionSri Lankans’ fury forced the powerful Rajapaksa clan out. Now its heir is running for president
- An uprising ousted Sri Lanka's President, ending the Rajapaksa family's rule after over 12 years.
- Namal Rajapaksa, the son of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, is running for president, presenting himself as a change agent.
- Despite his efforts to distance from his family’s past, public opposition, especially among the Tamil community, is strong against his candidacy.
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Rajapaksa clan heir runs for Sri Lanka president after family forced out of power
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka — When an uprising ousted Sri Lanka's president, many saw it as the end of his powerful family's hold on the island nation after more than 12 years of rule. Now, as Sri Lanka prepares to elect a new leader, Namal Rajapaksa is running for president. The 38-year-old is the son of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa and the nephew of the ousted President Gotabaya Rajapaksa. Namal Rajapaksa is presenting himself as an agent of cha…
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Sri Lankans' fury forced the powerful Rajapaksa clan out. Now its heir is running for president
The man who is considered the heir apparent to the powerful Rajapaksa family in Sri Lanka will contest the presidential election next week.
Sri Lankans' Fury Forced The Powerful Rajapaksa Clan Out. Now Its Heir Is Running For President - The Independent
Sri Lankans' Fury Forced The Powerful Rajapaksa Clan Out. Now Its Heir Is Running For President - Read online for free. When an uprising ousted Sri Lanka's president, many saw it as the end of his powerful family’s hold on the island nation after more than 12 years of rule. Now, as Sri Lanka prepares to elect a new leader, Namal Rajapaksa is running for president. The
Sri Lankans ousted Rajapaksa clan, now heir runs for president
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