Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "The deal has to be renegotiated. Giving a small loan for investment is a different thing but giving a strategically important economic harbour is not acceptable. That we should have controlled,"

business-standard Monday, December 9, 2019 5:15:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "The Member States of SAARC are better positioned to provide the necessary safety networks to address major concerns such as security through forming effective alliances. The Region as a whole requires to forge new avenues of cooperation to steer the Organization to be more effective in addressing the emerging challenges," "I take this opportunity to reiterate Sri Lanka's firm commitment to SAARC and its objectives and remain confident of the determination of the governments and peoples of our region towards fostering stronger cooperation that is essential for peace, stability and economic prosperity in our region,"

srilankasource Monday, December 9, 2019 1:52:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We are eagerly waiting for your visit to Pakistan at your earliest.”

news-lk Sunday, December 8, 2019 7:54:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “The time has come to grant the opportunity for universities to prepare courses, after looking into the country’s requirements,”

sundaytimes Sunday, December 8, 2019 12:04:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "I believe that the Sri Lankan government must have control of all strategically important projects like Hambantota. The next generation will curse our generation for giving away precious assets otherwise,"

koreatimes Friday, December 6, 2019 11:47:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “Some of their suspicions were due to our ties with China, but that was a misunderstanding. We had a purely commercial agreement with China,”

jamaicaobserver Tuesday, December 3, 2019 9:13:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "The lackadaisical attitude towards national security prevailed during the previous administration led to the gradual collapse of the intelligence mechanism. As a result the spread of Islamic extremism could not be contained,"

colombopage Monday, December 2, 2019 9:19:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "Some of their suspicions were due to our ties with China, but that was a misunderstanding. We had a purely commercial agreement with China,"

asianage Monday, December 2, 2019 2:15:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “Look, the 13th Amendment is part of the Constitution and, is functional, except for some areas like control of police powers, which we can’t implement. I am willing to discuss alternatives to that”

news-lk Monday, December 2, 2019 7:58:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “Some of their suspicions were due to our ties with China, but that was a misunderstanding. We had a purely commercial agreement with China,”

gulf-times Monday, December 2, 2019 1:45:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “Some of their suspicions were due to our ties with China, but that was a misunderstanding. We had a purely commercial agreement with China,”

thedailystarBD Sunday, December 1, 2019 10:27:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “I want to tell India, Japan, Singapore and Australia and other countries to also come and invest in us,”

news-yahoo Sunday, December 1, 2019 7:30:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “The main issues India could have with us would be on (our relations) with China or Pakistan, but if we don’t do anything that creates suspicions amongst Indian authorities, there will not be any problem,” “The Chinese will take the Belt and Road Initiative all over unless other countries provide an alternative”

news-yahoo Sunday, December 1, 2019 7:30:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "Some of their suspicions were due to our ties with China, but that was a misunderstanding. We had a purely commercial agreement with China,"

dhakatribune Sunday, December 1, 2019 5:44:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “Some of their suspicions were due to our ties with China, but that was a misunderstanding. We had a purely commercial agreement with China,”

alarabiya-en Sunday, December 1, 2019 1:58:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "Some of their suspicions were due to our ties with China, but that was a misunderstanding. We had a purely commercial agreement with China,"

afp-en Sunday, December 1, 2019 12:23:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "As India emerges to be among the world’s growing economies, I discussed with the Prime Minister how Sri Lanka could benefit out of certain economic sectors where India is in a strong position. I thank the Prime Minister for his positive responses to many of the initiatives I proposed to enhance Sri Lanka’s economy"

island Sunday, December 1, 2019 12:00:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "The deal has to be renegotiated. Giving a small loan for investment is a different thing but giving a strategic important economic harbour is not acceptable. That we should have controlled,"

business-standard Saturday, November 30, 2019 7:43:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "We held fruitful talks. The focus was on security cooperation. We also focused on economic cooperation,"

outlookindia Saturday, November 30, 2019 4:55:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "I want to take ties with India to a very high level,"

globalsecurity Saturday, November 30, 2019 8:46:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse saying : "India is fully committed to the development of Sri Lanka"

globalsecurity Saturday, November 30, 2019 8:46:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “The discussions were extremely cordial and re-assuring. Security of our two countries took priority. India has always assisted Sri Lanka to enhance its capabilities in intelligence and counter terrorism. And we look forward to continued support in this regard,”

asiantribune Saturday, November 30, 2019 5:40:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “The discussions were extremely cordial and re-assuring. Security of our two countries took priority. India has always assisted Sri Lanka to enhance its capabilities in intelligence and counter terrorism. And we look forward to continued support in this regard, ”

asiantribune Saturday, November 30, 2019 5:40:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "I want to thank him for offering a fifty million dollar line of credit to enhance the capabilities of the intelligence agencies."

srilankasource Saturday, November 30, 2019 5:39:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse told : “During my tenure as president, I want to bring the relationship between India and Sri Lanka to a very high level. We have a long-standing relationship historically as well as politically,”

tamilnet Friday, November 29, 2019 10:39:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said ( about India Ocean ) : "We will continue to work with India to ensure that the Indian Ocean Region is a zone of peace,"

business-standard Friday, November 29, 2019 7:28:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said ( about Narendra Modi ) : "I would avail this opportunity to invite Prime Minister Modi to visit us as the first head of the government since my election as the President of Sri Lanka,"

business-standard Friday, November 29, 2019 7:28:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "We (PM Modi and President Rajapaksa) discussed in length the fishermen issue. We will take steps to release the boats belonging to India in our custody,"

news-yahoo-in Friday, November 29, 2019 7:11:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “I want to take ties with India to a very high level,”

voanews-sw Friday, November 29, 2019 6:50:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse saying : “India is fully committed to the development of Sri Lanka”

voanews-sw Friday, November 29, 2019 6:50:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said ( about India Ocean ) : "We will continue to work with India to ensure that the Indian Ocean Region is a zone of peace,"

news18 Friday, November 29, 2019 6:02:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said ( about Narendra Modi ) : "I would avail this opportunity to invite Prime Minister Modi to visit us as the first head of the government since my election as the President of Sri Lanka,"

news18 Friday, November 29, 2019 6:02:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said ( about Narendra Modi ) : “Prime Minister Sri Narendra Modi and I discussed several important issues this morning. The discussions were extremely cordial and reassuring,”

adaderana Friday, November 29, 2019 3:17:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said ( about Narendra Modi ) : “I thank Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the aid and hope that it will help to boost our intelligence and counter-terror capabilities,”

newindianexpress Friday, November 29, 2019 2:14:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "During my tenure as president, I want to bring the relationship between India and Sri Lanka to a very high level. We have a long-standing relationship historically as well as politically,"

news18 Friday, November 29, 2019 12:45:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said ( about India Ocean ) : "Sri Lanka and India will work closely to ensure Indian Ocean remains a zone of peace,"

Hindu Friday, November 29, 2019 12:22:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “During my tenure as president, I want to bring the relationship between India and Sri Lanka to a very high level. We have a long-standing relationship historically as well as politically,”

Hindu Friday, November 29, 2019 12:22:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We need to work together for the benefit of the people of India and Sri Lanka,”

Hindu Friday, November 29, 2019 12:22:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "It is my first overseas visit after assuming duties as a president of Sri Lanka. I want to express my gratitude to the India government to the President and the Prime Minister," "My expectations are very high. As my tenure as the President, I want to take the relationship between Sri Lanka and India to a higher level. We have of course long-standing friendship--historically culturally and politically. We need to work together for economic development and security of our people,"

asianage Friday, November 29, 2019 11:25:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “During my tenure as president, I want to bring the relationship between India and Sri Lanka to a very high level. We have a long-standing relationship historically as well as politically,”

thehindu Friday, November 29, 2019 10:16:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We need to work together for the benefit of the people of India and Sri Lanka,”

thehindu Friday, November 29, 2019 10:16:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "During my tenure as president, I want to bring the relationship between India and Sri Lanka to a very high level. We have a long-standing relationship historically as well as politically,"

economictimes Friday, November 29, 2019 10:06:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "We need to work together for the benefit of the people of India and Sri Lanka,"

economictimes Friday, November 29, 2019 10:06:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We understand the importance of Indian concerns. We cannot engage in any activity which will threaten the security of India. That we know. We are in the region and India is a big power, is a big country”

arabnews Friday, November 29, 2019 12:48:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse declared : “We don’t want to get in between the power struggle of superpowers or world powers so, basically, we want to work with all the countries and we don’t want to do anything which will harm any other country”

asiantribune Thursday, November 28, 2019 10:12:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "These positions should not be treated as privileges, these are all positions to fulfil our manifesto promises and implement our work for the betterment of people,"

news18 Wednesday, November 27, 2019 9:55:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "These positions should not be treated as privileges, these are all positions to fulfil our manifesto promises and implement our work for the betterment of people,"

newindianexpress Wednesday, November 27, 2019 3:51:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "These positions should not be treated as privileges, these are all positions to fulfil our manifesto promises and implement our work for the betterment of people,"

business-standard Wednesday, November 27, 2019 3:13:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse claimed : “War is not a rosy thing,” “And everything doesn’t go very smoothly, you know. But we are a poor country, you know. We are a lesser power. So our things are highlighted more. The big powers can cover-up”

tamilguardian Tuesday, November 26, 2019 4:25:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "We are not afraid to see this as a mistake, even though China is a friend of ours and they are aiding our development,"

slmuslims Tuesday, November 26, 2019 9:59:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We will work with India as a friendly country and won’t do anything that will harm India’s interests,”

asianage Tuesday, November 26, 2019 8:25:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We want investments to help us but we will not do anything to get involved in military and geo-political rivalry,”

asianage Tuesday, November 26, 2019 8:25:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We have already rejected that, as a party we have rejected that agreement and in public we have rejected that. ... On this issue, our policies and the present government policies are far apart. We have to move forward, we have to forget about hanging on to old allegations and all that”

tamilguardian Tuesday, November 26, 2019 4:31:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "We will work with India as a friendly country and won't do anything that will harm India's interests,"

firstpost Monday, November 25, 2019 9:36:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "We want investments to help us but we will not do anything to get involved in military and geo-political rivalry,"

firstpost Monday, November 25, 2019 9:36:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "We will work with India as a friendly country and won't do anything that will harm India's interests,"

business-standard Monday, November 25, 2019 5:12:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "We want investments to help us but we will not do anything to get involved in military and geo-political rivalry,"

business-standard Monday, November 25, 2019 5:12:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We will work with India as a friendly country and won’t do anything that will harm India’s interests,”

financialexpress Monday, November 25, 2019 5:11:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We want investments to help us but we will not do anything to get involved in military and geo-political rivalry,”

financialexpress Monday, November 25, 2019 5:11:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "We will work with India as a friendly country and won't do anything that will harm India's interests,"

timesofindia Monday, November 25, 2019 4:54:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "We want investments to help us but we will not do anything to get involved in military and geo-political rivalry,"

timesofindia Monday, November 25, 2019 4:54:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We will work with India as a friendly country and won’t do anything that will harm India’s interests,”

Hindu Monday, November 25, 2019 3:47:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We want investments to help us but we will not do anything to get involved in military and geo-political rivalry,”

Hindu Monday, November 25, 2019 3:47:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We want experienced and qualified people to head these organisations. We want them turned around so that they can become contributors to the economy, not loss-making burdens to the Treasury,”

srilankamirror Monday, November 25, 2019 2:04:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “I look forward to strengthening our friendship”

expressindia Sunday, November 24, 2019 5:30:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : ”I promise to establish a state administration that ensures the rule of law and social justice. My administration will also be corruption free. As I promised in my manifesto, when tasks are assigned, priority will be given to those with abilities and knowledge. The government must always set an example to the society. Professionalism, and efficiency should be the cornerstones of government administration. Meritocracy and technocracy should be promoted at all times.Corruption will never be tolerated under my administration”

sundaytimes Sunday, November 24, 2019 1:55:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “I look forward to strengthening our friendship”

expressindia Saturday, November 23, 2019 11:09:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse disse : "Sou consciente de ser também o presidente dos que não votaram em mim"

uol Sunday, November 17, 2019 6:25:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse disse : "Vamos celebrar com tranquilidade, dignidade e disciplina. E vamos nos lembrar de que todos os cidadãos devem ser incluídos nesta nova aventura"

g1-globo Sunday, November 17, 2019 3:17:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "The deal has to be renegotiated. Giving a small loan for investment is a different thing but giving a strategically important economic harbour is not acceptable. That we should have controlled,"

business-standard Monday, December 9, 2019 5:15:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "The Member States of SAARC are better positioned to provide the necessary safety networks to address major concerns such as security through forming effective alliances. The Region as a whole requires to forge new avenues of cooperation to steer the Organization to be more effective in addressing the emerging challenges," "I take this opportunity to reiterate Sri Lanka's firm commitment to SAARC and its objectives and remain confident of the determination of the governments and peoples of our region towards fostering stronger cooperation that is essential for peace, stability and economic prosperity in our region,"

srilankasource Monday, December 9, 2019 1:52:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We are eagerly waiting for your visit to Pakistan at your earliest.”

news-lk Sunday, December 8, 2019 7:54:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “The time has come to grant the opportunity for universities to prepare courses, after looking into the country’s requirements,”

sundaytimes Sunday, December 8, 2019 12:04:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "I believe that the Sri Lankan government must have control of all strategically important projects like Hambantota. The next generation will curse our generation for giving away precious assets otherwise,"

koreatimes Friday, December 6, 2019 11:47:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “Some of their suspicions were due to our ties with China, but that was a misunderstanding. We had a purely commercial agreement with China,”

jamaicaobserver Tuesday, December 3, 2019 9:13:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "The lackadaisical attitude towards national security prevailed during the previous administration led to the gradual collapse of the intelligence mechanism. As a result the spread of Islamic extremism could not be contained,"

colombopage Monday, December 2, 2019 9:19:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "Some of their suspicions were due to our ties with China, but that was a misunderstanding. We had a purely commercial agreement with China,"

asianage Monday, December 2, 2019 2:15:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “Look, the 13th Amendment is part of the Constitution and, is functional, except for some areas like control of police powers, which we can’t implement. I am willing to discuss alternatives to that”

news-lk Monday, December 2, 2019 7:58:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “Some of their suspicions were due to our ties with China, but that was a misunderstanding. We had a purely commercial agreement with China,”

gulf-times Monday, December 2, 2019 1:45:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “Some of their suspicions were due to our ties with China, but that was a misunderstanding. We had a purely commercial agreement with China,”

thedailystarBD Sunday, December 1, 2019 10:27:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “I want to tell India, Japan, Singapore and Australia and other countries to also come and invest in us,”

news-yahoo Sunday, December 1, 2019 7:30:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “The main issues India could have with us would be on (our relations) with China or Pakistan, but if we don’t do anything that creates suspicions amongst Indian authorities, there will not be any problem,” “The Chinese will take the Belt and Road Initiative all over unless other countries provide an alternative”

news-yahoo Sunday, December 1, 2019 7:30:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "Some of their suspicions were due to our ties with China, but that was a misunderstanding. We had a purely commercial agreement with China,"

dhakatribune Sunday, December 1, 2019 5:44:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “Some of their suspicions were due to our ties with China, but that was a misunderstanding. We had a purely commercial agreement with China,”

alarabiya-en Sunday, December 1, 2019 1:58:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "Some of their suspicions were due to our ties with China, but that was a misunderstanding. We had a purely commercial agreement with China,"

afp-en Sunday, December 1, 2019 12:23:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "As India emerges to be among the world’s growing economies, I discussed with the Prime Minister how Sri Lanka could benefit out of certain economic sectors where India is in a strong position. I thank the Prime Minister for his positive responses to many of the initiatives I proposed to enhance Sri Lanka’s economy"

island Sunday, December 1, 2019 12:00:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "The deal has to be renegotiated. Giving a small loan for investment is a different thing but giving a strategic important economic harbour is not acceptable. That we should have controlled,"

business-standard Saturday, November 30, 2019 7:43:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "We held fruitful talks. The focus was on security cooperation. We also focused on economic cooperation,"

outlookindia Saturday, November 30, 2019 4:55:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "I want to take ties with India to a very high level,"

globalsecurity Saturday, November 30, 2019 8:46:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse saying : "India is fully committed to the development of Sri Lanka"

globalsecurity Saturday, November 30, 2019 8:46:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “The discussions were extremely cordial and re-assuring. Security of our two countries took priority. India has always assisted Sri Lanka to enhance its capabilities in intelligence and counter terrorism. And we look forward to continued support in this regard,”

asiantribune Saturday, November 30, 2019 5:40:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “The discussions were extremely cordial and re-assuring. Security of our two countries took priority. India has always assisted Sri Lanka to enhance its capabilities in intelligence and counter terrorism. And we look forward to continued support in this regard, ”

asiantribune Saturday, November 30, 2019 5:40:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "I want to thank him for offering a fifty million dollar line of credit to enhance the capabilities of the intelligence agencies."

srilankasource Saturday, November 30, 2019 5:39:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse told : “During my tenure as president, I want to bring the relationship between India and Sri Lanka to a very high level. We have a long-standing relationship historically as well as politically,”

tamilnet Friday, November 29, 2019 10:39:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said ( about India Ocean ) : "We will continue to work with India to ensure that the Indian Ocean Region is a zone of peace,"

business-standard Friday, November 29, 2019 7:28:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said ( about Narendra Modi ) : "I would avail this opportunity to invite Prime Minister Modi to visit us as the first head of the government since my election as the President of Sri Lanka,"

business-standard Friday, November 29, 2019 7:28:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "We (PM Modi and President Rajapaksa) discussed in length the fishermen issue. We will take steps to release the boats belonging to India in our custody,"

news-yahoo-in Friday, November 29, 2019 7:11:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “I want to take ties with India to a very high level,”

voanews-sw Friday, November 29, 2019 6:50:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse saying : “India is fully committed to the development of Sri Lanka”

voanews-sw Friday, November 29, 2019 6:50:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said ( about India Ocean ) : "We will continue to work with India to ensure that the Indian Ocean Region is a zone of peace,"

news18 Friday, November 29, 2019 6:02:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said ( about Narendra Modi ) : "I would avail this opportunity to invite Prime Minister Modi to visit us as the first head of the government since my election as the President of Sri Lanka,"

news18 Friday, November 29, 2019 6:02:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said ( about Narendra Modi ) : “Prime Minister Sri Narendra Modi and I discussed several important issues this morning. The discussions were extremely cordial and reassuring,”

adaderana Friday, November 29, 2019 3:17:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said ( about Narendra Modi ) : “I thank Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the aid and hope that it will help to boost our intelligence and counter-terror capabilities,”

newindianexpress Friday, November 29, 2019 2:14:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "During my tenure as president, I want to bring the relationship between India and Sri Lanka to a very high level. We have a long-standing relationship historically as well as politically,"

news18 Friday, November 29, 2019 12:45:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said ( about India Ocean ) : "Sri Lanka and India will work closely to ensure Indian Ocean remains a zone of peace,"

Hindu Friday, November 29, 2019 12:22:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “During my tenure as president, I want to bring the relationship between India and Sri Lanka to a very high level. We have a long-standing relationship historically as well as politically,”

Hindu Friday, November 29, 2019 12:22:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We need to work together for the benefit of the people of India and Sri Lanka,”

Hindu Friday, November 29, 2019 12:22:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "It is my first overseas visit after assuming duties as a president of Sri Lanka. I want to express my gratitude to the India government to the President and the Prime Minister," "My expectations are very high. As my tenure as the President, I want to take the relationship between Sri Lanka and India to a higher level. We have of course long-standing friendship--historically culturally and politically. We need to work together for economic development and security of our people,"

asianage Friday, November 29, 2019 11:25:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “During my tenure as president, I want to bring the relationship between India and Sri Lanka to a very high level. We have a long-standing relationship historically as well as politically,”

thehindu Friday, November 29, 2019 10:16:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We need to work together for the benefit of the people of India and Sri Lanka,”

thehindu Friday, November 29, 2019 10:16:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "During my tenure as president, I want to bring the relationship between India and Sri Lanka to a very high level. We have a long-standing relationship historically as well as politically,"

economictimes Friday, November 29, 2019 10:06:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "We need to work together for the benefit of the people of India and Sri Lanka,"

economictimes Friday, November 29, 2019 10:06:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We understand the importance of Indian concerns. We cannot engage in any activity which will threaten the security of India. That we know. We are in the region and India is a big power, is a big country”

arabnews Friday, November 29, 2019 12:48:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse declared : “We don’t want to get in between the power struggle of superpowers or world powers so, basically, we want to work with all the countries and we don’t want to do anything which will harm any other country”

asiantribune Thursday, November 28, 2019 10:12:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "These positions should not be treated as privileges, these are all positions to fulfil our manifesto promises and implement our work for the betterment of people,"

news18 Wednesday, November 27, 2019 9:55:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "These positions should not be treated as privileges, these are all positions to fulfil our manifesto promises and implement our work for the betterment of people,"

newindianexpress Wednesday, November 27, 2019 3:51:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "These positions should not be treated as privileges, these are all positions to fulfil our manifesto promises and implement our work for the betterment of people,"

business-standard Wednesday, November 27, 2019 3:13:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse claimed : “War is not a rosy thing,” “And everything doesn’t go very smoothly, you know. But we are a poor country, you know. We are a lesser power. So our things are highlighted more. The big powers can cover-up”

tamilguardian Tuesday, November 26, 2019 4:25:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "We are not afraid to see this as a mistake, even though China is a friend of ours and they are aiding our development,"

slmuslims Tuesday, November 26, 2019 9:59:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We will work with India as a friendly country and won’t do anything that will harm India’s interests,”

asianage Tuesday, November 26, 2019 8:25:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We want investments to help us but we will not do anything to get involved in military and geo-political rivalry,”

asianage Tuesday, November 26, 2019 8:25:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We have already rejected that, as a party we have rejected that agreement and in public we have rejected that. ... On this issue, our policies and the present government policies are far apart. We have to move forward, we have to forget about hanging on to old allegations and all that”

tamilguardian Tuesday, November 26, 2019 4:31:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "We will work with India as a friendly country and won't do anything that will harm India's interests,"

firstpost Monday, November 25, 2019 9:36:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "We want investments to help us but we will not do anything to get involved in military and geo-political rivalry,"

firstpost Monday, November 25, 2019 9:36:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "We will work with India as a friendly country and won't do anything that will harm India's interests,"

business-standard Monday, November 25, 2019 5:12:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "We want investments to help us but we will not do anything to get involved in military and geo-political rivalry,"

business-standard Monday, November 25, 2019 5:12:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We will work with India as a friendly country and won’t do anything that will harm India’s interests,”

financialexpress Monday, November 25, 2019 5:11:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We want investments to help us but we will not do anything to get involved in military and geo-political rivalry,”

financialexpress Monday, November 25, 2019 5:11:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "We will work with India as a friendly country and won't do anything that will harm India's interests,"

timesofindia Monday, November 25, 2019 4:54:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : "We want investments to help us but we will not do anything to get involved in military and geo-political rivalry,"

timesofindia Monday, November 25, 2019 4:54:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We will work with India as a friendly country and won’t do anything that will harm India’s interests,”

Hindu Monday, November 25, 2019 3:47:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We want investments to help us but we will not do anything to get involved in military and geo-political rivalry,”

Hindu Monday, November 25, 2019 3:47:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “We want experienced and qualified people to head these organisations. We want them turned around so that they can become contributors to the economy, not loss-making burdens to the Treasury,”

srilankamirror Monday, November 25, 2019 2:04:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “I look forward to strengthening our friendship”

expressindia Sunday, November 24, 2019 5:30:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : ”I promise to establish a state administration that ensures the rule of law and social justice. My administration will also be corruption free. As I promised in my manifesto, when tasks are assigned, priority will be given to those with abilities and knowledge. The government must always set an example to the society. Professionalism, and efficiency should be the cornerstones of government administration. Meritocracy and technocracy should be promoted at all times.Corruption will never be tolerated under my administration”

sundaytimes Sunday, November 24, 2019 1:55:00 AM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse said : “I look forward to strengthening our friendship”

expressindia Saturday, November 23, 2019 11:09:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse disse : "Sou consciente de ser também o presidente dos que não votaram em mim"

uol Sunday, November 17, 2019 6:25:00 PM EAT

Gotabhaya Rajapakse disse : "Vamos celebrar com tranquilidade, dignidade e disciplina. E vamos nos lembrar de que todos os cidadãos devem ser incluídos nesta nova aventura"

g1-globo Sunday, November 17, 2019 3:17:00 PM EAT