Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa has emphasized the urgent need for stronger regional cooperation in South Asia, highlighting India’s central role in ensuring long‑term peace and stability.
Speaking on recent global and regional security developments, Rajapaksa noted that political turmoil in Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka, often fueled by extremist elements, underscores the importance of collective action.
“In recent years, Bangladesh, Nepal and Sri Lanka have experienced periods of political turmoil, marked by public unrest and changes in government. At times, these disruptions have been supported and promoted by extremist elements. Addressing these challenges requires a collective commitment to counter extremism, prevent political violence, and safeguard minority rights. As such, South Asia requires greater regional coherence to withstand emerging crises and respond collectively to shared challenges. In this context, India’s leadership is central to maintaining long-term peace and stability in the region,” he said in a statement on ‘X’.
Rajapaksa added that upcoming elections in Bangladesh and Nepal offer an opportunity to reaffirm democratic legitimacy, strengthen regional security, and project South Asia’s influence internationally through unity and shared goals of growth and stability.
“With aligned goals focused on growth and stability, South Asia as a whole can project greater influence internationally, and in that process, regional unity remains crucial for long-term peace and coherence. The upcoming elections in Bangladesh and Nepal present a hopeful opportunity to reaffirm democratic legitimacy through free and fair elections that will contribute to further strengthening regional security,” he added. (Newswire)
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