The Statement: “The Baha’i community of Sri Lanka would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Your Excellency on becoming the seventh Executive President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka. “We are confident Your Excellency will pave the way to constructive change with great resilience and a passion for progress.

Further, we are confident Your Excellency will promulgate the spirit of oneness, labour for the elimination of prejudices, strive for the equality of men and women, and thrive countless communities across the island.“Rest assured of the prayers from the community on your behalf. We look forward to welcoming you as our President.”