Sri Lanka Elections: President Anura Kumara Elects New Defence Minister
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Published: Sep 23, 2024, 20:15 IST | Updated: Sep 23, 2024, 20:15 IST
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Sri Lanka has appointed a new Defence Secretary, Sampath, a veteran who served in the country’s civil war. Notably, he was previously blacklisted by the former government. This significant appointment marks a new chapter in Sri Lanka's defense leadership as the nation navigates its security challenges.
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