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Sri Lanka will be the vibrant nation in Asia - President
Mon, Jan 11, 2010, 06:29 pm SL Time, ColomboPage News Desk, Sri Lanka.
Jan 11, Colombo: President Mahinda Rajapaksa addressing a gathering packed to capacity at the BMICH to mark the release of his election manifesto titled "Mahinda Chinthana - extended Version" pledged to build a strong and healthy society and make Sri Lanka the most vibrant nation in Asia.
The President emphasized that a vote for the Betel Leaf at the Presidential election would be a vote to ensure the freedom of this nation and the people.
The Head of State said that he took over a torch burning at both ends in 2005 as terrorism was at its' peak and the nation divided by a controversial ceasefire agreement."Many though I could not face those challenges.The hope I had was the trust of the people and my self - confidence", said the President.