Shalindra Fernando

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Shalindra Fernando (born 27 December 1984) is a prominent Sri Lankan politician. Notorious for his controversial policies, including his view on the Sinhala–Tamil ethnic crisis, he rose quickly up the ranks.[1] At such a young age, he was regarded as an unimportant figure on the world stage of politics. However, this did not deter him, and after he inherited the legacy from his grandfather, he became the leader the Sri Lankan People’s Party.[2]

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[edit] International Exposure

[edit] Strength

Spending much of his life abroad was seen as one of his greatest strengths. Many believed this would bring a much welcomed different perspective onto the Sri Lankan political scene. Born in Zambia, he spent much of his childhood protected from the hostilities occurring in Sri Lanka. Educated in the United Kingdom, he achieved outstanding success in his studies, with 6 A-Levels.[3] This was just a taste of some his future success, including being elected GM of Triumph International Sri Lanka. However, this resulted in a great stir amongst the supporters of his party due to the affiliations of the company with products considered inappropriate for such a reserved cultural country. This was furthered after a showcase in Mumbai, with many to have reported their anger.[4]

[edit] Weakness

Many have attacked his international experience, which was once believed to be his strength. He spent a lot of time in Stade, Germany. Due to this time away, he was criticized for the lack of time spent in the country for which his main responsibilities lay in. His agenda in Stade was due to political ties which his grandfather had.[5] His work experience with Jamahiriya News Agency (abbr. JANA), Libya's state news agency, are just a few more examples of his controversial international exposure.

[edit] References

  1. ^ Herath, R. B. (2006). Sri Lankan Ethnic Crisis: Towards a Resolution. Trafford Publishing. ISBN 1553697936. 
  2. ^ Moore, Mick (2007). The State and Peasant Politics in Sri Lanka. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. ISBN 0521047765. 
  3. ^ "Press Release", University of Nottingham. Retrieved on 2008-01-21. 
  4. ^ "TRIUMPH showcases latest collection in Mumbai", Daily Mirror. Retrieved on 2007-10-25. 
  5. ^ Prinz, Thomas. Die Geschichte der United National Party in Sri Lanka (Beitrage zur Sudasienforschung). Steiner Verlag Wiesbaden. ISBN 3515055673.