COSMOS UK’s message to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake

The Council of Sri Lankan Muslim Organisations (COSMOS UK) has extended its congratulations to Anura Kumara Dissanayake on his election as the 9th Executive President of Sri Lanka. 

Issuing a statement, COSMOS UK said President Dissanayake’s historic victory heralds a new chapter in the country’s history and represents people’s desire for change, a credible political culture, good governance and social justice. 

COSMOS UK further said it believes that, at this challenging time, Sri Lanka requires a transformative leader who can unite the nation, rebuild trust, and pave the way towards a more inclusive and prosperous future. “The election of President Dissanayake is therefore seen as a timely and promising development,” it said.

COSMOS UK went on to note that it is confident that the Sri Lankan diaspora can make significant contributions to the healing and rebuilding of the nation, adding “As an organisation dedicated to fostering unity and collaboration within the Sri Lankan diaspora in the UK, COSMOS UK is committed to offering its support during this critical period of transformation. We stand ready to collaborate on initiatives that promote peace, economic recovery, and social harmony on the road to recovery.

“The Quran states, “Cooperate with one another in goodness and righteousness” – (Qur’an 5:2).”

(The Council of Sri Lankan Muslim Organisations -UK (COSMOS UK) is a prominent organisation representing the interests and welfare of the Sri Lankan Muslim community in the United Kingdom. COSMOS UK is committed to fostering unity, promoting cultural heritage, and advancing the socio-economic well-being of its members.)