Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa expressed his gratitude to the Saudi Arabian Government and all those who helped secure the reversal of the death sentence imposed on Sri Lankan engineer Anojan Sivarasa.
Premadasa said he was extremely pleased by the Saudi Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the sentence, describing it as a source of great relief.
He thanked the legal team, including President’s Counsel Faizer Mustapha and Upul Kumarapperuma, the Saudi Ambassador to Sri Lanka and others who contributed to the efforts.
He said he and his team had also made every possible effort to protect Sivarasa’s right to life.
Premadasa also extended his appreciation to the Saudi Supreme Court and the King of Saudi Arabia, expressing his respect and gratitude to everyone who played a role in securing the outcome.