In a compelling and thought-provoking interview on LMD TV, the digital video platform of Lanka Monthly Digest—one of Sri Lanka’s most respected business publications—Dr. Jehan Perera, Executive Director of the National Peace Council of Sri Lanka, shares critical insights on the country’s political transformation, anti-corruption drive, and the need for inclusive governance.

🗣️ "The most special feature of this government is that it is following the law, the rule of law, and most of the Constitution."

🗣️ "Any abuse of power is an abuse of power. Any crime is a crime."

🗣️ "The change has to come from somewhere—and the most important place for change to come is the top."

Dr. Jehan Perera highlights the shift in public perception, renewed institutional independence, and why “governance must be multiethnic” to ensure lasting peace and development. He also cautions against restrictive legislation targeting NGOs and emphasizes the urgent need to decentralize good governance practices across all levels of government.

This must-watch conversation explores:

• Sri Lanka’s progress post-economic crisis

• Efforts to rebuild public trust through accountability

• The importance of rule of law and checks & balances

• Challenges in tackling corruption at all levels

• The legacy of the Aragalaya movement

• The role of civil society and institutional integrity

👉 Watch the full interview here