Post-Bail, Diplomatic Focus on Former President Ranil as Indian, Chinese Envoys Pay Visits

Colombo – Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Santosh Jah, met with former President Ranil Wickremesinghe at his private residence in Colombo yesterday (September 13). This marks the second high-profile visit by a foreign envoy to Mr. Wickremesinghe since he was granted bail in a case concerning the alleged misuse of state funds.

The meeting with the Indian High Commissioner follows a similar visit by the Chinese Ambassador, signaling that key international partners are maintaining contact with the former president. These diplomatic engagements are particularly noteworthy as they come shortly after a tumultuous period for Mr. Wickremesinghe.

In what was a historic event in Sri Lankan political history, the former president was recently arrested over allegations of financial misappropriation. Shortly after his arrest, Mr. Wickremesinghe was hospitalized due to health concerns. He was later released from custody after being granted bail by the court.

While the details of the discussions between High Commissioner Jah and the former president have not been disclosed, the back-to-back meetings with the top diplomats from India and China indicate that Mr. Wickremesinghe remains a significant figure in the eyes of the international community, despite his recent legal challenges. (NewsCenter)