Sri Lanka: “I am Ready to Go Home if the People Decide”: PM Harini Amarasuriya Returns from Davos to Challenge Opposition
By Lions Roar Political Desk
COLOMBO, SRI LANKA (Friday, January 23, 2026) — Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has issued a bold challenge to the opposition, stating she is prepared to step down the moment the citizens of Sri Lanka decide a change in leadership is necessary.
The Prime Minister, who also holds the portfolios of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education, made these remarks in Parliament this afternoon shortly after returning from the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
🛬 From Davos to the Debating Chamber
Dr. Amarasuriya arrived back in the island early this morning and headed straight to Parliament to address ongoing political maneuvers by the opposition.
- Addressing the No-Confidence Motion: Rumors of a no-confidence motion have been circulating during her absence. The Prime Minister mocked the opposition’s hesitation, stating she had rushed back specifically to face the challenge.
- The Prime Minister’s Remarks: “They couldn’t remove the President, so at least they tried to remove the Prime Minister. I rushed back this morning just to face this no-confidence motion. I am waiting for it. Are they not bringing it? What a waste—we were ready for it.”
⚖️ Accountability to the People
In a defiant speech, Dr. Amarasuriya emphasized that her mandate comes from the public, not from parliamentary power plays.
“You don’t even need to bring a no-confidence motion. When the people of this country decide that the Prime Minister should change… we are ready to go home. We are accountable to the people of this country, and we will continue our work according to that responsibility.”
📊 Highlights: PM’s Return & Parliament Address
| Event | Details |
| International Mission | Participation in World Economic Forum 2026 (Davos, Switzerland) |
| Arrival in Sri Lanka | Morning of January 23, 2026 |
| Key Message | Ready to resign if the public loses confidence. |
| Response to Opposition | Challenged the opposition to stop delaying the no-confidence motion. |
💡 Context: A Global Presence
The Prime Minister’s participation in the 2026 Davos summit was seen as a key effort to attract foreign investment and modernize Sri Lanka’s education sector through global partnerships. Her immediate return to Parliament signals a government determined to maintain stability amidst domestic political pressure.
