Small parties within the Sri Lankan Freedom Party (SLFP) led coalition, the United People's Freedom Alliance (UPFA), who are opposed to the national unity government, have held talks about forming a common opposition, reported local papers.
"Discussions have been held by five political parties of UPFA represented in parliament on forming a common opposition," said the leader of the National Freedom Front (NFF), Wimal Weerawansa said.
The talks come after the Tamil National Alliance leader, R Sampanthan was appointed as the opposition leader.
The TNA, which holds 16 seats in Sri Lanka's 225-member parliament, is the third largest party on the island.
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"Discussions have been held by five political parties of UPFA represented in parliament on forming a common opposition," said the leader of the National Freedom Front (NFF), Wimal Weerawansa said.
The talks come after the Tamil National Alliance leader, R Sampanthan was appointed as the opposition leader.
The TNA, which holds 16 seats in Sri Lanka's 225-member parliament, is the third largest party on the island.
Related article: Tamil National Alliance head appointed leader of opposition in Sri Lanka (03 Sept 2015)