But those hopes have not materialised. The recent arrest of defeated presidential candidate, Gen Sarath Fonseka, is seen by some as the latest example of intimidation of Mr Rajapaksa’s opponents. Analysts say the general has joined a growing list of people and organisations that have been targeted. During the presidential campaign they noticed a dramatic increase in threats to journalists and activists – especially those deemed to have supported Gen Fonseka. Demonstrations Some media employees and rights groups have protested, and there are fears the situation could get worse ahead of parliamentary elections in April. London-based human rights group Amnesty International has just compiled a…
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