THE ENIGMA OF LASITH RAJAPAKSA: SRI LANKA'S POLITICAL HEAVYWEIGHT

Lasith Rajapaksa emerges/stands out/ascends as a prominent figure/personality/force in Sri Lankan politics. His clout/influence/grip on the political landscape is undeniable, stemming from his family/ancestry/heritage's deep roots/connections/ties within the nation's establishment/power structures/elite. While some view him as a visionary leader/s