Sajith Premadasa, the leader of Samagi Jana Balawega, has been appointed as the leader of the opposition in the 10th parliament.
It is based on being the leader of the political party with the largest number of MPs representing the opposition.
President Anura Dissanayake had also informed the Parliament through an announcement that he would accept Mr. Sajith Premadasa as the leader of the opposition.
Mr. Sajith Premadasa also held the position of Leader of the Opposition in the Ninth Parliament.
