⚖️ Ex-SriLankan CEO Alleges Duress in Airbus Bribery Probe ⚖️

Former SriLankan Airlines CEO Kapila Chandrasena has filed an affidavit claiming his statement to the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) was obtained under intimidation. • The Allegations: Chandrasena claims officials coerced him into naming former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, MP Namal Rajapaksa, and others in connection to illegal payments. • Financial Claims: CIABOC previously submitted to court that Chandrasena admitted to paying Rs. 60 million to the former President and Rs. 20 million to the former Civil Aviation Minister from Airbus transaction funds. • Current Status: Chandrasena, arrested for allegedly soliciting a US$ 2 million bribe, has been remanded until April 2, 2026. • Defense Position: The affidavit asserts he was denied legal counsel during the recording and was threatened with arrest unless he implicated specific political figures. _Note: This summary is based on provisional court submissions and legal filings._