President of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari felicitated President Mahinda Rajapaksa Wednesday (21) on the resounding victory of the United People’s Freedom Alliance in the recently held Parliamentary Elections.

President Zardari in a message conveyed congratulations to his Sri Lankan counterpart and said the election results testify to the great trust the people of Sri Lanka repose in his able leadership.

He expressed confidence that the traditional close relations between the two countries would continue to gain strength in the days to come.

He also conveyed best wishes for President Rajapaksa’s good health and the continued progress and prosperity of the people of Sri Lanka, quoting the Pakistan President, APP reported.