Former Air Force Commander, Air Chief Marshal Donald Perera recorded a statement with the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) yesterday (15) in connection with the ongoing investigation into the controversial MiG fighter aircraft deal. 

Perera appeared before the FCID pursuant to a summons issued as part of the investigation. Perera was summoned to provide information regarding the procurement and financial arrangements surrounding the purchase of MiG fighter aircraft by Sri Lanka and the controversial transaction.

Meanwhile, former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa also provided a statement to the FCID in connection with the same investigation. Rajapaksa arrived at the FCID on 11 September after being summoned to provide information regarding the MiG fighter jet purchase transaction. He remained at the FCID for several hours while providing his statement to investigators.