Colombo: Sri Lanka’s newly appointed Prime Minister Ranili Wickremesinghe The current economic crisis in the country was discussed with representatives of the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank on Sunday, as India delivered its 12th shipment of diesel fueled over 400,000 metric tonnes (MT) to the island nation, which is facing it. Worst economic crisis.
The Indian High Commission tweeted here, “12 shipments and over 400,000 metric tons of fuel!!
Sri Lanka is going through the worst economic crisis since independence in 1948. Severe shortage of foreign reserves has led to long queues for fuel, cooking gas and other essentials, while power cuts and hike in food prices have added to the misery of the people.
The economic crisis also led to a political crisis in Sri Lanka and calls for the resignation of the powerful Rajapaksa.
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa Dismissed his cabinet and appointed a youth cabinet in response to demands for his resignation. There has been a continuous sit-in in front of his secretariat for more than a month.
Wickremesinghe, 73 years old United National Party The (UNP) leader was on Thursday appointed as the 26th prime minister of Sri Lanka, as the country has had no government since becoming prime minister on Monday. Mahinda Rajapakse Resigned after violence erupted after his supporters attacked anti-government protesters.
On Sunday, Prime Minister Wickremesinghe said he discussed the current economic crisis in the country with representatives of the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank, and the discussions focused on supporting pharmaceutical, food and fertilizer supply issues.
In a statement, the Prime Minister said the meeting of two international financial institutions as well as the establishment of a foreign association for financial assistance have been discussed with foreign representatives.
Emphasizing that the talks have been positive, the Prime Minister said that the immediate challenge for the government is to get the funds needed to pay for the fuel requirements for the coming week.
He said that due to paucity of dollars in banks, the government is now looking at other options to raise the required funds.
Prime Minister Wickremesinghe also said that the 21st amendment to the constitution would be discussed on Monday as he received support from the former President Maithripala Sirisena-led SLFP in forming a government to tackle the country’s worst economic crisis.
He said the 21st amendment to the Constitution will be discussed on Monday and will be presented for approval.
SLFP President and former President Sirisena has written to Prime Minister Wickremesinghe saying that his party will support the formation of his government.
Wickremesinghe has also invited leaders of 10 parties who left the previous government to discuss the current political situation and said that he would make an appointment after meeting them.
Rajapaksa’s Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Party (SLPP) has extended its support to Wickremesinghe and almost all parties represented in the 225-member Parliament They have said that although they will not be on the side of Wickremesinghe’s government, they will support him in his effort to get Sri Lanka out of the current economic crisis.
Four ministers were appointed in the cabinet on Saturday but the opposition parties refused to join the all-party government.
Earlier on Sunday, engaged with the President Gotabaya Rajapakse Called upon all the MPs to unite and work immediately to solve the serious problems of the people amid the worst economic crisis of the country.
In his remarks on the occasion of Vesak Poya Day, the President said: “We must remain mindful of the current situation and unite around a program that can provide a just determination for all.”
Vesak Poya Day commemorates the birth, enlightenment and death of Lord Buddha. It is said that three events of his life happened on the same date.
“… Resilience is essential in difficult situations. At this juncture, when the country is in serious trouble, all public representatives on behalf of all citizens must work together immediately for a solution. The right goal should be to reach the desired goal. From the primary goal without being distracted,” he said.
Prime Minister Wickremesinghe also issued a message on the occasion, emphasizing that the commitment to restore people’s lives is a commitment made to Lord Buddha.
Stating that restraint and stability must be restored within Sri Lanka, the Prime Minister stressed that the Buddha’s Dhamma, which has the most valuable philosophical meaning, also serves as a practical state political guide.
Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa said in his message that Lord Buddha gave the message of making the world better through philanthropy rather than ambition, opportunism and selfishness.
He pointed out that the teachings of Lord Buddha can be applied in practice in modern life as well.
The Indian High Commission also extended its best wishes to all Sri Lankans on the occasion.
Meanwhile, in an unusual move, Wickremesinghe extended public support to the protesters, who have been camping at a popular beach here for more than a month, demanding the resignation of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa over the handling of the country’s worst economic crisis. are inserted.
The Indian High Commission tweeted here, “12 shipments and over 400,000 metric tons of fuel!!
Sri Lanka is going through the worst economic crisis since independence in 1948. Severe shortage of foreign reserves has led to long queues for fuel, cooking gas and other essentials, while power cuts and hike in food prices have added to the misery of the people.
The economic crisis also led to a political crisis in Sri Lanka and calls for the resignation of the powerful Rajapaksa.
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa Dismissed his cabinet and appointed a youth cabinet in response to demands for his resignation. There has been a continuous sit-in in front of his secretariat for more than a month.
Wickremesinghe, 73 years old United National Party The (UNP) leader was on Thursday appointed as the 26th prime minister of Sri Lanka, as the country has had no government since becoming prime minister on Monday. Mahinda Rajapakse Resigned after violence erupted after his supporters attacked anti-government protesters.
On Sunday, Prime Minister Wickremesinghe said he discussed the current economic crisis in the country with representatives of the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank, and the discussions focused on supporting pharmaceutical, food and fertilizer supply issues.
In a statement, the Prime Minister said the meeting of two international financial institutions as well as the establishment of a foreign association for financial assistance have been discussed with foreign representatives.
Emphasizing that the talks have been positive, the Prime Minister said that the immediate challenge for the government is to get the funds needed to pay for the fuel requirements for the coming week.
He said that due to paucity of dollars in banks, the government is now looking at other options to raise the required funds.
Prime Minister Wickremesinghe also said that the 21st amendment to the constitution would be discussed on Monday as he received support from the former President Maithripala Sirisena-led SLFP in forming a government to tackle the country’s worst economic crisis.
He said the 21st amendment to the Constitution will be discussed on Monday and will be presented for approval.
SLFP President and former President Sirisena has written to Prime Minister Wickremesinghe saying that his party will support the formation of his government.
Wickremesinghe has also invited leaders of 10 parties who left the previous government to discuss the current political situation and said that he would make an appointment after meeting them.
Rajapaksa’s Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Party (SLPP) has extended its support to Wickremesinghe and almost all parties represented in the 225-member Parliament They have said that although they will not be on the side of Wickremesinghe’s government, they will support him in his effort to get Sri Lanka out of the current economic crisis.
Four ministers were appointed in the cabinet on Saturday but the opposition parties refused to join the all-party government.
Earlier on Sunday, engaged with the President Gotabaya Rajapakse Called upon all the MPs to unite and work immediately to solve the serious problems of the people amid the worst economic crisis of the country.
In his remarks on the occasion of Vesak Poya Day, the President said: “We must remain mindful of the current situation and unite around a program that can provide a just determination for all.”
Vesak Poya Day commemorates the birth, enlightenment and death of Lord Buddha. It is said that three events of his life happened on the same date.
“… Resilience is essential in difficult situations. At this juncture, when the country is in serious trouble, all public representatives on behalf of all citizens must work together immediately for a solution. The right goal should be to reach the desired goal. From the primary goal without being distracted,” he said.
Prime Minister Wickremesinghe also issued a message on the occasion, emphasizing that the commitment to restore people’s lives is a commitment made to Lord Buddha.
Stating that restraint and stability must be restored within Sri Lanka, the Prime Minister stressed that the Buddha’s Dhamma, which has the most valuable philosophical meaning, also serves as a practical state political guide.
Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa said in his message that Lord Buddha gave the message of making the world better through philanthropy rather than ambition, opportunism and selfishness.
He pointed out that the teachings of Lord Buddha can be applied in practice in modern life as well.
The Indian High Commission also extended its best wishes to all Sri Lankans on the occasion.
Meanwhile, in an unusual move, Wickremesinghe extended public support to the protesters, who have been camping at a popular beach here for more than a month, demanding the resignation of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa over the handling of the country’s worst economic crisis. are inserted.