Monday Dec 23, 2024
Monday Dec 23, 2024
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The British High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Andrew Patrick on Friday said that the Government should be commended for the progress it has made in terms of economic stabilisation in the short period since coming to power.
He points out that it is observed that the country is moving in the right economic direction.
The High Commissioner made this statement during a meeting with the Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning, Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma, at the Ministry of Finance.
The two sides had cordial discussions. Dr. Suriyapperuma explained the current economic situation and future plans to the High Commissioner.
The High Commissioner, who said that he was ready to provide maximum support for the export of Sri Lankan goods to the British market, said that a group of businessmen are ready to visit Sri Lanka early next year with the aim of identifying business opportunities.
Patrick further stated that there is high potential in the country’s market for organic agricultural exports and that there is room in the country’s market for various products such as garments, agricultural products and natural beauty products.
He noted that British nationals occupy a prominent place among tourists visiting the country and that a large amount of foreign exchange is received into the country through this.
The High Commissioner, who praised the International Sovereign Bond (ISB) restructuring process and the way the International Monetary Fund (IMF) program is being implemented, appreciated the progress made by Sri Lanka in stabilising the economy in the short term.
