ICCSL urges Govt. to focus on development agenda

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The International Chamber of Commerce Sri Lanka (ICCSL), in a statement, urged the new Cabinet to focus on the development agenda.

“The ICCSL is grateful to the President, Prime Minister, the Speaker, and political leaders for restoring normalcy, and urges all parties concerned to work towards a common development agenda. The patience of the Sri Lankan people was tested during this period, and it is the responsibility of the Government now to deliver on the promises made not just to the people of Sri Lanka, but to the international donors as well,” the statement issued by ICCSL Chairman Dinesh Weerakkody said.

“The restoration of the confidence of the international community is crucial to all our future development efforts. The Government should focus on creating a stable policy and business environment that will promote a credible investment atmosphere while benefitting all Sri Lankans at every level.”

“We urge all stakeholders now to work together, putting aside their differences, and make a serious effort to uplift the lives of the people of this country,” Weerakkody added.

The ICCSL is the domestic chapter of the Paris-based international business organisation, the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC). It has a global network of over six million members in more than 100 countries.