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Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
11. We have been able to reduce the span of the power cuts. We will also be able to eliminate the gas shortage once we receive the 7 Million LPG cylinders stocks for which a World Bank loan of USD 70 million and USD 20 million of our own reserves have been allocated. — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
10. On my request, Former speaker @KaruOnline has handed over his report on the newly proposed parliamentary committee system on Monday. I request SJB and JVP to attend parliament to expedite the passing of the 21st amendment and finalize the new parliamentary committee system. — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
9. The cabinet approved the 21st Amendment and the final draft will be presented to Parliament. Unfortunately the process will be delayed due to the boycott of parliament by the SJB & NPP. — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
8. A plan has been formulated to provide farmers with the necessary fertiliser for the next cultivation season. We will take steps to import rice under an Indian credit line and issue stocks to the market to ensure price controls. This will provide some relief to consumers. — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
7. Parallel to discussions, we are organizing a Credit Aid Conference led by India, Japan and China. We would be looking at resolving past conflicts and disagreements and fostering friendly relations once again. We hope to arrive at a general consensus on the lending processes — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
6. Representatives of the financial and legal advisory firms Lazard and Clifford Chance are now in Sri Lanka and the framework for debt repayment restructuring is being formulated. Next Monday, a team of representatives from the @USTreasury will arrive in Sri Lanka. — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
5. The main IMF team is in Sri Lanka and discussions are ongoing. We have concluded the initial discussions and we have exchanged ideas on various sectors such as public finance, finance, debt sustainability, stability of the banking sector and the social security network. — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
4. The new cabinet decided to revert back to the 2019 tax system and agreed to ensure a primary surplus in the National budget by 2025. — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
3. If Political parties have better, more practical and favorable plans they could present them in parliament. We are prepared to provide them with the necessary space and opportunity. — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
2. The first step is to arrive at an agreement with IMF to obtain an additional credit facility. Next is to go for an immediate programme to stabilize the economy & increase our export revenue. @CBSL , Treasury, relevant government officials & professionals have formulated a plan — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
1. Since I was sworn in as PM, I have been updating you on the real situation and measures we have been taking every 2 weeks. Some have ridiculed this while others have welcomed it. Whichever group you belong to we need to come together to rebuild our country. — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
I extend my sincere gratitude to the Australian Government for providing a USD 50 million development-assistance package to Sri Lanka. — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
I met with Australia's Minister of Home Affairs, Clare O'Neil today and we discussed the promotion of Australian investments and tourism in Sri Lanka. The Minister expressed Australia's continued support towards our efforts to stabilize the economy. — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
After several rounds of discussions with all parties, the final draft of the 21st amendment to Sri Lanka’s constitution received cabinet approval and is expected to be tabled in Parliament after being gazetted. — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
Today, I met the visiting IMF Team and commenced discussions. Looking forward to reaching a staff level agreement and finalizing the program soon. — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
Micro Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME) have been hit hardest by the economic crisis. Appreciate the timely dispersal of $120 million loan by US International Development Finance Corporation @DFCgov to help small & medium businesses in Sri Lanka to overcome immediate challenges. — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
It was a pleasure speaking to Secretary of State @SecBlinken today. I briefed him on the current economic situation and requested for our countries to work closer. He assured his support to further promote US investments in Sri Lanka upon the completion of IMF negotiations. — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
Spoke to @WFPChief of the @WFP today and invited him to visit Sri Lanka. He accepted my invitation and is planning to visit shortly. We appreciate all the support extended to us by the @WFP. — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
I met with the owners of Media Organizations and had an engaging conversation. I appealed to them for responsible reporting of the facts while holding the government accountable when required. Their support is important for us to navigate through this crisis together. https://t.co/yRlrmYtiwh — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
We appreciate the support of @AusHCSriLanka @UN and @CricketAus on this initiative. Sri Lankans are resilient and I assure you, we will bounce back stronger. — PolitiTweet.org
Australia in Sri Lanka and Maldives @AusHCSriLanka
Sri Lanka is currently going through a severe economic crisis. @UN has launched a flash appeal in 🇱🇰 to support com… https://t.co/80KvmOhyyL
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
I welcome the adoption of the Sri Lanka Electricity (amendment) bill. This allows rapid deployment of cost effective renewable energy to the grid. Thank you @kanchana_wij for his seeing this through. — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
I look forward to meeting the media owners today regarding the current situation. It is vital that we keep the citizens updated on the crisis and progress being made. I will meet the management teams of these organisations in the coming days. — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
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Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
12) Let’s set aside all differences, Let’s start a new journey. We will initiate the necessary constitutional reforms. We can start to change the system by thinking differently and acting differently. Let us unite and take full responsibility to restore the country to normalcy. — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
e) Enabling ownership of urban flats on concessionary basis by occupants who are currently renting them. f) We will take steps to provide available 1,888 apartments built by China to the deserving without any political influence. — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
d) Enable ownership of their lands by residents through guarantees like Swarnabhoomi and Mahawali schemes. We would have to overcome opposition from the Provincial Councils. — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
b) While the economy is in turmoil people are facing various hardships. We will increase relief packages to the economically backward from$350 million to $550 million. c) 100% of loans would be written off for farming families who cultivate paddy on lands less than 2 hectares. — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
11) The IMF has agreed that the budget should focus on the economically weaker segment of society. Some of the key areas the budget would be focusing on: a) 73% of households in a @WFP survey have reduced their food intake. Our food security plan would ensure 3 meals a day — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
10) The interim budget will reduce unnecessary government spending, while controlling other costs. We will also focus on revitalizing many areas affected by the crisis. There is an urgent need to focus on many sectors such as the export economy, tourism and construction — PolitiTweet.org
Ranil Wickremesinghe @RW_UNP
9) I will be presenting an interim budget to Parliament on the basis of our future economic plan and road map. Our hope is that this budget will lay the foundation for our economy, allowing it to stabilize and recover. — PolitiTweet.org
