A discussion between Fisheries Minister Douglas Devananda and President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s International Environmental Adviser and the Peace Envoy who was appointed by the Norwegian Government to build peace in Sri Lanka during the war between the LTTE and the Armed Forces, Erik Solheim was held in Colombo on Wednesday (1). During the meeting, the current political situation of Sri Lanka was discussed.
The Minister stated that President Wickremesinghe is the only leader who can provide a solution to the economic and political crisis faced by Sri Lanka, and he is a person with internationally recognized political leadership and that he is dedicated to provide a proper solution to the unique problems of Tamil speaking people of this country.
The Minister also stated that 28 years ago he had pointed out to Erik Solheim that peace cannot be achieved through violence and by continuing to lead the country, President Ranil Wickremesinghe would be able to lead the country towards rapid economic development and to bring out solutions to the issues of Tamil Speaking people and other communities as well.
After his political analysis, the Minister requested Erik Solheim to provide the maximum support of the Norwegian Government to the Fishing community in this country. The Minister especially requested to take measures to provide the required latest technology and fishing appliances to develop the livelihood of the fishing community of the country.
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