Sri Lanka must earn the world’s trust to compete in global economy – Sagala

Senior Advisor on National Security to the President and Chief of the Presidential Staff Sagala Ratnayaka emphasised the importance of gaining the trust of the global community tocompete in the international economy.

He highlighted that Sri Lanka should adopt international standard laws and regulations and manage its economy accordingly to align with the global economy.

These remarks were made by Ratnayaka during a ceremony held at the Royal College Auditorium in Colombo yesterday (21). At this event, solar power systems sponsored by the Chinese Government were distributed to selected religious shrines and elderly care homes, cricket equipment kits were provided to chosen schools and school bags were distributed to selected students.

A Buddhist monk receives a solar panel from Chinese Ambassador Qi Zhenhong. Pictures by Rukmal Gamage.

Ratnayaka stressed that transparent economic management would instill confidence in international investors, encouraging them to invest in countries with stable economies. He underlined the government’s responsibility to create a secure environment for investors and noted the President’s commitment to this endeavour. He also emphasised that citizens should act in ways that reinforce investor confidence.

Ratnayaka mentioned that the President has pledged to transform Sri Lanka into a developed country by 2048 and initiate environmentally friendly (NEX-0) programmes by 2050 to reduce toxic emissions. He called on citizens to contribute to these programmes.

The event was attended by Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera, Chinese Ambassador to Sri Lanka Qi Zhenhong, the Principal of Royal College Colombo, members of the Leo Society, teachers and students from Royal College.

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