The United Republic Front (URF) presented a proposal titled “A United Step for the Country” to President Ranil Wickremesinghe yesterday morning at ‘Sirikotha’, the United National Party (UNP) headquarters in Pita Kotte.
After engaging in discussions with the President, the leader of the URF, MP Patali Champika Ranawaka, along with the delegation, presented the proposals to the President.
President Wickremesinghe highlighted the Government’s concerted efforts over the past two years to stabilise the economy, which had faced significant challenges. Stressing the Government’s commitment to steering the economy towards recovery through strategic reforms, the President expressed his determination to continue these initiatives with the support of everyone.
Recalling his open invitation to all political parties to unite under a common agenda for the country, regardless of political differences, the President reiterated his willingness to embrace constructive proposals from all political parties as part of the nation-building efforts.
The President responded positively to the request by MP Ranawaka to permit other political parties to participate in the upcoming negotiations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) next month concerning the restructuring of foreign debt.
President Wickremesinghe, responding to queries about the scheduling of elections, affirmed that the Presidential Election will proceed as scheduled, with the General Election anticipated to take place early next year. United National Party Deputy Leader and President’s Senior Adviser on Climate Change, Ruwan Wijewardene, along with UNP General Secretary Palitha Range Bandara were also present. Representing the URF were Karu Paranavithana, Nishantha Sri Warnasinghe and Attorney-at-Law, Shiral Lakthilaka.
