January 15, Colombo (LNW): A pivotal phase of discussions is set to begin as a six-member delegation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) arrives to engage with key institutions and authorities regarding Sri Lanka’s economic program.
State Finance Minister Shehan Semasinghe confirmed the visit of the IMF delegation, emphasizing that the discussions would involve crucial stakeholders such as the Central Bank, the Electricity Board, and the Ministry of Finance itself.
Minister Semasinghe provided insight into the agenda, stating that the primary focus of the meetings would be to “further strengthen the IMF-supported program for Sri Lanka.”
The IMF mission is slated to conduct these discussions until January 19th, indicating the significance of these talks in shaping the economic direction of the country.