PM meets with IMF delegation

The IMF Mission Chief for Sri Lanka, Evan Papageorgiou, and a team of representatives met with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at Parliament on Tuesday, September 22nd. Their primary goal was to share insights and results from Sri Lanka's IMF-backed program, with a focus on the seventh review. Prime Minister Amarasuriya highlighted the economic progress made while contending with various challenges, stressing the Government's dedication to maintaining economic stability and enhancing resilience in the face of numerous external shocks.

He recalled the two years of the Government's tenure post-assumption, noting that the collaboration with the IMF has been beneficial, characterized by candid and transparent discussions. The Prime Minister appreciated the IMF's commitment to remain supportive of the Government's journey from economic stability towards enduring growth.

He also underscored the significance of adeptly managing external factors and indicated that future cooperation with development allies should aim for sustainable, accountable, and inclusive growth. The dialogue also touched upon proposed amendments to the Anti-Corruption Act, emphasizing the need to strike a balance between the confidentiality and transparency of information reported to the CIABOC via assets declaration.

The meeting included the IMF Resident Representative to Sri Lanka, Ms. Martha Tesfaye Woldemichael, the Prime Minister's Secretary Mr. Pradeep Saputhanthri, the Additional Secretary to the Prime Minister Ms. Sagarika Bogahawatta, and representatives from the Central Bank.