Ms. Singer, the UN resident coordinator in Sri Lanka paid a courtesy call to HE Hon Mahinda Rajapaksa at his residence this evening.
Ms. Singer stated that she is a strong believer of south- south cooperation and said that Sri Lanka would be a great role model as she has set a great example in achieving the SDGs set out by the UN.
The current political environment of Sri Lanka was also discussed about. Hon Rajapaksa pointed out the postponement of the provincial council elections for over a year and the government did not seem to have any intention of holding the long overdue elections either.
Ms. Singer asked him about his vision for the future of Sri Lanka. Two key issues that would require immediate attention would be the economy and reconciliation. Hon Rajapaksa of the view that with discipline and leadership a suitable solution could be found for both issues.
