Colombo, June 26, 2024 (LankaXpress) – Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe is set to deliver a special address to the nation on Wednesday, June 26th, at 8 PM, as announced by the Government Information Department. The address will be broadcast live on television and radio. In his statement, President Wickremesinghe will discuss the current state of economic recovery and outline measures for the coming months.
Sources indicate that President Wickremesinghe may declare that Sri Lanka is no longer bankrupt and could use the occasion to launch his 2024 presidential election campaign.
In related news, the Sri Lankan Cabinet has approved debt restructuring agreements with the Paris Club and other stakeholders. According to Cabinet Spokesperson Minister Bandula Gunawardana, these agreements are set to be formally signed on June 26th.