Executive Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Dr. Krishnamoorthy Subramanian paid a courtesy visit to Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, at the Prime Minister’s Office.
The meeting focused on key economic matters, including Sri Lanka’s tax policy, the effective management of tax revenue, and measures to enhance public sector efficiency
The Prime Minister also outlined the government’s future development agenda, highlighting policy initiatives to ensure economic stability and foster sustainable growth.
Dr. P.K.G. Harischandra, Alternate Executive Director of the IMF, also participated in the discussions.
The Sri Lankan delegation included Mr. Pradeep Saputhanthri, Secretary to the Prime Minister; Ms. Sagarika Bogahawatta, Additional Secretary (Development) to the Prime Minister; Dr. P. Nandalal Weerasinghe, Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka; Dr. C. Amarasekara, Assistant Governor of the Central Bank; Dr. Lasitha R.C. Pathberiya, Additional Director of Economic Research; Mr. Amila J. Wijayawardhana, Senior Economist and Liaison Officer for the IMF Executive Director; Ms. Lashinka Dammullage, Director (Bilateral), Economic Affairs Division at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; and Mr. Samantha Bandara, Director General of the Department of External Resources. (Islandnews)
