The President of Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Dr. Tanaka Akihiko called on President Ranil Wickremesinghe on Wednesday (Feb 14).
During the meeting, Dr. Akihiko expressed gratitude for President Wickremesinghe’s commitment to the economic reform program, acknowledging its challenging nature.
In response, President Wickremesinghe emphasised his focus on ensuring the swift resumption of investment projects, including the expansion of the Katunayake Airport, the Light-rail transit (LRT), and the central expressway.
According to the President’s Media Division (PMD), the President also conveyed appreciation for the continued support provided by the Government of Japan and JICA towards Sri Lanka during the economic crisis.
Meanwhile, Dr. Akihiko elaborated on JICA’s efforts, highlighting the priority of concluding debt restructuring while also aiming for the resumption of stalled projects.
President Wickremesinghe was accompanied by the President’s Senior Adviser on National Security and Chief of Presidential Staff Sagala Ratnayaka and Director of International Affairs Dinouk Colombage during the meeting. (NewsWire)
