Opposition MP Hector Appuhamy questioned the government’s stance on casinos, pointing out their reversal in opinion by allowing the opening of a casino in Sri Lanka.
Addressing the Parliament yesterday, MP Appuhamy highlighted the arrival of Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan for the opening of South Asia’s first fully-integrated resort, which consists of a state-of-the-art casino.
“You were of the view that casinos should not be allowed to operate in Sri Lanka. You spoke against casinos while in the opposition. But today, you are bringing down Shah Rukh Khan for the opening of a casino operated by an international company. We wonder where the Dollars to pay the actor are going to be sourced,” the MP said.
MP Hector Appuhamy questioned whether the payment for the Indian actor would be made through foreign exchange, urging the government to reveal the facts in this regard.
“Are you in support of casinos now? Money made through this casino will be sent outside Sri Lanka. Your government will be the one to expand the casino business in Sri Lanka to collect tax in any manner you want. You are not people who stick to what you promised before,” the MP said.
The opposition MP further urged the government to keep its promises to the public. (Newswire)
