President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is scheduled to address Parliament today (20), with a focus on the government’s response to the economic fallout from the ongoing Middle East conflict.
The President is expected to provide an update on measures taken to ensure the uninterrupted supply of fuel, gas and electricity, as well as the continued functioning of the state mechanism with minimal disruption.
During a special media briefing on Tuesday (17), President Dissanayake outlined steps already implemented, including the introduction of a QR code system for fuel distribution amid concerns over supply chain disruptions.
Fuel is currently being issued under an odd-even vehicle number plate system, while gas distribution has also been streamlined to ensure adequate supply to consumers.
In today’s address, the President is also expected to elaborate on measures to minimise the impact on essential goods, as well as on the import and export sectors.
Parliament is scheduled to convene at 9:30 a.m..