The government has failed in its ability to fulfill the promises made before the people and the people, therefore, are seeking an alternative, said Leader of the United National Party (UNP) MP Ranil Wickremesinghe, speaking at a discussion held with the Party seniors.
Suggesting that the people should be made aware that the only alternative to move the country forward backed by the international community would be the UNP, Wickremesinghe emphasised that the Party should be ready to gain power for an alternate programme.
The UNP Leader also spoke at length regarding the fuel crisis in Sri Lanka, warning that the price of crude oil in the global market could soar up to US$115.
The United Kingdom has already announced that it will increase fuel prices by nearly two pounds, Wickremesinghe revealed, adding that the entire world has to face a fuel crisis.
As of now, Sri Lanka is suffering from a severe energy crisis and the prices of fuel will have to be increased definitely, he warned.
MIAP
