UN Secretary General António Guterres today called for dialogue to “ensure a smooth transition of Government and solutions to the country’s deep economic crisis.
The trade deficit recorded a decline for the fifth consecutive month on month-on-month basis and for the third consecutive month on a year-on-year basis in May 2022, supported mainly by the policy induced moderation of imports, along with the notable growth momentum of exports, Central Bank announced .
Sri Lanka is suffering the worst economic crisis in its history, with fuel shortages bringing the country to a standstill. Many are now convinced leaving is their only option.