Colombo (News 1st): Governor of Western Province Azath Salley says May Day celebration is an opportunity to reflect on the challenges faced by workers – women, men and young people particularly with the changes taking place in our workplaces and country.

Issuing a press release, the Governor says “Considering the recent tragic events that have transpired in the last few weeks, we have to be vigilant in our endeavors, as our country takes its first step to rebuild as a nation. The cornerstone to that success is our workers who function as the backbone of our society”

The release also added, “Let us pool our resources irrespective of party, politics, religious faiths, caste or creed and rise together, united and strong to build a better nation for the peace and prosperity of our motherland.”

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