COLOMBO (News 1st) – The Muslim ministers who resigned from their positions met President Maithripala Sirisena this morning(July 08).

The group including A.H.M. Fowzie, Rauff Hakeem and Rishad Bathiudeen arrived at President’s official residence this morning.

Speaking to News 1st, A.H.M. Fowzie said certain issues were discussed with the head of state.

He added that the group will be meeting President Maithripala Sirisena again tonight.

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