COLOMBO (News 1st): “Nalaka Godahewa and his faction say that the East Container Terminal will never be sold to foreign factions. He says that it’s the west terminal that will be sold. This is similar to showing the younger sister and giving the older one in marriage.” UNP MP Harin Fernando said.

“We see contradicting views even among trade unions”, he added.

MP Harin Fernando pointed out that 23 of the 25 trade unions had signed a document urging the government to refrain from selling the east container terminal. and added that the west terminal can be sold if required.

“This is just an act to mislead everyone,” MP Harin Fernando said.

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