Foreign Minister briefs PTA, IMF support to NAM representatives

COLOMBO (News 1st); The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Professor G.L. Peiris met with High Commissioners and Ambassadors of countries in the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and briefed the envoys on the current situation in Sri Lanka and responses by the Government.

This included discussion on political and economic aspects, the Foreign Affairs Ministry stated.

Among other matters discussed were reform to the Prevention of Terrorism legislation, constitutional reform and preparation for negotiations with the International Monetary Fund. 

The Ambassador of Egypt, Maged Mosleh, speaking on behalf of the envoys, appreciated the opportunity for a candid discussion.