SLID expresses grave concern on current political turmoil

Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID) in a brief statement yesterday expressed their grave concern on the current political situation and stressed it negatively affects the country’s businesses and international reputation.  

“The Sri Lanka Institute of Directors is gravely concerned about the current political situation in Sri Lanka which is negatively impacting our local industry and international business reputation”, the statement read.  

SLID urged the political authorities to expeditiously resolve the crisis using principles of democracy and good governance and safeguard Sri Lanka’s economy, security and all its people.

Previously, a similar joint statement was issued by the business chambers of the country urging the political authorities to resolve the current crisis swiftly, upholding the democratic principles.