Highlighting the Western Province’s pivotal role, contributing over 50% to the country’s economy and currently serving as the primary engine, the President asserted the commitment to strengthen the nation’s economy through five main engines, encompassing the South, North, Central Province and the North-West.

President Wickremesinghe made these directives during his participation in the special District Coordination Committee meeting for Vavuniya, Mullaitivu and Mannar districts, which convened today (05) at the Vavuniya District Cultural Hall.

Extensive discussions were conducted on the challenges in the domains of education, health, resettlement, land, electricity, water, tourism, forestry and fisheries in the districts of Vavuniya, Mannar and Mullaitivu. The President actively engaged in addressing some of these issues by working towards effective solutions.