AKD says IMF not external partner but integral element of SL's economic progress

Meets IMF delegation in 5th mid-point review; 6th tranche under EFF program due in Dec.

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PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Disanayake yesterday said that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) remains a vital partner in Sri Lanka's accelerated journey from crisis to recovery, and that the Government regards its support not merely as external assistance, but as an integral element of its comprehensive strategy for sustainable economic progress.

This is according to statement issued by the President's Media Division yesterday.

Speaking at the fifth mid-point review meeting yesterday at the Presidential Secretariat with an IMF delegation, the President said that the Government's reform agenda focused on long-term stability, inclusive growth, and investor confidence.

The sixth tranche of the IMF Extended Fund Facility is scheduled for release in December.