Political parties should settle scores while in power

Construction, Engineering Services, Housing and Common Amenities Minister Wimal Weerawansa said instead of making any constructive criticism against the Government, the main Opposition UNP has resorted to criticising their own party. Whatever the challenges it won’t pose any problem to the Government due to the internal conflict within the UNP itself.

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Britain accords warm welcome to President

He is brave. There is no need for any extra effort to prove his bravery as there are many brave moves throughout his political career. Not only is he brave but also courageous and known to be a man who makes the impossible possible. When it comes to his motherland... he is the first to defend her.

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Opposition political parties should...:

Unite to defeat foreign forces - Minister Wimal Weerawansa

*Shun petty political differences

*Abhor communal displeasure

The vehicle import tax was drastically reduced last year. As a result, opportunity was given to everyone even those who did not have an idea of buying a vehicle. However, they obtained loans to buy vehicles. Vehicles which had to be imported within two years came to Sri Lanka in a year due to tax concessions. This led to the increase in the gap between exports and imports.

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