Mass Media Minister Keheliya Rambukwella yesterday said the Government was tasked with presenting the most challenging budget in the recent history.
“The country is faced with an unprecedented situation. Many new challenges could arise during these uncertain times. Our key focus this year is to improve the living standards of the people while continuing the development work,” he said at an event to inaugurate several road development projects in Kundasale electorate.
Notwithstanding the challenges triggered by the post-lockdown economic outlook and the massive fiscal shock from COVID-19, he said the Government would steam ahead with all development work while ensuring the living standards of citizens were improved.
“We have a proven track record for this. We have continued the development work while fighting a war with the most ruthless terrorist groups in the world,” he added.
(FT)