Tony Blair’s assistance sought to help boost Sri Lanka’s economy

11 Feb, 2025

Sri Lanka has sought the assistance of former British Prime Minister Tony Blair to boost the economy.

President Anura Kumara Disanayake had talks with Tony Blair in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

“During the meeting, I briefed him on the investment opportunities available in Sri Lanka?s healthcare, ports, and tourism sectors. I also invited him to direct potential investors toward these opportunities,” the President said in a post on social media.

Blair highlighted the possibility of Sri Lanka gaining specialized knowledge and training in areas such as facing climate changes, good governance, and agriculture. He also expressed his appreciation for the country?s current administration.

Notably, he commended the government’s transparency and its commitment to corruption free governance, Disanayake said.

Blair currently heads the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change. (Colombo Gazette)

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