Sri Lanka, Feb. 17 -- President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in his capacity as the Minister of Finance, Economic Stabilization and National Policies, presented his maiden Budget Speech in the Parliament today (17).

The 79th budget of the Independent Sri Lanka aimed at developing the country in a way that enables it to repay debt when repayment commences in 2028 today (17), encapsulated three main facets;

i. Growth of production of industry, services and agriculture.

ii. Production must take place with the active engagement and participation of people.

iii. The benefits and gains from production must be equitably shared across society.

The Head of the State also noted that this years' budget is prepared based on these principles, and th...