President, Opposition Leader discuss current issues

Opposition Leader Ranil Wickremesinghe held cordial discussions with President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga yesterday. Several matters were discussed including the establishment of the Tsunami Relief Council (TRC).

The President explained to Wickremesinghe some details regarding the proposed Council and a few of the issues that have arisen during the past few weeks, a press release from the Office of the President said.

The Opposition Leader explained the stance of the UNP on this matter.

The President agreed to keep the Opposition Leader and the UNP briefed about the ongoing situation.