World Bank MD to visit Sri Lanka

World Bank Managing Director Sri Mulyani Indrawati will visit Sri Lanka during November 15-19 to find out how the development institution can do more to support the country's progress, the World Bank's Colombo office announced yesterday.

"Sri Lanka has made great strides in overcoming poverty as it transitions from a lower income to a middle income country. Sri Lanka is working hard to consolidate social inclusion, peace, and security and we want to help its people build on that success so that everyone has a chance to reach their potential," Indrawati said. "I am looking forward to visiting Sri Lanka to discuss how we can strengthen our partnership with the government to address national priorities and create opportunities for its people."

Indrawati is one of the three Managing Directors of the World Bank. She is responsible for the institution's operations in all regions of the world. In addition, she oversees other administrative vice-presidencies and functions, including the Integrity Vice Presidency, Sanctions Board Secretariat and the Office of Evaluation and Suspension.