The Hon. Anura Karunathilaka

¶ 01 On page 165 of “Prosperous Country – Beautiful Life”: - “Sequentially add 2,000 MW of solar to the national grid.” We have commenced securing land and investment frameworks for this.

¶ 02 Also: - “Bring wind power competitively to domestic and foreign electricity markets.” On page 166: - “Expedite feasibility for Sapugaskanda refinery modernization or a new refinery,” and move beyond feasibility to investor engagement. We have started this. - On Trincomalee tanks, we stated we would create a model beneficial to the national economy; this is underway. - “Upgrade fuel storage and rail distribution to ensure uninterrupted supply.” We have begun related actions, including the port–Kolonnawa pipeline mentioned earlier (p. 166). - On p. 167: “Undertake necessary restructuring in power and energy based on stakeholder consultation and public opinion, guided by expert recommendations.” Those consultations have commenced. - Also: “Introduce solar systems for government schools, hospitals, and religious sites with energy conservation mechanisms.” We have accelerated solar panel provision for schools and religious places. - “Formulate and implement a strategic plan to establish Sri Lanka as a regional energy trading hub.” We have begun the associated work streams, as I outlined.

¶ 03 In three months, initiating 10 of 41 items equals 22% progress. With five years, we will complete the rest. We remain open to dialogue, including on recent supply concerns that caused queues at some sheds due to panic, not shortages. We will continue discussions on the 28th and thereafter to reach consensual, people-friendly outcomes.