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The Hon. Gayantha Karunathilleka

Samagi Jana Balawegaya· Galle· 11 July 2025 ·Debate: US Tariff Duties - Member's Attention Matter and Discussion

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Gayantha Karunathilleka raised, under Standing Order 92(2)(a), the issue of United States tariff duties imposed in April and the Government’s response. He noted that the Opposition had participated in an all-party discussion with the President on reducing tariffs and supporting related measures, and referred to a subsequent visit by a Government team, including a Deputy Minister, for discussions.

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¶ 01 Mr. Deputy Speaker, under Standing Order 92(2)(a), I seek one minute to draw the Government’s attention to an important national matter.

¶ 02 In April, the United States imposed tariff duties. At that time the Leader of the Opposition and other Opposition Party Leaders met the President and took part in an all-party conference to discuss measures to reduce tariffs, and to extend our support. Thereafter, we know a team including a Deputy Minister visited there and held discussions.

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Hansard, Friday, 11 July 2025 ·No. 1753082553092748 ·English daily/uncorrected Hansard
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