In his New Year message, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake expressed optimism about Sri Lanka’s trajectory in 2025, citing the country’s economic stability in 2024 as a foundation for transformative progress. The President emphasized the importance of unity, democratic governance, and a renewed vision to create a prosperous and equitable future for all Sri Lankans.
Highlights of the President’s Address
A Call for Renewed Ideals:
President Dissanayake expressed confidence in the ability of the Sri Lankan people to work together, drawing inspiration from new ideals and unity. He declared that with courage and determination, the government will strive to deliver on its promises, creating a better quality of life for all citizens.
Economic Stability and Progress:
President Dissanayake credited the economic achievements of 2024 for enabling Sri Lanka to enter a “new era” with strengthened resolve. He declared that 2025 would be a year of realizing long-held dreams of prosperity, driven by the government’s commitment to addressing key issues and fostering development.
Parliamentary Mandate and Good Governance:
Reflecting on the 2024 parliamentary elections, the President underscored the importance of the government’s strong majority in uniting the people across the country’s regions. This mandate, he stated, has facilitated transformative political reforms and the establishment of good governance that reflects the aspirations of the citizenry.
Key Developmental Goals for 2025:
Rural Poverty Eradication: A priority area aimed at uplifting the most vulnerable segments of society.
Clean Sri Lanka Initiative: Launched in conjunction with the New Year, this initiative is focused on social, environmental, and ethical revival, positioning Sri Lanka as a model for sustainable development.
Digital Economy: The President highlighted the ongoing efforts to build a technology-driven economy, which will play a pivotal role in modernizing industries and creating opportunities for future generations.
Unity and Vision for a Prosperous Nation:
The President framed 2025 as a historic opportunity to realize the vision of a united and developed Sri Lanka, emphasizing people-centered governance as the cornerstone of the country’s progress. He called on all Sri Lankans to share in the responsibility of nation-building and reiterated the government’s commitment to reclaiming past opportunities that were missed.