The Sri Lanka Association for Software and Services Companies (SLASSCOM) representing the Knowledge Services and Innovation industry, Sri Lanka’s fifth-largest and highest value-adding exporter, has called for a swift, constitutional settlement to the current political crisis.
SLASSCOM Chairman Jeevan Gnanam said, “As an industry body, we are disappointed to see the current state of indecision and the inability to arrive at a swift settlement by the parties concerned. “We are concerned about the worldwide media publicity on the happenings in Parliament and the resulting negative impact to our image in the eyes of the world.
“We have heard of companies which are concerned about setting up or expanding their operations in Sri Lanka based on the present turmoil. While we understand any nation will encounter political changes, we ask for transparency and a consistent application of law and order, upholding the views of the judiciary and the Constitution. We urge those in authority to put aside personal prejudices and narrow agendas and collaborate towards the national interest.
“Unless this is done immediately, Sri Lanka will not be viewed as a compelling or competitive destination to attract foreign investment. We also ask for sustaining policies and executing initiatives put in place with the participation of the industry,” he said.