MAS Holdings yesterday reiterated the need for immediate and decisive action to resolve the current economic and social crisis, in a peaceful and sustainable manner. 

In a statement it said as a responsible organisation, it unconditionally supported the call for change and good governance, and earnestly request the nation’s leaders to heed the voice of the people and act on it, whilst respecting legal and constitutional due process. 

The statement further said, “As the largest private-sector employer and exporter in Sri Lanka, MAS is also acutely aware of our role in maintaining the stability of Sri Lanka’s economy. To this end, it is crucial that we focus on delivering on our commitments to our customers without disruption, to protect the livelihoods of our 92,000 associates, their families, and the country. 

“The apparel industry has been the lifeblood of Sri Lanka’s economy through many turbulent and crucial junctures in our history. We remain confident that together, we can overcome this crisis, and bring about lasting change to build our country back, better.   “As always, MAS is supporting our communities island wide during this time of hardship through our social outreach programmes by assisting those that are the most adversely affected by the crisis.”