CA Sri Lanka condemns attack on peaceful protestors

• Urges public to remain calm

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) yesterday strongly condemned the attack on the peaceful demonstrators, which is a flagrant violation of the principles and values of a civilized society. 
“It is disheartening to see the tireless efforts made by the chambers and various professional bodies, including CA Sri Lanka, to bring a solution and an expedited economic recovery being hampered, due to such short-sighted actions, which will likely undermine the current discussions with the International Monetary Fund, investor confidence and smooth functioning of business, including tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka,” a CA Sri Lanka statement said.

Therefore, CA Sri Lanka urged the government to uphold the democratic rights of the citizens and prioritise the needs of the country, while taking steps to expedite the adoption of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) proposal to bring political stability and achieve a meaningful economic recovery for Sri Lanka. 
CA Sri Lanka also requested the public to remain calm, during this difficult time.