NPP has not released its economic policy yet but from listening to AKD and other NPP leaders is it right to say that if NPP wins power, SL will have a Market economy? If so, will a NPP government involvement be limited to facilitating via government agencies: 1) the functioning of independent markets by only providing the rules for market entry and operations? 2) equal access to Markets, for every person from any part of the country? (in contrast to the crony capitalism now, where certain individuals have favoured access to markets and therefore the current markets are very inefficient) 3) providing timely advice on goods and services that are required in both the national and international markets How will co-operatives (eg, milk, rice etc) fit within the market economy? Will they access the respective markets as normal market participants or will they be given preferential treatment?
Thank you for your inquiry. We have not released our new policies or manifestos for 2024 elections since an election has not been declared so far.
We don't advocate Market Economy and it is not our economic policy but of all other major parties. The economic policy that we have elaborated on consists of three main players i.e. government sector, private sector and the cooperative system. You can call it by any name but globally this model is called Social Solidarity Economy. There is a role to play for the government in our economy . Example , providing education to all citizens is a government's responsibility. Health, social security are also government's responsibilities. However, government need not sell fish, spices, coconut or eggs. The government should provide facilities to develop the industry. For example, if you take the fisheries industry, people will have better access to quality fish. Also fish prices may drop due to creating genuine competition. The government needs to provide capital and technology if necessary to produce fishing boats, nets, and other fishing equipment. The government authorities should provide the fisherman with the data of fish movements in the sea using satellite images. The cooperative system will organize the rural community and get them involved in agriculture, micro industries and will contribute to the economic growth. Government's responsibility is to bring in new technology to the field . Provide financial assistance. Create a market for the producers. Government need not grow paddy or run hotels or garment factories.
NPP economic policy has highlighted all the roles and responsiblities of all three players in the economy. Regards
Dear All I want to participate and contribute to the economic development efforts of NPP without expectation. I am 76 and a product of free education in Sri Lanka. I am living in New Zealand and am a Sri Lankan citizen Formerly, I was the Special Advisor of the President of Namibia (2006-2012) appointed by the President of Namibia. I emailed my CV to Anura. Pls kindly respond. Thank you Asoka
Thank you for your mail. We received your previous mail and we sent our reply. We are pleased to here that you had been an advisor to the Namibian government. Can you draft an economic blueprint for Sri Lanka and send it to us so that we can pass it to our economic council? They will take your short term, medium and long term goals for the Agriculture, Industry and the Service sectors. Regards
When npp comes to power will you abolish provincial councils.
Thank you for your question. The provincial council comes into effect with the introduction of the 13th amendment to the constitution. You cannot just abolish the provincial councils without abolishing the executive presidency. That is why we propose a new constitution that will ensure the democracy in the country whereby the parliamentary system will come into effect. Regards
Dear NPP Please stop criticizing others , they are trying to tempt you, don’t fall into the trap of hatred and arrogance, which they are already in Focus on your goal with purest intentions.. Think about people They deserve better, you deserve better.. Please spread love, kindness and compassion, teach people to love, teach them to help each other to grow together, that was of course the Sri Lankan culture long ago Only love can bring us happiness and prosperity. Show people the world that you are going to create with them, lead them guide them to that happy and peaceful country. Thank you for everything you are doing for the betterment of the society. We respect your effort, we respect your courage and endurance You are our only hope 🤍 We wish you all the success and bless you all 🙏🏻😇
Thank you for your suggestion. Honestly, the criticisms of opponents in the Social Media is hard to control by us because the people have free access to such media. The websites, Facebook accounts, TikTok, Instagram etc. operated by the official media unit of NPP never engages in such activities. We are a people's party and we take all possible efforts to win people to our side. However, we will be more watchful about such irresponsible users who discredit the NPP and we will report about them to the service providers.
We always welcome your constructive proposals and please do continue to engage with us. Regards
Where can we find the proposed educational reforms and any actions implemented by NPP? Whom should we contact to share suggestions and join any actions under educational reforms? Is there a separate committee?
Thank you for your inquiry. We wish to inform you that we have not published the 2024 policy documents or manifestos yet. However, you can read our 2019/20 manifestos Sinhala version on our official website npp.lk We have an expert committee for education headed by Dr Harini Amarasooriya. Regards
