President Wickremesinghe Vows Privileges for University Lecturers Amid Economic Stabilization Efforts

President Ranil Wickremesinghe pledges to consider privileges for university lecturers after completing the debt restructuring program by September and stabilizing the economy. Discussions with the Federation of University Teachers’ Association (FUTA) covered challenges faced by lecturers and improved educational facilities.

The President instructed authorities to address university vacancies and consult the Attorney General on re-granting research allowances. The meeting stressed the need for informed decision-making and educational reforms. Officials from the Ministry of Education and Finance were present.