10 parties affiliated to the government take a hard stance on the ECT, Gov. factions meet to discuss

COLOMBO (News 1st): 10 political parties affiliated to the government, held discussions on the future course of action with regard to the East Container Terminal at the official residence of Minister Wimal Weerawansa today. MP Ven. Athuraliye Rathana Thero from the Ape Jana Bala party was present at the meeting. Speaking after the meeting Minister Wimal Weerawansa said, "All 10 parties will work to ensure that the terminal will not belong to anyone other than the Ports Authority".