State Minister Nimal Lanza says he is hopeful that the newly appointed Minister of Finance Basil Rajapaksa will be able to reduce the domestic fuel prices and provide relief to the public.
Speaking to media in Negombo, State Minister Lanza said they are of the stance that the prices of fuel and essential commodities must be reduced.
State Minister Nimal Lanza said he is pleased that Minister Basil Rajapaksa has taken over the Finance Ministerial portfolio since he is an efficient individual.
He said the public can expect concessions since Minister Basil Rajapaksa will be handling the economy.
