Parliamentarian Patali Champika Ranawaka says the 21st amendment to the constitution should be passed in Parliament within the month of July.
Speaking to media in Colombo, MP Ranawaka said if steps are not taken to do so, Sri Lanka will be subject to the displeasure of the entire international community.
MP Ranawaka said he did not wish for the amendment to be passed based on personal agendas but emphasized the need for the transfer of certain powers of the Executive Presidency to Parliament.
MP Ranawaka noted the proposed amendments should be presented to Parliament in the coming week and passed within the month of July.
MP Ranawaka said the postponement of the 21st Amendment to the Constitution will result in the worsening of the political instability and economic crisis.
Commenting on the appointment of prominent businessman Dhammika Perera as a Member of Parliament, MP Ranawaka said a single individual cannot provide solutions to the issues of the country.
He noted the present situation was a result of the decisions taken by Parliamentarians and individuals surrounding them.
Meanwhile, commenting on the statements made by the Chairman of the Electricity Board at the Committee on Public Enterprises, MP Ranawaka stated a foreign entity cannot enter industries by force adding it reflected badly on national sovereignty.
Responding to a question posed by a journalist the Parliamentarian said he always expressed his ideas independently irrespective of the ruling party or opposition.
