Despite a recent statement by the Government to the effect that it would not sign the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Compact, the American Government believes it was still under review by their Sri Lankan counterpart.
When contacted, US Embassy Spokeswoman Nancy Van Horn said that they “understood“ it was under review.
“We understand the Government of Sri Lanka is reviewing the $ 480 million grant. We refer you to the Government for comment on its position,” she said.
However, Co-Cabinet Spokesman Dr. Ramesh Pathirana told The Morning that the Government has already decided not to sign the US MCC grant agreement.
(The Morning)