Meeting Underway Between Trade Unions And Petroleum Minister

A meeting between Petroleum Minister Chandima Weerakkody and petroleum unions is currently underway at the Petroleum Ministry.

A favourable outcome is expected from the meeting.

Petroleum unions yesterday decided to go in strike against the proposed agreement with India, to develop the Trincomalee  harbour.  

The government has, however, maintained that the oil tanks will not be sold to India, but will be given on a lease.