Oil exploration in Mannar basin begins
August 6, 2011 04:36 pm
Economic Development Minister Basil Rajapaksa stated that oil exploration in the Mannar basin in the North Western Coast commenced today (06). The country will gain several economic advantages as a result of this, he said.
The Minister made these statements during an observation visit to several road development projects in the Puttalam area.
He however added that with the start of oil exploration in the country the threat posed from foreign nations could further increase and it is vital that all Sri Lankans unite and work as one.
The Minister made these statements during an observation visit to several road development projects in the Puttalam area.
He however added that with the start of oil exploration in the country the threat posed from foreign nations could further increase and it is vital that all Sri Lankans unite and work as one.