Sri Lanka PM Discusses Talks with IMF

The video discusses the role of a finance minister in IMF talks, focusing on budget surplus goals and economic restructuring. It highlights the need for growth-enhancing reforms and transforming the economy to be export-oriented. The budget aims to cut expenditures while increasing welfare assistance. The video also covers debt restructuring discussions with China and other international entities, emphasizing the importance of coordinated efforts to manage foreign debt and avoid further defaults.

What surplus target did the finance minister suggest for the primary budget by 2025?

• A surplus of 1%

• A surplus of 3%

• A break-even budget

• A surplus of 2%

Which sectors are protected from budget cuts in the upcoming budget?

• Tourism and Transport

• Defense and Infrastructure

• Health and Education

• Agriculture and Technology

What is the main goal of the budget according to the finance minister?

• Cut expenditure to the bone

• Reduce taxes

• Increase defense spending

• Expand infrastructure projects

What is the finance minister's plan regarding debt repayment discussions with China?

• To cancel all debts

• To increase interest rates

• To seek debt restructuring

• To negotiate a new loan

How do the loan percentages from Japan and China compare, according to the finance minister?

• Japan has a higher percentage

• They are the same

• China has a higher percentage

• Neither country has provided loans