Sri Lanka’s former Prime Minister, Ranil Wickremesinghe, revealed that the
country is not averse to adopting the Indian rupee as a common currency.
This surprising announcement came during a public address where
Wickremesinghe discussed the economic challenges faced by Sri Lanka. He
emphasized the need for measures to stabilize the economy, including
exploring the possibility of adopting the Indian rupee. Such a move could
have significant implications for both countries, potentially enhancing
trade and economic cooperation. However, discussions and deliberations
among policymakers would be required before any concrete steps are taken.
Sri Lanka’s openness to considering the Indian rupee as a common currency
reflects the country’s commitment to exploring new avenues for economic
development and regional integration.
country is not averse to adopting the Indian rupee as a common currency.
This surprising announcement came during a public address where
Wickremesinghe discussed the economic challenges faced by Sri Lanka. He
emphasized the need for measures to stabilize the economy, including
exploring the possibility of adopting the Indian rupee. Such a move could
have significant implications for both countries, potentially enhancing
trade and economic cooperation. However, discussions and deliberations
among policymakers would be required before any concrete steps are taken.
Sri Lanka’s openness to considering the Indian rupee as a common currency
reflects the country’s commitment to exploring new avenues for economic
development and regional integration.
