NewsPresident Maithripala Sirisena says he would take a decision on the issue regarding the private universities in the country including the Malabe SAITM private medical college, taking into consideration the best interests and the productivity of the country, the President's Media Division (PMD) stated. He made these remarks during a meeting with the SAITM Parents' Association and Dr. Neville Fernando, regarding the prevailing issues on private universities in the country highlighting the Malabe SAITM, held at the President’s Official Residence, yesterday (20). The President further stated that he will take the ideas presented by all parties to solve this issue into careful consideration. "I have already discussed about this matter with the Government Medical Officers’ Association and the Government Dental Surgeons’ Association. I also will discuss with the University Grant Commission and the Medical Council”, the President said.

Source: Sunday Times February 21, 2017 09:18 UTC