Sri Lanka’s new prime minister said on Monday that perhaps the country was down to its last day of petrol, as the country’s power minister warned citizens not to join the long fuel lines that have sparked weeks of pro-government rallies.

Ranil Wickremesinghe, who was appointed prime minister on Thursday, stated in a speech to the nation that the country urgently needs $75 million in foreign currency to pay for essential imports.

“At the moment, we barely have enough fuel for a day.” “The next several months will be the most challenging of our lives,” he predicted.

“We must prepare to make some sacrifices and confront the challenges of this time.”

Australia rejects request for change in Sri Lanka tour schedule

According to Cricket Sri Lanka, it has become difficult for Sri Lanka to play T20 and ODI in the light. Due to lack of petrol, white ball matches will now be held in broad daylight.

A visit to Australia is uncertain due to the poor economic and political situation in Sri Lanka. The first T20 between Sri Lanka and Australia is scheduled for June 7.

The host board had earlier requested that the test be held due to a shortage of petrol, but Australia flatly refused.

It should be noted that Pakistan intends to cooperate with Sri Lanka in difficult economic conditions and also intends to play a series when the time comes.

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