Sri Lanka, March 11 -- The electricity sector trade unions have decided to call off the ongoing strike action launched by them based on several demands, following a discussion with relevant authorities.

The trade unions action was called off after the union representatives signed an agreement following talks held this evening with the Commissioner General of Labour and the management of the newly established electricity sector companies.

During today's meeting, the Commissioner General of Labour had assured that the trade unions would be provided an opportunity for a discussion with the President tomorrow (12).

Around 25 electricity sector trade unions action had been launched on Monday (09) based on several demands including the gover...