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šļø 13-Member Parliamentary Committee Appointed to Oversee Anti-Corruption Drive
⢠Governance & Institutional Framework: Parliament has established a 13-member committee to oversee and lead the execution of tasks under the National Anti-Corruption Action Plan 2025ā2029. ⢠Leadership & Composition: The committee is chaired by Deputy Chairperson of Committees Hemali Weerasekara and includes cross-party representation with 12 additional Members of Parliament. ⢠Legislative Approval: The decision was finalized during the Committee on Parliamentary Business meeting on 25 September 2026, as announced by Speaker Jagath Wickramaratne. ⢠Economic Context: Strengthening governance, institutional transparency, and anti-corruption measures remains critical for boosting investor confidence and national economic stability.
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