📈 Cabinet Approves Expert Committee for Energy Sector Development

The Cabinet of Ministers has formalized a special expert committee to spearhead the development of the energy sector, identifying it as a critical pillar for Sri Lanka's sustainable economic growth. • Strategic Oversight: The committee will be chaired by Dr. Hans Wijayasuriya. It is tasked with formulating national policies, strategies, and implementation frameworks to align the energy economy with long-term national goals. • Addressing Barriers: Cabinet Spokesman Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa highlighted that current coordination weaknesses among major economic sectors have historically discouraged investment. This initiative aims to streamline integration to attract fresh capital. • Economic Context: Proposed by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake as part of the 2026 Budget directive, the move focuses on building an integrated framework to ensure energy security and support broader industrial sectors like manufacturing and ICT/BPM. • Status: Approved for immediate formalization to drive the transition toward a more resilient and sustainable national economy. _Source: Official Cabinet Briefing (March 25, 2026)_