General19 August 2026

Anti-corruption amendment bill presented to parliament

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Prime Minister Dr Harini Amarasuriya presented the Anti-Corruption Amendment Bill to Parliament today (19).

The proposed legislation seeks to amend the Anti-Corruption Act No. 9 of 2023 and will now proceed through the parliamentary process for consideration.

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