Hon. Roshan Akmeemana, M.P.

Jathika Jana balawegaya (JJB)· Trincomalee

Profession: Teacher

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Speeches 45 #100 of 225·#48 in party

Attendance 4/8 days present (of recorded)

Speech history

45 speeches

23 October 2025 AI summary Hon. Roshan Akmeemana supported the motion to implement the “Nation Together” programme as a national anti-drug plan, arguing that enforcement against supply must be combined with measures to reduce demand, especially among youth. He proposed strengthening impartial law enforcement, expanding sports, arts, literature, cultural and community programmes, and mobilizing religious institutions, schools and wider society. He also raised concerns about alleged political links to underworld networks and called on the Opposition and youth, including those involved in the aragalaya, to join the programme launching on the 30th under the President and the Ministry of Public Security. Adjournment Debate: Organized Crime, Drug Trafficking and Nation Together Programme (Ratama Ekata) Women & ChildrenPublic FinanceLaw & Order Read →
23 October 2025 AI summary Roshan Akmeemana asked the Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation to provide details on Sri Lanka Ports Authority-owned land in the Trincomalee Divisional Secretary’s Division, including its extent, transfer date, legal basis, and permitted uses. He also sought clarification on whether any of these lands had recently been disposed of for purposes outside those permitted, and, if the information could not be provided, the reasons for that. Oral Question: SLPA Lands in Trincomalee (Q.11/2025) InfrastructureLand & Housing Read →
8 October 2025 AI summary Hon. Roshan Akmeemana moved an Adjournment Motion urging the release of Sri Lanka Ports Authority lands in 11 Grama Niladhari divisions in the Trincomalee Town and Gravets DS Division to long-time resident families. He said the lands were vested in the SLPA by Gazette No. 314/10 of 1984, but about 790 hectares have since been identified as non-essential to port needs and are occupied by approximately 4,672 families. He stated that discussions with local officials, the SLPA and the Minister of Ports had led to a political decision to release lands for around 5,000 families, and requested that the administrative process be expedited to grant legal title. Adjournment Motion: Release of Sri Lanka Ports Authority Lands in Trincomalee District Parliamentary ProcedureLand & Housing Read →
7 October 2025 AI summary Hon. Roshan Akmeemana defended the Government against claims of inefficiency, stating that its mandate is to achieve “system change” through economic democracy, anti-corruption measures, social reconciliation, and long-term development toward high-income status. He argued that first-year fiscal and monetary stabilization has restored confidence, citing increases in Customs revenue, total state revenue, remittances, exports, the current account surplus, and a higher-than-targeted primary surplus. He said the Government’s long-term goal of sustaining 6–7 per cent growth to reach high-income status by 2050 requires confronting challenges such as drugs, organized crime, bankruptcy, and social decay, and pledged continued action against underworld and narcotics networks. Debate: Convention Against Doping in Sport (Amendment) Bill - Second and Third Reading Corruption & Governance ReformLaw & OrderPublic Finance Read →
7 October 2025 AI summary Hon. Roshan Akmeemana asked what support the Ministry, Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority and Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau could provide in the next Budget to diversify Trincomalee tourism beyond seasonal beach tourism. He outlined plans for ecotourism, rural tourism, agrotourism and religious tourism in areas such as Morawewa and Gomaran Kadawala, including youth cooperatives, homestay training, a tourism cooperative from Sweat Bay, and a tourism zone linked to Sooriyapura, Kanthale Ara and Kanthale tank. Oral Question: Lands Belonging to Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority - Trincomalee District (Q.1102/2025) InfrastructureAgricultureEmployment Read →
7 October 2025 AI summary Hon. Roshan Akmeemana asked what Budget plans would develop Sweat Bay and Marble Beach in Trincomalee as national tourism assets, noting that the district’s tourism growth accelerated after the war and was previously limited by security restrictions. He emphasized the need for development that also ensures benefits for local communities. Oral Question: Lands Belonging to Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority - Trincomalee District (Q.1102/2025) Ethnic Reconciliation & DevolutionInfrastructure Read →
7 October 2025 AI summary Hon. Roshan Akmeemana asked the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism to provide details on lands owned by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority in the Trincomalee District and the Government’s future plans for them. He specifically sought information on an SLTDA land in the Sweat Bay area, including its extent, the identity and legal entitlement of a company allegedly fencing and occupying it unlawfully, and what legal action would be taken if the company has no valid claim. Oral Question: Lands Belonging to Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority - Trincomalee District (Q.1102/2025) Foreign AffairsLand & Housing Read →
23 July 2025 AI summary Roshan Akmeemana asked whether microfinance credit data are currently included in the Credit Information Bureau (CRIB). He further inquired whether there are plans to include microfinance records and alternative data such as telephone and utility bill payments in the future. Adjournment: Questions at Time of Adjournment Public Finance Read →
23 July 2025 AI summary Hon. Roshan Akmeemana asked the Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development about the governance and operations of the Credit Information Bureau of Sri Lanka under its enabling Act. He questioned why CRIB does not provide direct access to cooperative societies, Samurdhi Banks and rural banks, and what steps are being taken to correct inaccurate or outdated credit records, including cases involving inactive or cancelled finance companies. He also sought explanations on CRIB’s financial and institutional oversight, including the absence of regular Auditor General audits, its treatment as a private-like entity despite state oversight, and why it is not subject to COPE scrutiny. Adjournment: Questions at Time of Adjournment Public FinanceJustice & Human Rights Read →
23 July 2025 AI summary Hon. Roshan Akmeemana stated that Sri Lanka’s economy is showing signs of recovery, citing a 101% increase in FDI during the first six months and 4.8% GDP growth in the first quarter. He referred to Bloomberg’s projection that GDP could return to 2018 levels by 2026 and noted the Central Bank Governor’s expectation of similar second-quarter growth, with a target of 5% growth for the year. Debate: Companies (Amendment) Bill – Second Reading Public Finance Read →
23 July 2025 AI summary Hon. Roshan Akmeemana said the Government’s priorities are economic stabilization and growth, alongside action against fraud and corruption. He linked the Companies Act amendment to the earlier Proceeds of Crime Act, stating that it would close loopholes allowing illicit funds to be laundered through companies by requiring disclosure of beneficial ownership and real interests. He also cited economic indicators, including increased government revenue, higher remittances, and targets to reduce poverty by 2027 and eradicate extreme poverty by 2030. Debate: Companies (Amendment) Bill – Second Reading Public FinanceCost of LivingCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
20 June 2025 AI summary Hon. Roshan Akmeemana defended the NPP’s formation of administrations in local authorities after the recent elections, arguing that support from independents or individual members of other parties reflected the public mandate and was not “deal politics.” He contrasted this with alleged Opposition party arrangements and disciplinary action against councillors, and said the NPP’s approach was to use democratic means to advance its political programme. He also cited economic indicators, including current account surpluses, tourism growth, remittance increases and a lower policy rate, to argue that stability and growth were emerging under the Government. He criticised Opposition figures for earlier defending Keheliya Rambukwella over the fake drug import issue and urged patience for the Government to implement its policies. Debate: Stamp Duty (Special Provisions) Act Order and Imports and Exports (Control) Act Regulations Public FinanceEmploymentCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
18 June 2025 AI summary A petition from Mr. H.P. Ananda Jayaratne of Lakwijayagama, 13th Post, Thambalagamuwa, was presented to Parliament. It was ordered to be referred to the Committee on Public Petitions. Petitions: Five Petitions Accepted Parliamentary Procedure Read →
9 April 2025 AI summary Hon. Roshan Akmeemana argued that Sri Lanka’s renewable energy transition should be viewed as a political and social issue tied to energy sovereignty, not only as a technical matter. He said dependence on imported fuel and coal exposes the country to foreign exchange crises and geopolitical pressure, and urged expansion of solar and wind resources, particularly in Trincomalee, Mannar, Puttalam and the Eastern Province. He proposed developing a Green Energy Tourism Zone along the Eastern coastline, with incentives for tourism investors using renewable energy. He also emphasized “energy democracy,” including wider grassroots access, collective ownership, and state participation such as retaining a 50 percent stake in the Sampur Solar Park. Adjournment Motion: Renewable Energy Policy and Rooftop Solar Foreign AffairsPublic FinanceEnvironment Read →
18 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Roshan Akmeemana argued that cricket development should prioritize grassroots access rather than focus only on Sri Lanka Cricket governance or the national team. Drawing on his Trincomalee playing experience, he highlighted regional facility gaps, the growth of women’s cricket, and the value of soft-ball cricket as an accessible format for villages and low-income groups. He proposed recognizing village sports clubs, providing basic facilities, and organizing regular weekend leagues to broaden participation and engage youth. He also thanked the President and Minister for allocating Rs. 380 million for a provincial or national-level sports ground in Trincomalee. Appropriation Bill 2025, Twenty-third Allotted Day - Committee Stage: Heads 149, 303, 194 and 219 (Industry and Entrepreneurship Development; Youth Affairs and Sports) EmploymentWomen & ChildrenInfrastructure Read →
25 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Roshan Akmeemana stated that the Budget prioritizes modernization of public and rail transport rather than privatization, and proposes strengthening state-owned enterprises through a holding company to generate returns without selling profitable assets. He said the Government will address public service staffing gaps, allocate record funds to education and health, increase Aswesuma and research and development funding, and pursue a model based on economic democracy, social justice, and environmental quality. Second Reading Debate: Appropriation Bill 2025 (Continuation Day 7) Public FinanceEducationEmployment Read →
25 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Roshan Akmeemana argued that Sri Lanka’s ageing population and changing economy require stronger state support for eldercare rather than relying only on families. He said raising basic wages would improve retirement income for public and private sector workers, funded through taxes on higher incomes and capital gains. He rejected claims that the Budget was an “IMF Budget,” stating that its revenue measures targeted higher earners while supporting public investment and services. Second Reading Debate: Appropriation Bill 2025 (Continuation Day 7) Public FinanceEmploymentHealthcare Read →
25 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Roshan Akmeemana defended the 2025 Budget as a shift away from austerity and neoliberal policy toward a production-based, resilient economy focused on economic democracy, social justice and environmental quality. He cited increased capital expenditure, public sector wage rises, SME credit guarantees, public transport and railway modernization, SOE strengthening through a holding company model, and higher allocations for education, health, R&D and social protection. He argued that fiscal consolidation, including a 2.3 per cent primary surplus, should be achieved through restoring State capacity and taxing higher incomes, rather than burdening workers through indirect taxes. Second Reading Debate: Appropriation Bill 2025 (Continuation Day 7) Corruption & Governance ReformEmploymentPublic Finance Read →
24 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Roshan Akmeemana formally seconded the motion before the House. The question was then put and agreed to, after which Hon. (Prof.) Sena Nanayakkara left the Chair and Hon. Aravinda Senarath took the Chair. Debate: Second Reading of Appropriation Bill, 2025 - Sixth Allotted Day Parliamentary Procedure Read →
22 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Roshan Akmeemana reported recent enforcement action against fisheries-related offences, citing raids and prosecutions in Jaffna, Mullaitivu, Kilinochchi, Mannar, and Trincomalee, including 18 cases in Trincomalee in January and 8 in the first half of February. He said enforcement alone is insufficient because the legal framework is not yet complete, and noted resource constraints in the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, including limited staff and vehicles. He stated that the government recognizes the seriousness of the issue, is working to address it quickly, and seeks cooperation from the Opposition and fishing communities. Adjournment Motion: Prevention of Unlawful Fishing Activities in the North AgricultureLaw & Order Read →