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Sitting of Tuesday, 3 February 2026

10th Parliament· 9 debates· 297 speeches· 119 speakers

Source: Hansard PDF (parliament.lk) ↗ ·No. 23252 ·English daily/uncorrected Hansard

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  4. 4 Opening Parliamentary Announcements and Ministerial Statement 15 speeches
    • The Hon. Speaker procedural
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    • The Hon. Sajith Premadasa - Leader of the Opposition SJB

      AI summary Sajith Premadasa questioned the Government on the functioning and independence of the National Commission on Women established under the Women’s Empowerment Act, No. 37 of 2024, following the resignation of its first Chairperson, Dr. Ramani Jayasundere. He cited reported concerns over the absence of budgetary allocations, office space and staff, alleged administrative interference by the line Ministry, and the appointment of an Executive Director without the Commission’s approval. He asked for details on the Commission’s mandate, funding, staffing and premises, and called for immediate steps, including possible supplementary allocations, to protect its statutory independence and support the Women’s Development Fund. He also linked the issue to Sri Lanka’s obligations under CEDAW, SDG 5 and the Act, and urged a Government response to concerns raised by women’s rights organizations.

      Women & ChildrenCorruption & Governance ReformPublic Finance Full speech →
    • The Hon. Nalinda Jayatissa JJB

      AI summary The Hon. Nalinda Jayatissa informed Parliament that the Leader of the Opposition had submitted a six-part question under Standing Order 27(2). He stated that answers would be provided during the next sitting week.

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    • The Hon. Sajith Premadasa - Leader of the Opposition SJB

      AI summary Hon. Sajith Premadasa objected to the Government seeking additional time to respond on an issue concerning women’s rights and Sri Lanka’s obligations under CEDAW. He argued that, given the Government’s stated commitments to protecting women’s rights and the presence of women in senior political positions, an immediate answer was required due to the issue’s international implications.

      Women & ChildrenJustice & Human Rights Full speech →
    • The Hon. Nalinda Jayatissa JJB

      AI summary Nalinda Jayatissa stated that recent insults directed at the Prime Minister reflected attitudes toward women. He said the Government would provide a prompt response, noting that the relevant Minister was not present in the House at that moment.

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    • The Hon. Sajith Premadasa - Leader of the Opposition SJB

      AI summary The Leader of the Opposition raised a point of order. No substantive argument, proposal, or policy issue was stated in the provided excerpt.

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    • The Hon. Sajith Premadasa - Leader of the Opposition SJB

      AI summary Sajith Premadasa raised a point of order objecting to the Government’s Chief Organizer stating that the relevant Minister was absent to answer a question. He argued that the institution concerned is independent and not under the Ministry of Women’s Affairs, and said that at least the Prime Minister should respond, asking why no answer was being provided.

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    • The Hon. Ravi Karunanayake NDF

      AI summary Hon. Ravi Karunanayake requested an urgent Government statement on compensation and restoration following Cyclone “Ditwah”, citing delays, unpaid beneficiaries, returned Government cheques, unsettled insurance claims, and reports that many displaced people cannot return home. He asked for detailed, district-wise information on approved damage assessments, restoration costs, deaths and missing persons, housing damage, compensation categories and payments, unpaid beneficiaries, and reasons for payment failures. He also sought clarification on insurance claim settlements, donor assistance, spending from the “Rebuilding Sri Lanka” Fund, and the timing of an international donor conference, while questioning the reliability of existing loss estimates and the use of state entity contributions to the Fund.

      Cost of LivingPublic FinanceInfrastructure Full speech →
    • The Hon. Major General (Rtd.) Aruna Jayasekera - Deputy Minister of Defence JJB

      AI summary The Deputy Minister of Defence requested two weeks to respond to a nine-part question raised under Standing Order 27(2).

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    • The Hon. (Dr.) Harini Amarasuriya - Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education JJB

      AI summary Responding to a question by Hon. Thilina Samarakoon, the Prime Minister stated that Sri Lanka recorded 2,362,521 tourist arrivals in 2025, the highest in its history, generating USD 3.2 billion in gross foreign exchange earnings. She said the 2026 target is 3 million arrivals, supported by a 2026–2030 strategic plan, airport expansion, tourism zones, a Presidential Task Force, infrastructure development, digital access systems, workforce training, promotion, regulation of service providers, and measures on sustainability and social security. She also noted steps to seek Blue Flag certifications to strengthen international recognition of Sri Lanka’s tourism sector.

      Foreign AffairsEmploymentInfrastructure Full speech →