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The Hon. Stephni Fernando

Jathika Jana balawegaya· Gampaha· 5 March 2025 ·Debate: Appropriation Bill, 2025 – Committee Stage Continued: Heads 124, 151, 331

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Stephni Fernando began remarks during the debate on the Ministry of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources, stating that fisheries is a significant industry for Sri Lanka and that attention should be given not only to its development but also to its protection and sustainability. The speech was interrupted by the Presiding Member calling for a name to be proposed for the Chair.

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¶ 01 Hon. Presiding Member, speaking on the Ministry of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources, I note that fisheries is a special industry for Sri Lanka. Although we have long discussed development, few have considered how to protect and sustain it.

¶ 02 Order, please! At this time, please propose a name for the Chair.

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Hansard, Wednesday, 5 March 2025 ·No. 1742473561091594 ·English daily/uncorrected Hansard
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