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10th Parliament· 154 sittings on record · 30,475 speeches · latest 10 June 2026

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Public Finance

5,915 speeches · 726 speakers

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1Hon. Ravi Karunanayake, M.P. NDF283
2Hon. (Dr.) Anil Jayantha, M.P. JJB229
3Hon. Sajith Premadasa, M.P. SJB171
4Hon. Wasantha Samarasinghe, M.P. JJB167
5Hon. Bimal Rathnayake, M.P. JJB153
6Hon. Kumara Jayakody, M.P. JJB147
7Hon. (Dr.) Harsha de Silva, M.P. SJB140
8Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa, M.P. JJB135
9Hon. Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, M.P. JJB115
10Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara, Attorney at Law, M.P. SJB92

Speeches

5,915 on this topic
  • 6 February 2025 The Hon. Hector Appuhamy SJB AI summary The Member spoke in support of regulations on geographical indications, urging the Government to go beyond registration procedures and actively protect Sri Lankan product reputations and enforce intellectual property rights. He called for rebuilding national brands in tea, spices, rubber, coconut products, garments, fisheries and tuna, including through value addition, cultivation support and the use of embassies to secure markets. He also raised concerns about bribery and administrative rackets, safety issues from wind turbines in Kalpitiya, and urged urgent action to rescue Sri Lankans reportedly being abused by criminal groups in Myanmar. Debate: Intellectual Property Act Regulations (Geographical Indications) Read →
  • 6 February 2025 The Hon. Kanchana Welipitiya JJB AI summary The Hon. Kanchana Welipitiya supported Regulations under the Intellectual Property Act to establish a stronger geographical indication regime as part of the Government’s production-oriented economic programme. He argued that GI protection would help Sri Lankan products such as tea, cinnamon, pepper, blue sapphires and Ruhuna buffalo curd gain recognition, premium prices and export competitiveness by legally linking quality and origin. He contrasted Sri Lanka’s limited progress with countries such as China, Germany, Georgia and India, and said the Government’s policy aims to use GIs to expand rural producer incomes and export opportunities. Debate: Intellectual Property Act Regulations (Geographical Indications) Read →
  • 6 February 2025 The Hon. Kumara Jayakody JJB AI summary Kumara Jayakody stated that an electricity price reduction of US cents 0.23 per kWh would generate approximately USD 2.5 billion in savings over 20 years and denied that any increase had been made. He challenged critics to substantiate contrary claims, arguing that opposing the reduction was inconsistent with concern for public funds, and said he could table the relevant company correspondence if required. Ministerial Statement: Wind Power Plant Tender Process in Mannar Read →
  • 6 February 2025 The Hon. Mujibur Rahman SJB AI summary Mujibur Rahman raised concerns over a procurement decision, stating that the TEC/Procurement Committee’s final report of 2 September 2024 found the company had not met required substantiation and could not be awarded the contract. He alleged that this finding was bypassed and that a politically composed Cabinet subcommittee was influenced to recommend awarding it to Dhammika Perera’s company. Ministerial Statement: Wind Power Plant Tender Process in Mannar Read →
  • 6 February 2025 The Hon. Kumara Jayakody JJB AI summary Hon. Kumara Jayakody rejected claims of irregularity in a tender process, stating that under the two-envelope system the technical proposal is opened and evaluated before the financial bid. He said the initial rejection was based on technical shortcomings, the CANC first recommended WindForce, and after the Procurement Appeal Board’s directive the TEC opened Hayleys’ financial bid, which was lowest, leading the CANC to revise its recommendation. He maintained that the process complied fully with the 2006 Procurement Guidelines and said any challenge could be taken to court. Ministerial Statement: Wind Power Plant Tender Process in Mannar Read →
  • 6 February 2025 The Hon. Mujibur Rahman SJB AI summary Mujibur Rahman raised a point of order concerning a two-envelope tender process for a 50 MW project, arguing that Hayleys Fentons had initially been rejected on technical grounds and that its financial bid was opened only after a Procurement Appeal Board direction. He stated that, despite the Procurement Committee again finding the technical proposal non-responsive, the matter was approved by a Cabinet sub-committee after 1 November, and that a related court case was withdrawn following an undertaking to split the project into two 25 MW lots. He maintained that the issue was not the identity of the awardee but alleged violations of tender procedures, transparency, and the rule of law. Ministerial Statement: Wind Power Plant Tender Process in Mannar Read →
  • 6 February 2025 The Hon. Kumara Jayakody - Minister of Energy JJB AI summary The Minister explained the procurement process for the proposed 50 MW Mannar wind power plant, stating that Hayleys Fentons Limited was initially rejected at technical evaluation but was later allowed to have its financial bid opened following a Procurement Appeal Board ruling. He said Hayleys Fentons quoted the lowest tariff, US cents 4.65 per kWh, after which the Cabinet Appointed Negotiating Committee and Cabinet approved awarding the tender to that company. He stated that this would reduce the tariff by US cents 0.23 per kWh compared with the earlier recommendation to WindForce PLC, producing estimated savings over the 20-year contract, and rejected allegations of improper dealing or delay. Ministerial Statement: Wind Power Plant Tender Process in Mannar Read →
  • 6 February 2025 The Hon. R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara SJB AI summary Asked when compensation would be paid and questioned how such payments could be made without the necessary data. Questions Under Standing Order 27(2) Read →
  • 6 February 2025 The Hon. K.D. Lal Kantha JJB AI summary Compensation payments are ongoing, with the member noting that such payments continue to be made at present. Questions Under Standing Order 27(2) Read →
  • 6 February 2025 The Hon. R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara SJB AI summary R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara asked the Minister when compensation payments are expected to be made. Questions Under Standing Order 27(2) Read →
  • 6 February 2025 The Hon. K.D. Lal Kantha JJB AI summary K.D. Lal Kantha stated that the relevant work is ongoing and emphasized the need for accurate data collection. He said compensation payments and related activities have not been halted and are continuing. Questions Under Standing Order 27(2) Read →
  • 6 February 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Harshana Suriyapperuma - Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning AI summary About 1,600 containers are imported daily through the Port of Colombo, with around 40 per cent selected for examination, but the three existing examination yards can handle only up to 500 containers per day. The Deputy Minister said congestion has worsened because a proposed Container Examination Centre at Kerawalapitiya, recommended by the ADB, was not implemented, and some vessels have bypassed Colombo as a result. He stated that the Government is taking short-, medium- and long-term measures, and explained that since July 2024 Sri Lanka Customs has, under defined criteria and post-clearance audit provisions in the Customs Ordinance, released some system-selected containers without physical examination to reduce congestion and costs. Questions Under Standing Order 27(2) Read →
  • 6 February 2025 The Hon. Sajith Premadasa - Leader of the Opposition SJB AI summary Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa, invoking Standing Order 27(2), raised concerns over prolonged container clearance delays at the Port of Colombo and the reported release of 323 containers without Customs examination. He asked the Government to provide details on daily container arrivals, inspection capacity, vessels allegedly diverted due to delays, economic losses, and proposed measures to improve clearance. He specifically sought information on whether any of the released containers were “red label” consignments, the criteria used for their release, their contents and importers, potential revenue loss, responsibility for preventing harmful imports, and whether an investigation or policy decision on such releases had been initiated. Questions Under Standing Order 27(2) Read →
  • 6 February 2025 The Hon. Ramalingam Chandrasekar - Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources JJB AI summary Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar tabled a response stating that shrimp production and export earnings have declined sharply, with Puttalam District output falling from 12,449 metric tons in 2021 to 9,115 metric tons by end-2023, affecting around 4,000 direct and 5,000 indirect jobs. He attributed the decline to higher electricity and feed costs, EHP disease, and VAT impacts on farmers, and noted that a meeting with SLADA and NAQDA had agreed on measures including a long-term industry plan, legal action against unlawful broodstock and seed practices, Best Management Practices for disease control, and NARA-led research in 2025 on suitable species, areas, and domestic breeding. Procedural Matters and Points of Order Read →
  • 6 February 2025 The Hon. Nalinda Jayatissa JJB AI summary Nalinda Jayatissa said Sri Lanka requires 2,800 medical specialists under the 2018 approved cadre but currently has about 2,000 in service. He argued that specialist migration was due to multiple factors, including unmet benefits, political instability and lost expectations, not only vehicle permits. He stated that the Government is engaging with specialist associations and the Ministry of Finance to provide feasible relief, retain existing specialists, and encourage those who left the country to return. Oral Question: Sri Lanka National Hospital Procurement (Q.7/2024) Read →
  • 6 February 2025 The Hon. Nalin Bandara Jayamaha SJB AI summary Hon. Nalin Bandara Jayamaha raised concerns about the shortage of specialist doctors, noting that only about 1,900 of an estimated 3,000 required posts are filled, with many serving in peripheral and remote districts. He asked the Minister whether specialists could be provided fuel, transport allowances, or vehicles comparable to benefits given to similar grades under Public Administration Circular 22/99, given that vehicle permits are not currently useful. Oral Question: Sri Lanka National Hospital Procurement (Q.7/2024) Read →
  • 6 February 2025 The Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake NDF AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake urged that audit queries concerning public officials be treated consistently, arguing that there should not be different standards depending on the government in power. He cited audit issues involving Dr. Anil Jasinghe, former Secretary Mayadunne, the Paddy Marketing Board, and the Koralai Pattu Central Pradeshiya Sabha Secretary, and called for these matters to be tabled and examined alongside allegations against politicians. Oral Question: Sri Lanka National Hospital Procurement (Q.7/2024) Read →
  • 6 February 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Harshana Suriyapperuma AI summary The Hon. (Dr.) Harshana Suriyapperuma said earlier governments faced a “broken economy,” institutional inefficiency, inadequate financial provision, and loss of experienced staff in agencies such as the Surveys Department. He stated there is no immediate solution, but the Government is preparing a programme, allocating resources, involving provincial stakeholders, and motivating officials to expedite implementation. Oral Question: Bingiriya Export Processing Zone (Q.5/2024) Read →
  • 6 February 2025 The Hon. Nalin Bandara Jayamaha SJB AI summary Nalin Bandara Jayamaha urged action to complete the access road from Dummalasuriya Thunthota Junction to Wathuchatta for the Bingiriya EPZ, a project initiated in 2018 with land acquisition and partial compensation funding from the BOI in 2019. He said around 300 land lots remain unresolved due to incomplete surveys, delayed valuations, and administrative inefficiency, despite residents allowing works by removing walls and fences. He requested the Deputy Minister to summon the relevant officers, examine the delays, ensure compensation is paid, and expedite completion of the road to support investor readiness. Oral Question: Bingiriya Export Processing Zone (Q.5/2024) Read →
  • 6 February 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Harshana Suriyapperuma AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Harshana Suriyapperuma stated that the Government is working through the President, the Board of Investment and relevant agencies to develop Export Processing Zones and Investment Promotion Zones. He said the forthcoming Budget would include a programme for developing industrial parks, in line with the Government’s production-economy plan and export growth objectives. He confirmed that zones across Sri Lanka are being identified for development and that the Bingiriya Zone remains within this focus. Oral Question: Bingiriya Export Processing Zone (Q.5/2024) Read →