INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Justice, Prison Affairs and Constitutional Reforms Minister Dr
Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe has announced plans to enact approximately 15 crucial laws in the upcoming weeks.Highlighting progress, he noted that
over the past 18 months, around 75 bills have been introduced and approved by Parliament, facilitating fundamental adjustments within the
reforms in the justice system of our country
Over the past 18 months, approximately 75 bills have been presented and approved by Parliament, paving the way for fundamental
changes.Additionally, the government has enacted an anti-corruption act aimed at curbing bribery, fraud, corruption, and embezzlement in
both the public and private sectors, aligning with the United Nations anti-corruption charter
Notably, the Bribery Commission has been endowed with enhanced powers and autonomy
Furthermore, new provisions have been introduced concerning sports and sexual bribery offenses.Moreover, the previously nominal assets and
liabilities law has now stabilized
Consequently, all citizens are required to submit their assets and liabilities statements to the Bribery Commission, which diligently
Additionally, new legislation has been drafted concerning the confiscation of illicit goods and hazardous drugs
Furthermore, an authority has been established to probe assets acquired through criminal activities.Furthermore, an amendment to the Primary
Procedure Code has been proposed, alongside a new bill addressing marriage regulations
Notably, the Cabinet Ministers has sanctioned amendments to the Muslim marriage and divorce law, focusing solely on universally acceptable
alterations.Additionally, various issues have emerged concerning the Kathi courts, prompting proposals for two alterations
A draft has been put forward to enact the enforcement of foreign court rulings.Also, preparations are underway to approve approximately 15
crucial laws in the coming weeks
Several amendments to the Criminal Procedure Code have also been tabled.Moreover, the recently enacted National Hydro-graphic Act is slated
