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"The speaker is not suitable for this chair; he does not have the discipline, he does not have impartiality."
National Building Research Institute Bill, which strengthens the National Building Research Organization's powers
Sri Lanka Army renovating Parliamentary Complex
The objective of the visit was to observe and learn from the best practices followed by the Sri Lankan Parliament
Need for transparent, participatory and forward looking Parliaments to address challenge of declining public trust
Many have raised concerns over the OSB due to lack of independent oversight panel, grey area
Sri Lanka has enacted 55 laws since it declared bankruptcy
Sri Lanka sees new political risks since its sovereign debt default
Polls may increase crisis-hit Sri Lanka's uncertainty amid debt restructuring, IMF loan delay
Sri Lanka lawmakers cannot hold duel citizenship after the recent constitutional amendment
New PM needs parliament majority sweeping reforms to deal with an IMF loan for economic recovery
Justice Minister ensures to accommodate amendments, if necessary and privacy will be protected.
Sri Lanka’s state hospital system has a daily demand of 40 tonnes for oxygen
Changes to be made during Committee Stage of the debate
Sri Lanka will set up a state-run Youth Startup Fund and a Guarantee Fund to help young entrepreneurs get capital, Minis...
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