Cabinet clears expert committee to drive energy sector development

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The Cabinet of Ministers on Monday approved formalising a special expert committee to drive the energy sector development, recognising it as a priority sector for sustainable economic growth.

Addressing the weekly post-Cabinet meeting media briefing yesterday, Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa noted that weaknesses in coordination among major economic sectors have discouraged investment in energy, despite its importance.

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in presenting the 2026 Budget, stressed the need for an integrated economic development framework to build a sustainable

economy. “Based on this directive, it was approved to appoint a committee chaired by Dr. Hans Wijayasuriya,” he added.

Dr. Jayatissa said the committee will be tasked with formulating national policies, strategies, and implementation frameworks to strengthen the energy economy in line with long‑term development goals.

The proposal to this effect was submitted by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.