Saturday Jun 06, 2026
Saturday Jun 06, 2026
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The implementation of National Anti-Corruption Action Plan 2025–2029 and the functioning of Internal Affairs Units established within State institutions came under review at a discussion held under the patronage of Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake.
The meeting held at the Presidential Secretariat on 29 May, focused on strengthening anti-corruption efforts in key revenue-generating and revenue-collecting institutions, including Sri Lanka Customs, the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) and the Department of Excise.
Officials reviewed measures currently being implemented to enhance anti-corruption initiatives and promote a culture of integrity within these institutions. Discussions also covered future initiatives aimed at further strengthening ethical governance, improving accountability and fostering a stronger culture of integrity across the public sector.
The meeting was attended by Additional Secretary to the President Chandima Wickramasinghe, Sri Lanka Customs Director General W.S.K. Liyanagama, IRD Commissioner General R.P.H. Fernando, and Excise Department Commissioner General M.B.N.A. Pemarathna, together with the heads of the Internal Affairs Units of the respective institutions.
