Historical Cabinet Explorer
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Anura Kumara Dissanayake / NPP Administration
Executive Overview Summary
Elected in the historic September 2024 Presidential Election followed by a two-thirds majority in the November 2024 Parliamentary General Election. Committed to maintaining the IMF macroeconomic framework while seeking targeted tax relief for lower-income groups, intensifying anti-corruption investigations into historical financial scandals, digitalizing public revenue collection, and expanding social safety nets (Aswesuma).
Macroeconomic Outcomes & Averages
Landmark Policies Initiated
Reaffirmed Sri Lanka's commitment to the IMF EFF framework and debt restructuring agreements while negotiating targeted relief on essential food and health tariffs.
Reopened high-profile forensic audits into past procurement scandals (VFS visa, substandard medicines, Central Bank bond placements) and strengthened CIABOC resources.
Mandated digital integration between Inland Revenue (RAMIS), Customs (ASYCUDA), and Motor Traffic Department to broaden tax compliance.