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Govt. steadfast in introducing new laws to bring about system change: Manusha
The government is steadfast in introducing new laws while replacing the past to bring about the system changes that people expect, Labour and Foreign Employment Minister Manusha Nanayakkara said.
The minister also mentioned that the government is taking steps to establish stable policies that will remain consistent through changes in government. As a result, the foreign employment policy for the next five years has been made public today.
The Minister expressed these thoughts during a media conference held at the Presidential Media Center today (25) under the theme "Collective Path to a Stable Country."
"We are taking various measures to recover from the economic crisis that the country has faced. This period can be considered a time when most laws, both new and existing, were passed in history. Citizens have taken to the streets, protesting that the country requires a 'System Change.' In order to enact this change, the government is diligently working to replace outdated laws and regulations with those more suitable for the present.
“Furthermore, the government is currently formulating stable policies that will remain unchanged with shifts in government. Today, the five-year foreign employment policy, prepared accordingly, was officially announced. It is worth mentioning that the government intends to develop such policies for all sectors.
“Other international financial institutions, including the International Monetary Fund and other countries have expressed their willingness to assist in rebuilding our economy, but they require financial discipline in the country. Therefore, a programme for financial discipline in the country will be implemented in the near future.
“The President is also actively working to establish various committees, including the Committee on Discipline of Members of Parliament. The bill addressing the discipline of members of parliament has been presented to the Cabinet. This bill was prepared by a committee led by former Speaker Karu Jayasuriya, with a focus on the British Parliament's standards," he said.
"It is a significant achievement to have finally passed the Anti-Corruption Bill, which has been discussed for two decades. A report has been compiled after analyzing public administration, with the aim of conducting public capital administration without corruption. A commission, led by former Chief Justice Priyasad Dep, will be appointed to investigate into the financial practices of political parties. The committee will examine how political parties should operate. In future, the public will have the opportunity to submit their suggestions and recommendations to the committee.
“Efforts have also been made to establish a budget office within Parliament. Committees have been appointed to oversee economic stability, as well as methods and procedures. Effective human resources management is vital for the country; therefore, we are working on amending the Labour Act, anticipating significant changes in the labour sector.
“Additionally, we have devised numerous programmes to provide assistance to our citizens working abroad and enhance their professional security," the minister added.
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