The new session of the Parliament to be commenced today under the patronage of the President

The second session of the 9th Parliament is scheduled to commence today (18) under the patronage of President Gotabhaya Rajapaksa.

Accordingly, the President is scheduled to address the House at 10.00 am today.

It is said that the opening ceremony of this year’s Parliamentary session has been planned in a very simple manner.

The event will be attended by a number of distinguished guests including Ambassadors.

Traditionally, after the President’s throne speech today where he mentions the Government’s policy statement, the House will be adjourned today.

Share post:

spot_imgspot_img

Popular

More like this
Related

Speaker Gives Formal Approval to Inland Revenue Reform Legislation

By: Isuru Parakrama June 04, Colombo (LNW): Speaker of Parliament...

AKD Administration Outpaces Sirisena Era in Turning Bills into Law, Study Finds

AKD Administration Outpaces Sirisena Era in Turning Bills into Law, Study Finds

Sri Lanka Draw First Blood in ODI Series with Commanding Win Over West Indies

Sri Lanka Draw First Blood in ODI Series with Commanding Win Over West Indies

Medicine Prices Under Review as Currency Weakness Drives Up Costs

Medicine Prices Under Review as Currency Weakness Drives Up Costs