December 09, Colombo (LNW): Attorney-at-Law M.A.L.S. Manthrinayake has been appointed as the new Secretary to the Ministry of Fisheries, Aquatic, and Ocean Resources.
The appointment, made by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, was officially confirmed today at a ceremony held at the Presidential Secretariat.
In a formal exchange, Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake, the Secretary to the President, presented the appointment letter to Manthrinayake, marking the beginning of his tenure in this significant governmental role.
With a strong background in law and public service, Manthrinayake’s appointment to this key position comes at a crucial time for Sri Lanka’s fisheries and aquatic sectors, which are vital to the nation’s economy and sustainable development efforts.
His extensive expertise is expected to contribute significantly to the advancement of policies and initiatives aimed at enhancing the management and conservation of the country’s rich aquatic and ocean resources.
