According to Section 156(1) of the Act, the Minister is empowered to formulate regulations after consulting the relevant Commission on matters prescribed under the law. Additionally, Section 82(1) mandates that all individuals to whom the relevant provisions apply must submit declarations of assets and liabilities in a format specified by such regulations.
In line with these provisions, the government has drafted new regulations titled “Anti-Corruption (Declaration of Assets and Liabilities through a Centralized Electronic System) Regulations 2026.” These regulations introduce provisions to facilitate the submission of declarations via a centralized electronic platform, aiming to improve transparency, efficiency, and accessibility in the process.
The proposal to publish the regulations in the Government Gazette, followed by submission to Parliament for approval, was presented by the Minister of Justice and National Integration. The Cabinet has granted its approval for both steps.
The move is seen as part of broader efforts to modernize governance systems and strengthen anti-corruption mechanisms in Sri Lanka.
