President Maithripala Sirisena said that a new committee was established to appoint Heads and Director Boards of government corporations and boards.

Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of 42 Cabinet Ministers, the President said that this step was taken following discussions he had with the Prime Minister.

Sirisena added that the Ministers will not be able to appoint Chairpersons and Director Boards to such institutions directly. However, the Ministers are able to submit their suggestions to the committee, the President said.

He pointed out that this step was taken to ensure better quality and standard in the persons appointed to such positions.