President Ranil Wickremesinghe provided insights into the developments following the enactment of the country's anti-corruption legislation during a meeting with USAID Administrator Samantha Power on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.

During the meeting, President Wickremesinghe shared that the Anti-Corruption Commission in Sri Lanka is currently facing the challenge of recruiting staff with the requisite formal training. As a result, it is expected that achieving the anticipated outcomes of the anti-corruption law adoption will require an additional year, making the timeline for realization approximately two years.

The President elaborated on the efforts and commitments of the Sri Lankan government to combat corruption and ensure the effective implementation of the new legislation. He emphasized the importance of this endeavor to strengthen governance and promote transparency within the nation.

In addition to discussing anti-corruption initiatives, President Wickremesinghe presented a brief update on the progress of Sri Lanka's engagement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). He reaffirmed the government's commitment to successfully concluding the IMF program, highlighting its dedication to economic stability and growth.