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Spending & allocations

President Dissanayake presents 2027 budget proposals targeting 69% renewable energy by 2029

Presenting the 2027 budget proposals, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced plans to increase renewable energy to 69% by 2029, allocating Rs. 26.5 billion to expand sector capacity.

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Spending & allocations

President allocates Rs. 200 million for Katunayake Airport flyover

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced that Rs. 200 million has been allocated for the construction of an airport flyover at Katunayake Airport.

Spending & allocations

President Dissanayake announces higher education allocations in 2027 budget proposals

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has outlined higher education allocations in the 2027 budget proposals.

Proposals & demands

President announces bill establishing Digital Economy Authority for first quarter of 2027

Presenting the 2027 budget proposals on 12 November 2026, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that a Digital Economy Authority Act would be established.

Salaries & welfare

President announces broadband vouchers for 750,000 students in 2027 budget

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced that arrangements are being made to provide broadband vouchers to 750,000 selected children.

Proposals & demands

President announces regulatory conditions to be introduced to Gaming Authority Act

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced that regulatory conditions would be introduced to the Gaming Authority Act.

Proposals & demands

President Dissanayake announces new company for investment promotion in 2027 budget proposals

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced that a new special company will be established for investment promotion.

Reactions & analysis

Harsha de Silva says no significant change expected from 2027 Budget

Samagi Jana Balawegaya Parliamentarian Harsha de Silva said nothing significant can be expected from the 2027 Budget, stating that the government has demonstrated no structural "system change" in its third year.

Proposals & demands

Deputy finance minister urges public not to judge 2027 Budget solely on concessions

Deputy Minister of Finance Anil Jayantha Fernando on 11 November urged the public not to assess the upcoming 2027 Budget solely on welfare benefits or tax concessions.

Proposals & demands

Final 2027 Budget proposals submitted to President for review