The consensus of the Cabinet of Ministers was given to appoint Mr. Duminda Hulangamuwa (Senior Consultant of Economic affairs and Finance) and Dr. A.A.J.Fernando (Senior Consultant of Economic affairs and Finance) as Senior Consultants to the President with effect from 24-09-2024 on an honorary basis.
The President is empowered as per powers vested by the Article 41 (1) of the Constitution to appoint his staff by consulting the Cabinet of Ministers.