The report relating to the controversial transfer of US$2.5 million in Treasury funds, originally intended for an Australian company but allegedly redirected to an unauthorized third party, has been submitted to the Committee on Public Finance (COPF).
COPF Chairman Harsha de Silva informed the committee on Thursday (04) that copies of the report had already been distributed among committee members for review.
According to de Silva, the committee is expected to study the findings before summoning the Secretary to the Treasury for discussions next week regarding the circumstances surrounding the payment.
The report was formally submitted to Parliament after the COPF Chairman reportedly declined an attempt to deliver the document to his private residence, emphasizing that it had been requested as part of the committee’s parliamentary oversight responsibilities.
The matter has attracted significant attention due to concerns over public financial management, accountability, and the processes followed in handling Treasury funds.
Further discussions by the committee are expected in the coming days as lawmakers review the findings and seek clarification from relevant officials.
