Srilanka, Oct. 27 -- The proposed legislation to protect the State from terrorism is primarily aimed at safeguarding the country against terrorism and combating organised crime, Cabinet Spokesman Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated.

Minister Jayatissa made these remarks today (27) while responding to questions from journalists at the weekly Cabinet media briefing regarding the proposed legislation.

The Cabinet Spokesman explained that provisions referring to physical characteristics such as long hair and tattoos were not intended to target ordinary citizens, but were aimed at helping authorities identify individuals linked to organised criminal groups. He said the proposed legislation would also enable stricter legal action against i...