COLOMBO, Oct. 30 -- The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) in its observations on the proposed Protection of the State from Terrorism (PST) Bill, has called for safeguards to protect legal certainty, investor confidence and Sri Lanka's international trade commitments.

The country's leading private sector trade body, which is finalizing its position on the proposed Prevention of Organized Crime Bill, said recent draft legislation required careful scrutiny to ensure clear legal definitions, appropriate judicial oversight and adequate due process safeguards.

It said such measures are essential to maintaining Sri Lanka's reputation as a predictable, rules-based destination for trade and investment.

It also underscored the importance of safeg...