Srilanka, July 12 -- The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and Sri Lanka the Parliament signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen the use of population data and evidence in policymaking, reinforcing a shared commitment to ensuring that the country's changing population dynamics are reflected in future legislation and national development priorities.

Secretary-General of Parliament, Kushani Anusha Rohanadeera and UNFPA Sri Lanka Representative Phuntsho Wangyel signed the MoU.

The partnership will help ensure that the laws and policies shaping Sri Lanka's future are informed by reliable population data and evidence, enabling the country to respond more effectively to population ageing, changing family structures and e...