About AML

Introduction to the In-house Dedicated AML/CFT Unit at the National Gem and Jewellery Authority (NGJA)

The National Gem and Jewellery Authority (NGJA) has established a specialized Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) unit, following the board’s approval.

This dedicated unit is composed entirely of NGJA officials who are committed to addressing and mitigating the sector-specific threats related to money laundering (ML) and terrorist financing (TF).

The primary ambition of this unit is to support and execute all tasks associated with AML/CFT to ensure the integrity and security of the gem and jewellery sector. By leveraging the active commitment and expertise of its members, the NGJA aims to effectively combat financial crimes and safeguard the industry’s reputation and stability.

Through this initiative, the NGJA demonstrates its dedication to upholding high standards of regulatory compliance and contributing to the broader national and international efforts against financial crimes.

Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism Unit Contact Details

CHAIRMAN OF THE UNIT

Director General

Name :            T.H.B.Asanga Deshapriya

FIU – COORDINATING OFFICER

1.Assistant Director (Legal) – Colombo

Mr. M.Thiwanka Ravihara Karunarathna

ENFORCEMRNT COMMITTEE

1.Director (Enforcement & Regional Development) Actg.,

Mr. K.A.P.C. Keenigama

2.Deputy Director (Land, Mining & Environment)

Mrs. G.A.U.P. Abepala

3.Assistant Director (Enforcement & Regional Development)

Mr.W.M.D.T.D.Wijeratne

4.Assistant Director (Precious Metal Assaying and Hallmarking) Colombo

Mr. A.I.S.Bandara

5.Assistant Director (Enforcement & Regional Development) Eheliyagoda

Mr.M.L.I.M..R.Aruna

6.Enforcement and Regional Development Assistant

Mr.T.A.T.Mangesh Keerthisena

7.Enforcement and Regional Development Assistant

Mr.R.R.D.M.M.Rajapaksha

8.Assistant Valuer Gemmologist

Mrs. S.D.M.A.S.S.Dissanayake

9.Planning Officer (Contract)

Mrs. K.H.H.Lakma Sajeewani

LEGAL DRAFTSMEN COMMITTEE

1.Deputy Director (Legal) – Rathnapura

Mrs.Priyanthi Jayasinghe

2.Deputy Director (Export Services and Export Marketing)

Mr.W.M.R.B.Wanasinghe

3.Statistical Officer

Mrs. E.G.Vinodani Madhushika

4.Legal Officer

Mrs. Nethmi Imasha

PROMOTION COMMITTEE

1.Deputy Director (Export Services and Export Marketing) Demuwawatha

Miss. H.M.A.C.Weralupe

2.Network Administrative Officer

Mr.I.S.W.Jayawardhana

3.Export Services and Export Marketing Officer

Mr.R.P.D.T.Maduranga

4.Publicity Officer

Mrs.M.A.S.Chathurika Malwatte

5.Export Promotion Assistant

Mrs.C.P.M.Nikeshala