While explaining that 60 laws that have not been amended or modernised by the Ministry of Justice in the last 20 years, Minister of Justice Ali Sabry said that amendments will be made to the same. He also detailed that such changes will be presented in Parliament and accommodated into the progressive law system he plans to implement in future. Sabry made these statements while attending a meeting at the State Ministry of Reforms and Prisoners Rehabilitation today (13). The Minister of Justice also reiterated that responsibilities must be fulfilled by citizens and officials alike to help the country move forward, underscoring that a commitment is required first and foremost. In terms of officials, Sabry noted that all officials need to work with honesty and carry out duties while being true to their hearts. He went on to say that without research and development, Sri Lanka cannot move forward, just as all other countries have achieved greater heights by way of the same. He went on to emphasise that the future generations will benefit from the honesty and hard work of the officials. According to Sabry, with honesty, there is no reason to be "fearful" of judgement as all officials have been educated through the taxpayers funds, implying they are not answerable to anyone other than the Government. Sabry also spoke about the unity and friendship between Sri Lankans of different races and religions, and urged the officials to continue the same. The Minister explained to the officials on the importance of not only saying that Prisoners are human beings, but also believing in it and treating prisoners with care, concern, and kindness. Sabry concluded by reminding the prison officials to treat prisoners with respect as per international regulations and follow the rules and regulations of International Human Rights.